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Terrifying & True | The Murder of Brian Barrett: TalHotBlond and the Internet Love Triangle Murder
July 20, 2026

Terrifying & True | The Murder of Brian Barrett: TalHotBlond and the Internet Love Triangle Murder

The murder of Brian Barrett became one of the most disturbing true crime cases of the early internet age: a deadly online love triangle built on catfishing, fake identities, chatroom deception, jealousy, and obsession. In 2006, 22-year-old Brian Barrett was shot and killed outside Dynabrade Corporation in Clarence, New York, near Buffalo. At first, the murder seemed almost motiveless. Brian was a college student, athlete, Little League coach, and future teacher with no obvious enemies. But inve
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Unknown Broadcast | Old Time Radio Horror Fiction Anthology
July 19, 2026

Unknown Broadcast | Old Time Radio Horror Fiction Anthology

Unknown Broadcast returns with a full night of horror fiction anthology classics: CBS Radio Mystery Theater, Escape, Suspense, and The Whistler. Four eerie stories of supernatural mystery, impossible apparitions, and noir crime spanning the Golden Age of radio drama. Immersive vintage suspense for late-night listening. Tonight’s eerie OTR lineup includes “The Walls of Jericho,” “Three Good Witnesses,” “The Singing Walls,” and “The Avengers” — four strange stories of impossible apparitions, wart
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Late Night Horror: Demons, Cults & Cursed Rituals Anthology
July 18, 2026

Late Night Horror: Demons, Cults & Cursed Rituals Anthology

Demons, Satanic cults, and supernatural revenge collide in this horror fiction anthology. A runaway discovers a forbidden book devoted to an imprisoned goddess. A mercenary raids an asylum to film a cult. A cursed man awakens to humiliation and dark magic. Four tales of demonic possession, occult rituals, and vampire mythology—expertly narrated with dark comedy and spine-tingling twists. Perfect late-night horror for spooky season enthusiasts. “Sin” — by Rob Fields A murderous runaway hiding in
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The Premature Burial by Edgar Allan Poe | Full Gothic Horror Audiobook
July 17, 2026

The Premature Burial by Edgar Allan Poe | Full Gothic Horror Audiobook

What could be worse than dying? Waking up after everyone has already buried you. Weekly Spooky presents a complete reading of “The Premature Burial” by Edgar Allan Poe, a claustrophobic gothic horror story built around one of humanity’s oldest and...
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Cartoon Cat Internet Horror: Why Creepypasta Monsters Feel Sinister | Thursday Thrills
July 16, 2026

Cartoon Cat Internet Horror: Why Creepypasta Monsters Feel Sinister | Thursday Thrills

Cartoon Cat is one of the creepiest viral horror monsters to crawl out of internet folklore. In this episode of Thursday Thrills, we dive into the Cartoon Cat urban legend, explore its origins in modern internet horror, and talk about why old cartoon imagery feels so unsettling when it turns sinister. From rubber-hose animation and creepy vintage cartoon aesthetics to internet monster lore, creepypasta-style fear, and the strange power of distorted childhood nostalgia, this episode explores why
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Driving a Truck Can Be a Nightmare, Literally: Cryptid Terror on the Road!
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July 15, 2026

Driving a Truck Can Be a Nightmare, Literally: Cryptid Terror on the Road!

A truck driver’s terrifying nightmare begins coming true in this supernatural highway horror story about prophetic dreams, a demonic roadside creature, and a daughter who knows something is waiting for her father in the dark. After dreaming that a towering monster tears him from his delivery truck and drags him into the woods, an ordinary car-parts driver tries to convince himself it was only a nightmare. Then he reaches the same bridge from his dream. He sees something enormous watching from t
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Recent Blog Posts

The Mechanical Walt: Audio-Animatronics as Disneyland's Cryogenic Chamber
June 27, 2026

The Mechanical Walt: Audio-Animatronics as Disneyland's Cryogenic Chamber

Beyond the frozen body myth, what if Walt Disney's true 'preservation' is found not in ice, but in the uncanny lifelikeness of Disneyland's Audio-Animatronics? Explore how these marvels became Walt's enduring echo, a chillingly advanced form of lega…
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Beyond the Blind Spots: How Camera Limitations Hampered the Brian Shaffer Investigation
June 23, 2026

Beyond the Blind Spots: How Camera Limitations Hampered the Brian Shaffer Investigation

The disappearance of Brian Shaffer from the Ugly Tuna Saloona remains a chilling enigma, largely because crucial moments were shrouded in obscurity. The failure of surveillance cameras to capture his exit highlights a critical investigative hurdle: …
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America’s Loch Ness Monster: Why Lake Monster Legends Still Refuse to Sink
June 12, 2026

America’s Loch Ness Monster: Why Lake Monster Legends Still Refuse to Sink

What is it about a dark lake at night that makes every ripple feel alive? In this episode of Thursday Thrills, Weekly Spooky dives into one of the most enduring forms of monster folklore: the lake creature. From the legendary Champ of Lake Champlai…
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Reviews

Lots of fun!

"I found this after seeing a podcast with Henrique. Started at episode one and was hooked! If you like being spooky stories, this is a definite go to."

krisclark71 | June 27, 2022

Love halloween

"I love Halloween and to be able to have it all year round in the form of a podcast is fantastic, I listen while I am at work and love the stories I'm even tempted to write my own, thank you for every…"

Kelly oram | Oct. 27, 2022

Great spooky fun

"Other spooky podcasts run on a limited basis around Halloween but Weekly Spooky is year round and tons of fun. I love that most episodes are about 20-30 minutes long so they fit nicely into morning w…"

CGBolton1 | Feb. 11, 2023

Love weekly spooky 👻

"I found this on I Heart radio! I love it so much, makes the work day fly by! I started listening from the beginning! Amazing stories! Amazing host! A must have for the horror genre! The episodes, the…"

Mi6 | April 12, 2026

The podcast is great!

"Great for short stories. Some more “adult”, some less. Great narration. Has a bit of old school radio program vibe- absolutely wonderful!!!"

Jkw | Aug. 17, 2023

Simply the best!!

"Absolutely the best Spooky podcast to listen to year round."

Vince A | Sept. 28, 2023

MORE STRICKFIELD PLEASE!

"I love this show, the new episode every day of October has made my whole month better. The spooky is my fav and I can't wait to hear more! Give us more STRICKFIELD! Can't get enough!"

TommyfromStLouis | Oct. 9, 2023

Strickfield series

"Thanks for posting Portion night for the dead! I haven't heard that one. I'm so excited. Weekly spooky is the best! Keep up the good work!"

Lyn Adkins | Jan. 16, 2024

Awesome Story Telling

"Love everything about this podcast"

Pav | Oct. 18, 2024

Awesome Spooky Podcast!!

"There’s a lot of different scary / spooky podcasts out there, but I’m so glad I found this one!! Not only do I love scary stories during spooky season, but I love them all year long so this is just p…"

Chuntemann86 | Oct. 30, 2024
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