by Michael Crutchfield
<p>A nighttime story with a happy ending is what we were used to as kids, but as we grow older, we realize the world is not such a happy place after all. MaddMike, a popular horror story narrator that originated on YouTube, started a podcast, The Scarecast, to tackle the real horrific experiences of people all across the world. From crazy encounters meeting people on Craigslist, creepy pizza deliveries in the middle of nowhere, to individuals encountering evil spirits that follow them wherever they go, this podcast doesn’t have many happy endings, but rather, tales that will terrify you and keep you on the edge of your seat. With over a hundred episodes, this podcast will surely take you for a ride.</p>
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April 17, 2025
<p><span>After a brief hiatus, The Scarecast returns with a chilling new episode, Season 9 Episode 2, packed with true stories that will keep you up at night. Mike is back from the chaos of busy season in public accounting and ready to deliver a fresh batch of spine-tingling tales for all the loyal listeners who stuck around during the break.</span></p><p><span>This episode features a handpicked collection of the creepiest recent encounters and several creepy pictures/videos posted on the web:</span></p><p><strong><u>Stories:</u></strong></p><p><span>1. I live in the heart of Appalachia and this is easily the most terrifying story of one of my experiences (posted by doobydoopy)</span></p><p><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/BackwoodsCreepy/comments/1jnj5k8/i_live_in_the_heart_of_appalachia_and_this_is/" rel="nofollow">https://www.reddit.com/r/BackwoodsCreepy/comments/1jnj5k8/i_live_in_the_heart_of_appalachia_and_this_is/</a></p><p><span>A late-night walk in the woods of southern West Virginia turns into a nightmare when two friends are stalked by an inhuman voice and a blood-curdling scream that defies explanation.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>2. This photo was taken in 2013, I’m still dumbfounded by it (posted by Outrageous_Flight_77)</span></p><p><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/ParanormalEncounters/comments/1jq3g8c/this_photo_was_taken_in_2013_im_still_dumbfounded/" rel="nofollow">https://www.reddit.com/r/ParanormalEncounters/comments/1jq3g8c/this_photo_was_taken_in_2013_im_still_dumbfounded/</a></p><p><span>A woman captures a mysterious face—eerily resembling her late twin sister—in the background of a sepia-toned photo, sparking debate about the afterlife and the possibility of a heartwarming spectral visit.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>3. Kind of a Spooky Thing That Happened to Me In Gettysburg (posted by 4thdegreeknight)</span></p><p><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1g9t4h6/kind_of_a_spooky_thing_that_happened_to_me_in/" rel="nofollow">https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1g9t4h6/kind_of_a_spooky_thing_that_happened_to_me_in/</a></p><p><span>A family trip to America’s most haunted battlefield leads to a series of unsettling events in a hotel laundry room, leaving one skeptic convinced that the town’s ghostly legends are real.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>4. This freaked me out (posted by mokihh)</span></p><p><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1jmy3s0/this_freaked_me_out/" rel="nofollow">https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1jmy3s0/this_freaked_me_out/</a></p><p><span>While playing a virtual reality game, a player encounters a cloaked, human-shaped figure that doesn’t belong in the game—or in her home.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>5. The time I encountered a Dogman in the Oregon woods (posted by </span>Southwestseer)</p><p><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1jmy5tg/the_time_i_encountered_a_dogman_in_the_oregon/" rel="nofollow">https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1jmy5tg/the_time_i_encountered_a_dogman_in_the_oregon/</a></p><p><span>A solo camper’s midnight walk near Lake of the Woods leads to a terrifying face-to-face encounter with a towering, canine-headed cryptid.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>6. Pizza Hut Panic (posted by rileyvace)</span></p><p><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/TalesFromThePizzaGuy/comments/4q7zs8/comment/d4re44y/?utm_content=share_button&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_source=share&utm_term=1" rel="nofollow">https://www.reddit.com/r/TalesFromThePizzaGuy/comments/4q7zs8/comment/d4re44y/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button</a></p><p><span>An assistant manager’s late-night shift takes a bizarre turn when a frantic woman bursts in, begging for help, followed by a suspicious black SUV and men in suits who seem straight out of a conspiracy thriller.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>7. I never used to believe in ghosts/the afterlife… (posted by Master-Serve-4036)</span></p><p><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Ghoststories/comments/1jfybfr/i_never_used_to_believe_in_ghoststhe_afterlife/" rel="nofollow">https://www.reddit.com/r/Ghoststories/comments/1jfybfr/i_never_used_to_believe_in_ghoststhe_afterlife/</a></p><p><span>After the loss of a beloved sister, a family experiences a series of unexplained phenomena—from flickering lights to stopped clocks and phantom footsteps—offering comfort and a new belief in the afterlife.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>—--- </span></p><p><span>No commentary between stories this time—just pure, uninterrupted scares. If you enjoy story recaps, let Mike know and they might return in future episodes.</span></p><p><span>Don’t forget to follow @thescarecast on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook for story teasers with visuals. Have your own scary experience? Send it to [email protected]. </span></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Connect With Me:</u></strong></p><p><span>Instagram: </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thescarecast/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/thescarecast/</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thescarecast?lang=en" rel="nofollow">https://www.tiktok.com/@thescarecast?lang=en</a></p><p><span>YouTube: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@scarecast" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/@scarecast</a><span> </span></p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thescarecast/" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/thescarecast/</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.thescarecast.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.thescarecast.com/</a></p><p><span>For any story requests, concerns, or advertising inquiries, feel free to reach out to me via email at [email protected]</span></p><p><span>If you enjoy this episode, please rate and review on your podcast player, and share to friends!</span></p><p><br></p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-scarecast/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-scarecast/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>
January 3, 2025
<p><span>In this chilling podcast episode, we dive into a terrifying encounter that occurred 20 years ago in Commerce, California. A group of friends, out for a night of harmless fun, stumbled upon something they couldn't explain near a massive Scientology building on Sheila Avenue.</span></p><p><span>Finding a quiet place to park so they can drink and smoke would bring them to this particular parking lot. They parked facing the building, only to spot a shadowy figure at the top of a staircase visible through the glass windows. What happened next defies explanation: the figure bolted down the stairs at an inhuman speed, seemingly floating, before bursting out of the building in pursuit of the panicked friends.</span></p><p><span>The episode details the heart-pounding chase that ensued, with the entity - described as a pale, bald figure in a black suit with no discernible face - sprinting after their car at impossible speeds. The friends fled in terror, eventually finding refuge in one of their backyards.</span></p><p><span>Website Post:</span><a href="https://www.thescarecast.com/the-entity-from-commerce/" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="https://www.thescarecast.com/the-entity-from-commerce/" rel="nofollow">https://www.thescarecast.com/the-entity-from-commerce/</a></p><p><span>Follow Me:</span></p><p><span>Instagram: </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thescarecast/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/thescarecast/</a></p><p><span>TikTok: </span><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thescarecast" rel="nofollow">https://www.tiktok.com/@thescarecast</a></p><p><span>X: </span><a href="https://x.com/thescarecast" rel="nofollow">https://x.com/thescarecast</a></p><p><span>YouTube: </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thescarecast" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/@thescarecast</a></p><p><span>For any story requests, concerns, or advertising inquiries, feel free to reach out to me via email at [email protected]</span></p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-scarecast/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-scarecast/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>
December 30, 2024
<p><span>In this episode, we explore the chilling history and paranormal activity surrounding the Whaley House, one of America's most notorious haunted locations. We begin with the tragic execution of "Yankee Jim" Robinson on the site where the house would later be built, setting the stage for centuries of supernatural occurrences. The Whaley family's unfortunate legacy is examined, including infant deaths and suicides that have left their mark on the property. We delve into the numerous ghostly encounters reported by visitors and staff over the years, from mysterious footsteps to full-bodied apparitions. The episode also features eerie photographs and videos captured by guests (available to view on thescarecast.com), potentially showing apparitions of former residents and victims. Firsthand accounts of paranormal experiences are shared, including physical sensations like sudden temperature drops and unexplained phenomena such as objects moving on their own. Finally, we discuss the Whaley House's well-established reputation as a paranormal hotspot, acknowledged even by the U.S. Department of Commerce, which has officially listed it as an authentic haunted house.</span></p><p><br></p><p>Website Post: <a href="https://www.thescarecast.com/the-whal/" rel="nofollow">https://www.thescarecast.com/the-whal/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Follow Me:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thescarecast/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/thescarecast/</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thescarecast" rel="nofollow">https://www.tiktok.com/@thescarecast</a></p><p>X: <a href="https://x.com/thescarecast" rel="nofollow">https://x.com/thescarecast</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thescarecast" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/@thescarecast</a></p><p><br></p><p>For any story requests, concerns, or advertising inquiries, feel free to reach out to me via email at [email protected]</p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-scarecast/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-scarecast/exclusive-content</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>
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