HeyJaredAppalachian Spooky Hour
Are you a fan of the strange, the unusual, the paranormal, and the macabre? If so, we invite you to join us as we deep dive into the lore and mystery of Appalachia, and the often dark history of the region. Things are about to get spooky.
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The Disappearance of Teresa "Trenny" Gibson (opens the original)
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Trenny Gibson went missing from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on October 8th, 1976. She has never been found. Did she take off of her own accord to start a new life somewhere (at just sixteen years old)? Did she become the victim of foul play? Or did she simply get lost in the woods? Join us as we discuss the most likely scenarios, and what happened the day that Trenny disappeared.
The Ghost of Fannie Heldmann (opens the original)
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On New Years Day, 1889, Fannie Heldmann drowned herself in the Reedy River. Was it because of an arranged marriage she did not want to be part of? Or did she suffer from an undocumented mental illness? And does her spirit still haunt the local cemetery in Greenville, South Carolina? Let's dive in and explore her life, and possible afterlife.
Serial Killer Anjette Lyles (opens the original)
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In the 1950s, Georgia restaurant owner Anjette Lyles became notorious. Not for her food, but for becoming a cold blooded killer. Join us as we dive into the crimes she committed, and how she managed to avoid becoming the first white woman in Georgia history to be put to death. Was she influenced by the occult? Did she suffer a mental illness? Or was she just evil? Let's talk about it!
Special Bonus Episode: Dark Hollow (opens the original)
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Join us in this special episode, where we sit down to chat with horror director Daniel Byers and actress June Schreiner about their upcoming horror film, Dark Hollow! We discuss everything from the film, which takes place in Appalachia, to whether or not they believe in ghosts. Don't forget to check out https://darkhollowmovie.com/ to watch the trailer, and to find out where you can find the film when it releases on September 4th, 2026! A big thank you to Daniel Byers and Kethryn Cavender for gi
Wanderlights (opens the original)
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Just what ARE those strange lights that sometimes appear in bogs, swamps, and along old railroad tracks? Often seen by travelers or those who are lost, are they a helpful being trying to help you find your way? Or are they something much more malevolent? Join Sam and Shell as they explore the possibilities! For more cool facts, information, and stories, check out the Appalachian Cryptid Field Guide !
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