Scary Story Podcast

Scary Stories

Scary Story Podcast features scary stories about darkness, unexplained phenomena, ghosts, and the paranormal. A collection of short original horror tales written by Edwin Covarrubias. read less

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For centuries, humans have fixated on the frightening and the unknown. If it's scary, spooky, or supernatural, there's a tall tale ready to terrify. This podcast is all about the darkness and what hides within it. From the inexplicable to the paranormal, Scary Story Podcast has it all. When listeners listen, they're signing up for a no-holds horror show guaranteed to thrill. It's a great listen on late-night drives or rushed lunch breaks. If a scary story is what the audience needs, this show will deliver.

From the mind of Edwin Covarrubias come haunting tales of mystery and fright. Every Friday, a new petrifying short story debuts. It's like a personal collection of dread ready to scare anyone who stumbles upon Edwin's archives. From classic ghost stories to ghastly tales of woe, the podcast covers a broad range. Listeners can expect the worst as Edwin flexes his creative genius. And what a twisted mind he has, having penned so many hair-raising tales. Through it all, the world of lore that bursts from Edwin's imagination is sure to strike fear in every listener. This show has a true crime attitude with a horror podcast bend. It covers spooky stories worthy of Halloween. It explores urban legends listeners have never heard. It even explores real-life ghost stories. These chilling tales are all about bringing listeners true horror.

New episodes of Scary Story Podcast come out every Friday. This podcast fits a little foreboding into even the busiest schedule at under half an hour per episode. Listeners can listen at their convenience to spice up even the most ordinary day. Every episode is compelling. The storytelling is captivating. What lurks on the other side of the speaker is sinister beyond belief.

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One father discovers the chilling truth behind a haunted oak tree that has cursed his family for generations. As shadows creep closer and childhood fears return, he must face the horrifying legacy that could destroy everything he loves. Tally Marks is a scary story about a father confronting the horrors of his family’s past on a haunted property. As terrifying figures emerge from the shadows and supernatural forces stir, this chilling tale explores the fear of the unknown, haunted memories, and the fight to protect a loved one.You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime.Find out more about Scary Story Podcast on ScaryStoryPodcast.comJoin our community:Facebook.com/scarypodInstagram.com/scarypodtiktok.com/@scarystorypod

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One father discovers the chilling truth behind a haunted oak tree that has cursed his family for generations. As shadows creep closer and childhood fears return, he must face the horrifying legacy that could destroy everything he loves. Tally Marks is a scary story about a father confronting the horrors of his family’s past on a haunted property. As terrifying figures emerge from the shadows and supernatural forces stir, this chilling tale explores the fear of the unknown, haunted memories, and the fight to protect a loved one.You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime.Find out more about Scary Story Podcast on ScaryStoryPodcast.comJoin our community:Facebook.com/scarypodInstagram.com/scarypodtiktok.com/@scarystorypod

The Phenomenon of Time Skipping & Picture on the Wall

The Phenomenon of Time Skipping & Picture on the Wall

A routine walk through the desert turns into something far more terrifying. What starts as a simple errand for ice at a family gathering on a ranch in the Sonoran Desert quickly escalates into an eerie encounter that feels like crossing into a parallel reality. Was it a glitch in time, a haunting presence, or something beyond explanation?In our second story, what should have been a simple night at an Airbnb after a long business trip turns into a truly horrifying experience. Our narrator recounts an unsettling night in a strange old house that feels off from the moment they arrive. From dim lighting and an eerie portrait on the wall to unexplained knocks in the middle of the night, the night unfolds with disturbing events that only escalate until a terrifying realization hits the next morning.Today's scary stories feature remastered versions of some of our originals "The Phenomenon of Time Skipping", and "Picture on the Wall", with guest storyteller Sapphire Sandalo from Stories With Sapphire.You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime.Find out more about Scary Story Podcast on ScaryStoryPodcast.comJoin our community:Facebook.com/scarypodInstagram.com/scarypodtiktok.com/@scarystorypod

In this scary horror story, a couple on a quiet road trip stumbles upon a mysterious figure in the fog, triggering a series of paranormal events that spiral out of control. As they navigate their growing fears and confusion, they begin to wonder if they’ve encountered something far more sinister than a lost traveler.You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin as @edwincov on social mediaFind out more about Scary Story Podcast on ScaryStoryPodcast.comJoin our community:Facebook.com/scarypodInstagram.com/scarypodtiktok.com/@scarystorypod

The Woman on the Train

The Woman on the Train

On a quiet, late-night subway ride home, an unsettling passenger boards, leaving the narrator questioning not only his safety but his reality. As the train speeds through the dark tunnels, the journey transforms into a chilling encounter with something far more sinister than an ordinary stranger. What really happens when she leaves—or does she?You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime.Find out more about Scary Story Podcast on ScaryStoryPodcast.comFind Edwin on social media as @edwincovJoin our community:Facebook.com/scarypodInstagram.com/scarypodtiktok.com/@scarystorypod

In this chilling story, a family reflects on their unsettling childhood memories of growing up in a house by the lake, where strange rules were always followed and eerie experiences were a part of life. From ghostly footsteps to unexplained sightings, the house held a mysterious and terrifying presence that haunted their lives. As they revisit old memories and uncover forgotten family photos, they start to realize the unsettling truth about what had been watching them all along. If you're a fan of paranormal encounters and creepy stories, this haunting tale will pull you into its eerie mystery.You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime.Find out more about Scary Story Podcast on ScaryStoryPodcast.comJoin our community:Facebook.com/scarypodInstagram.com/scarypodtiktok.com/@scarystorypod

When an experienced home inspector is called to examine a remote house near the woods, he expects a routine night of taking notes and capturing images. But as he delves deeper into the dark, creaking corridors and shadowy rooms, strange occurrences begin to unfold. A family’s grief, unsettling noises, and ghostly apparitions lead him to confront something far more sinister than a simple inspection. As the night progresses, he must come to terms with the house's dark past and the spirits that still linger.Find Edwin at instagram.com/edwincov and join the broadcast channel!You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime.Find out more about Scary Story Podcast on ScaryStoryPodcast.comJoin our community:Facebook.com/scarypodInstagram.com/scarypodtiktok.com/@scarystorypod

Why I Don't Walk Alone: A Haunting Tale of a Bruja's Curse

Why I Don't Walk Alone: A Haunting Tale of a Bruja's Curse

In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, join Edwin as he recounts a deeply personal and terrifying story rooted in his family’s Mexican heritage. What begins as a casual evening around a campfire turns into an eerie tale of witches, curses, and an ancestral fear passed down through generations. This spine-chilling story explores the haunting legend of the Bruja de Quimichis and the fear that still lingers in the hearts of those who remember. Listen now, share your own stories, and keep the horror alive! Stay tuned for more paranormal stories at scarystorypodcast.comYou can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime.You can find Edwin on Instagram at @edwincov or through our contact form here: https://scarystorypodcast.com/contactJoin our community:Facebook.com/scarypodInstagram.com/scarypodtiktok.com/@scarystorypod

Ghostly Hitchhiker & Forgotten Dreams: Two Haunting Horror Stories

Ghostly Hitchhiker & Forgotten Dreams: Two Haunting Horror Stories

Two short scary stories in this one, get ready for a bone-chilling experience in this eerie double feature. First, a late-night drive turns into a nightmare when a mysterious woman appears on the side of the road, leading our narrator into a terrifying encounter. In the second story, a young man finds himself strangely connected to an abandoned house, where dreams and reality begin to merge.You can get these ad-free through Scary Plus! Cancel anytime.Find out more about Scary Story Podcast on ScaryStoryPodcast.comJoin our community:Facebook.com/scarypodInstagram.com/scarypodtiktok.com/@scarystorypod

Creepy Short Stories for Eerie Nights

Creepy Short Stories for Eerie Nights

We have three scary stories. In the first, a young boy recalls a night that shattered what he thought about ghosts, revealing secrets hidden in the darkness. On a tense drive with his father down a desolate road, they encounter something creepy that defies explanation and lingers in his memory, challenging his understanding of fear and the unknown. This chilling experience on Cedar Lane forever changes his perspective on the supernatural and the dangers that lurk in the shadows.Next, a college student recounts the most embarrassing mistake of her life. One night, after a party, she accidentally enters the wrong house, mistaking it for her own. Inside, she encounters something strange, leading to a terrifying and confusing confrontation. And lastly, when a high school student takes on a job at a theme park, they expect a summer of free passes and fun, not encounters with the paranormal. Tasked with operating the Ruby Dragon Ride, an eerie rollercoaster shrouded in mystery, they soon notice a young boy wandering through the empty park late at night. Soon, the dark history of the park comes to light. This spine-tingling tale explores the thin line between the ordinary and the supernatural, and the haunting remnants of a past tragedy.Scary stories in this episode are "The Old Woman of Cedar Lane", "The Break In", and "Ruby Dragon Ride"These stories were originally published in 2022 here on the show. Let me know what other stories you want to hear next!You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime.Find out more about Scary Story Podcast on ScaryStoryPodcast.comJoin our community:Facebook.com/scarypodInstagram.com/scarypodtiktok.com/@scarystorypod

No People Here: Why I Don't Visit Abandoned Towns Anymore

No People Here: Why I Don't Visit Abandoned Towns Anymore

In this scary story, the narrator explores a creepy abandoned desert town that he spotted from far away. But there's much more to the run-down buildings and an old gas station. Spooky reminders from the past, like the cracked streets and an empty playground, show him what once was.He meets an angry old man who lives nearby who warns him to leave before sunset, hinting at hidden dangers. But the dangers he speaks of.. do they have something to do with the two strange kids on the playground?As night comes, he begins to realize why he's in the wrong place.Up next, check out one of my favorite stories on the show, Maps: scarystorypodcast.com/episode/mapsYou can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime.Find out more about Scary Story Podcast on ScaryStoryPodcast.comJoin our community:Facebook.com/scarypodInstagram.com/scarypodtiktok.com/@scarystorypod

Creepy Short Stories: Meet Benjamin and The Roach Room Nightmare

Creepy Short Stories: Meet Benjamin and The Roach Room Nightmare

Creepy stories "Meet Benjamin" and "Under My Skin" are two short scary tales with a twist to the traditional ghost story and the unnerving side of hearing something crawl and scratch around at night. They were originally published in 2021 and remastered here for you to listen to at night. To listen without ads, check out ScaryPlus.com Up next, check out HorrorStory (at HorrorStory.com) to get even more, true scary stories every week. You can also get in touch with Edwin on social media as @edwincov

A short scary story about a person who discovers scary podcasts but gets much more than he bargained for. This is how horror stories turn real.Up next, check out Horror Story at HorrorStory.comTry out episodes with no ads through ScaryPlus.com that will let you listen right here, you can try it out for free and cancel whenever.Get in touch with Edwin through social media as @edwincov and learn more about our shows as @scary.fm

Go To Sleep Natalie

Go To Sleep Natalie

A scary story about a young girl who makes a chilling discovery after a regular shopping trip with her mom and the doll she picks out. In the second story, a runner spots someone out on the trail... someone who doesn't belong there.For more, find us on ScaryStoryPodcast.com and get ad-free episodes on ScaryPlus.comStories were originally published in Season 2, Episode 17 of Scary Story Podcast

Moving On: A Tragic Ghost Story

Moving On: A Tragic Ghost Story

A ghost story about a man that is forced to deal with one last test in dealing with part of his family when he has a sudden realization that there's more that is gone.Find out more on ScaryStoryPodcast.comYou can get in touch with Edwin via email at hello@scary.fm or on Instagram and TikTok @edwincov

Short Scary Stories for a Creepy Night

Short Scary Stories for a Creepy Night

Short scary stories "A Dead Man Calling for Help", "Leave If No Response", "My Dead Friend is Still On Facebook", and "Alone at Home" are in this episode. Stories about the past, guilt, and strange paranormal experiences.Get our collection at https://youtube.com/ScaryStoryPodcast.com and get in touch with us on TikTok and Instagram @scary.fmFor ad-free, check out ScaryPlus.comStories were originally published on this podcast in 2019.

The Dream House

The Dream House

A scary story about a man who visits the house of his dreams and begins to complete his experience in another realm. What is real? And what ghosts are roaming in along its hallways?Listen ad-free on ScaryPlus.com and find us on TikTok and Instagram at @scary.fm or find Edwin at @edwincovFind our other show, HorrorStory.com for true ghosts, mysteries, and urban legends.Our Youtube channel: Youtube.com/ScaryStoryPodcast

A scary story about a young police officer that brings an eerie tale back to life, one that she thought had been long forgotten.Get ad-free episodes on ScaryPlus.com or get in touch with us over on ScaryStoryPodcast.com to find on TikTok and Instagram @scary.fmYou can get in touch with Edwin @edwincov on Instagram and TikTok or through email at hello@scary.fm

A scary story about a man about to lose his family, and the choice to do so lies solely in believing in the existence of ghosts, or other entities, in the house.Find us on TikTok and Instagram @scary.fm or find Edwin as @edwincovAd-free listening on ScaryPlus.com and get updated on our latest stories! Just give us your email at the bottom of this page where it tells you about the newsletter: https://scarystorypodcast.com/

A scary story about a man who travels a closed road in search of answers. Along the way, he meets those who may hold the answers.Ad-free episodes on ScaryPlus.com and you can get in touch with our TikTok and Instagram @scary.fmGet in touch with Edwin on Instagram @edwincovFind our channel on YouTube! The username is @ScaryStoryPodcast

A scary story about a woman who begins looking for a job to make ends meet, finding herself in a life and death, situation.Find us on TikTok and Instagram @scary.fm or get in touch with Edwin at @edwincovAd-free over on ScaryPlus.com