

Spooked
KQED and Snap Studios
Spooked features true-life supernatural stories, told firsthand by people who can barely believe it happened themselves. Be afraid. Created in the dark of night, by the creators of Snap Judgment in partnership with KQED. It is hosted by Glynn Washington. Episodes drop every week on Friday!
Episodes
Mentioned books

Nov 24, 2023 • 26min
Las Tres Cruces
It’s the 1990s in Popoyán, Colombia. Twenty-year-old Humberto and his two best friends Jairo and Mauricio set off for an adventure in the woods. They think they’re invincible–but they’re no match for what they encounter.
Thank you, thank you, Humberto for sharing your story with us!
Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Lalin St. Juste, artwork by Teo Ducot Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 17, 2023 • 29min
These Boots Are Made For Stalking
What happens when everyone in the family can see the same specter… but they don’t tell each other for years?
This story contains explicit language - sensitive listeners please be advised.
Thanks to Michelle, Sherri, and Ed for sharing your story with the Spooked. This story comes to us from the Stories with Sapphire podcast, listen & subscribe for some scary stuff!
Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 10, 2023 • 27min
The Banker
When Antonio and his sister Anita were growing up in Texas, their family didn’t have much money. That’s why they were so excited to move into their very own home, even if it was a little run-down. It turns out, the home already had an occupant.
Thank you, Antonio and Anita, for sharing your story with Spooked!
Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 3, 2023 • 25min
Pet Cemetery
A college student is arrested and given a chance for release with $100 within 15 minutes. Ray shares his ability to communicate with animals and starts a pet cemetery. Kids bury animals in the cemetery, but fear arises when children go missing. Monkey encounters turn aggressive and bones are discovered. Reflections on burying in a pet cemetery bring internal conflict and lasting impact.

Oct 31, 2023 • 29min
The Woods Have Eyes
Nate and Keith explore forests in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, encountering something hunting for them. They have a chilling encounter with a human-like figure with glowing red eyes. Someone shares a personal account of feeling protected by an unknown entity.

Oct 27, 2023 • 30min
Creature Feature II
When a creature shows itself, wonder fills you, terror compels you, but which will you follow? Two friends in the countryside, and two men at sea are put to the test by mysterious beings.
STORIES
Silver Man
When Martin and Louise visit an abandoned house, something is waiting for them–but not on the grounds.
Thanks, Martin, for sharing the mystery with us.
Original score by Clay Xavier, produced by Anne Ford
Somethin’ Fishy
As a fisherman, Clyde spends most of his time on the water. He’s seen all kinds of creatures out there… whales, squid, sharks. But when it comes to the ocean, there’s always a bigger fish.
Thank you, Clyde, for sharing your story with us. We hope you never see that thing again… But if you do, you know who to call.
Original score by Seth Marceau, produced by Zoë Ferrigno
Artwork by Teo Ducot Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 20, 2023 • 32min
Lady Grim
Sherry and her husband keep seeing a hooded figure around their farm in Nova Scotia. She isn’t a ghost. She’s there to collect souls.
Thank you, Sherry, for sharing your story.
Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 13, 2023 • 40min
The Lighthouse
Exploring the haunted Heceta Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast on the Oregon Coast. Encounters with ghostly figures and strange phenomena. Stories of a ghost named Roo appearing as a woman in old-fashioned clothes. Mysterious sighting of a woman who later disappears. Strange voices, thumping sounds, and eerie occurrences in a house. Reflections on the haunted house and a call for spooky stories from listeners.

Oct 6, 2023 • 26min
The Domovoi
Sure, you’ve heard of a gnome, a troll, a sprite, an orc, a Babadook, a centaur, a tomten... but have you ever heard of a Domovoi?
Thank you, Nikita, for sharing your story with us. We also want to thank Laura at the Paranormal Scholar for helping us find this amazing story.
Produced by Eliza Smith, original score by Leon Moriomoto, artwork by Teo Ducot Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 29, 2023 • 44min
Brick and Mortal
Sometimes the spirits we encounter are benevolent and kind — like guardian angels. And sometimes, they wait, and watch, and wish us ill.
STORIES
Eunice
Tiffany’s keeps waking up in the middle of the night to the sound of someone walking around her room. Finally, one night, a woman materializes right in front of her, wearing the snazziest business casual attire she’s ever seen. But there’s one problem: this woman is a ghost.
Thank you, Tiffany, for sharing your story with Spooked!
Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Daniel Riera
Brick and Mortal
Rhea is excited to visit her mom and dad, who have just bought a brand-new cabin in the woods. The house seems great, except Rhea keeps seeing a figure out of the corner of her eye: a woman, standing in the woods, staring at her.
Thanks, Rhea, for sharing your story with us!
Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Clay Xavier Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


