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Ghosts in the Mountains explores the eerie, unexplained, and deeply mysterious stories hiding within the misty peaks of Western North Carolina and beyond. From haunted hotels and spectral legends to cryptid sightings and lost treasures, hosts Caleb Hanks and Austin Burgess take you deep into the folklore, history, and firsthand encounters that shape the region's paranormal landscape.
Each episode uncovers chilling tales, eyewitness accounts, and historical mysteries, blending investigative storytelling with a cozy, fireside feel. Whether you're a skeptic or a true believer, Ghosts in the Mountains is your guide to the supernatural side of Appalachia.
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Each episode uncovers chilling tales, eyewitness accounts, and historical mysteries, blending investigative storytelling with a cozy, fireside feel. Whether you're a skeptic or a true believer, Ghosts in the Mountains is your guide to the supernatural side of Appalachia.
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Flat Rock, North Carolina has long been known for its historic estates, quiet forests, and lingering stories of the unexplained. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, Caleb and Austin explore the chilling legends surrounding one of the area's most mysterious locations, the Mansouri Mansion. Originally built in the 19th century and once known as the Woodfields Inn, the estate has developed a reputation for strange activity over the years. Locals and visitors have reported unexplained lights, footsteps in empty rooms, shadowy figures, and an eerie presence that seems to linger long after dark.
In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we sit down with Austin's longtime friend Kyle Mullenax, who began experiencing something he can't easily explain during a beach trip, unusual glowing lights moving in ways that defied aircraft, drones, or anything familiar. What started as a single sighting soon became a recurring phenomenon, continuing even after Kyle returned to the mountains of Rosman, North Carolina. We explore Kyle's firsthand encounters, compare them to similar regional reports, and examine possible explanations ranging from atmospheric anomalies and misidentified technology to classic UFO phenomena and the long history of mysterious lights reported across Appalachia.
The Sapphire Valley in North Carolina is known for its breathtaking beauty but beneath the tranquil landscapes lies a history filled with unsettling encounters, lingering spirits, and unexplained phenomena. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we explore the chilling stories surrounding the Lost Souls of Sapphire Valley. From the reported apparition of a solitary figure wandering the fairways near the great rock face, to longstanding accounts of strange lights, unexplained presences, and echoes of the past that refuse to fade, we examine what may still be tied to this land. Join us as we dig into eyewitness accounts, regional lore, and the deeper questions surrounding why certain places seem to hold on to the past and who, or what, may still be walking there after dark.
On the windswept balds of Roan Mountain, hikers have reported something chilling for over a century, voices rising through the fog where no one stands. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we explore the legend of the Roan Mountain Ghost Choir, eerie hymns drifting through the mist, phantom singing heard at twilight, and the strange overlap between natural acoustics, Civil War lore, religious gatherings, and something far more unexplained. Are these sounds echoes carried across valleys by temperature inversions? Residual hauntings replaying emotional moments from the past? Or something older — something tied to the mountain itself? Join us as we climb into one of Appalachia's most haunting auditory mysteries.
Across cultures, countries, and generations, people who have never met, and often never heard of each other's stories, describe seeing the same terrifying figure: a tall shadowy man, wearing a wide-brimmed hat, standing silently in bedrooms, hallways, and doorways in the middle of the night. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we explore the phenomenon known as The Hat Man. We examine witness accounts, common patterns, and the leading theories behind what this entity could be, from sleep paralysis and shared archetypes to interdimensional beings and something far darker.
In the early 1900s, inmates and guards at the Old Buncombe County Prison in Asheville, North Carolina, reported something that defied explanation: a small, grinning, goblin-like apparition that swung from iron bars, laughed in the darkness, and seemed to delight in terrorizing those who encountered it. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we dive deep into the chilling accounts surrounding this bizarre entity, exploring eyewitness testimonies, historical context, and the darker theories behind what this strange figure might have been. Was it a ghost, a demonic presence, a manifestation of suffering within the jail's walls—or something even stranger?
In the hills of Asheville, NC the Battle Mansion has long carried a reputation for something lingering just beyond the living. In this episode, we explore the reported hauntings tied to one of the city's most striking historic homes, from sightings of a young woman in a flowing gown to strange sounds, unexplained movement, and an overwhelming sense of being watched. We dig into the history of the mansion, the stories passed down through generations, and the theories surrounding who, or what, may still be walking its halls and rooftops after dark. Is this a classic Asheville ghost story, a residual echo of the past, or something far stranger? Join us as we unravel the chilling lore behind one of North Carolina's most whispered-about locations.
When Bill Vaile moved into his Arlington, Texas home, he never expected the night he would quietly open a door and witness something that would change his life forever. What he saw would mark the beginning of years of terrifying paranormal activity. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we dive deep into the chilling true story of Bill Vaile. From shadow figures and unexplained physical attacks to the disturbing origin of the haunting itself, we explore how a single encounter may have opened the door to something far darker than a traditional ghost story.
This episode has been a long time coming. Joshua P. Warren has spent decades pushing the boundaries of paranormal research — from haunted locations and psychic phenomena to time anomalies, strange energy fields, and the edges of reality itself. As one of the most recognizable investigators to emerge from Western North Carolina's paranormal scene, his work blends hands-on experimentation with open-minded inquiry and a healthy respect for the unknown. In this highly anticipated episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we sit down with Joshua P. Warren for a wide-ranging conversation about his career, his most compelling investigations, and what years of fieldwork have taught him about the nature of reality. We explore the line between science and strangeness, the role of belief and perception, and why some mysteries may never fully resolve.
From the first modern flying saucer reports to secretive military investigations and the rise of contemporary UAP research, the story of Ufology is as strange as the phenomenon itself. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we're joined by researcher and journalist Micah Hanks and legendary occultist, author, and ufologist Dr. Allen Greenfield for a deep dive into the evolution of UFO study. Together, we trace the cultural, political, and philosophical roots of Ufology, from Cold War anxieties and intelligence involvement to esoteric interpretations, consciousness theories, and the blurred lines between belief, skepticism, and experience. How did Ufology become what it is today, and where might it be headed next?
In December of 1980, deep within England's Rendlesham Forest, U.S. Air Force personnel stationed at nearby RAF bases encountered something that would become known as Britain's Roswell. Strange lights moved silently through the trees. A glowing, metallic craft, triangular in shape and covered in unfamiliar symbols, appeared to land in the forest before accelerating away at impossible speed. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we revisit the events of those cold December nights, examine the testimony, and explore what may have truly occurred beneath the trees of Rendlesham Forest, and why the truth may still be buried there.
Long before shopping malls, reindeer, and red suits, the figure we now call Santa Claus may have emerged from something far stranger ancient ritual, winter survival, and mind-altering tradition. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we explore the controversial and fascinating theory that Santa's origins may be rooted in psychedelic folklore, shamanic practices, and the symbolic use of sacred mushrooms in northern winter cultures. From red-and-white imagery hidden in plain sight to chimney legends, flying reindeer, and altered states of consciousness, we trace how ancient ritual and myth may have slowly transformed into the modern Christmas icon. Is Santa a harmless fairy tale… or a cultural echo of humanity's oldest attempts to understand reality itself?
Christmas is often celebrated as a season of joy, warmth, and family — but some holidays carry a chill far colder than winter. In this special episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we explore eerie and lesser-known paranormal encounters that happened during Christmases of the past and spooky holiday traditions long forgotten. From phantom opera singing in abandoned ballrooms to spectral visitors appearing beneath twinkling lights, these chilling tales remind us that the veil doesn't always rest during the holidays. Join us by the fire as we uncover ghost stories that lurk beneath the holly, the ribbon, and the glow of the Christmas tree and discover why some spirits revisit this season year after year.
Long before Christmas was candy canes and twinkling lights, the darkest nights of winter belonged to something far more sinister. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we dive into the chilling European folklore of Krampus the horned enforcer of Yuletide tradition. From ancient Alpine villages to modern parades of demons and chains, Krampus has long served as the other side of Christmas: a creature meant to punish the wicked and drag the truly rotten away into the snow-covered night. Join us as we explore the historical origins, symbolic meaning, ritual celebrations, and creepy real-world encounters tied to the infamous Christmas devil. This December… you better watch out.
Just outside Geneva, New York, a lonely railroad bridge once spanned a deep ravine, on Thanksgiving Day, something strange was seen there. In 1902, the crew of a passing train reported a ghostly white figure waving frantically near Marsh Bridge, followed by a piercing scream that echoed through the valley. The apparition vanished as quickly as it appeared… but why Thanksgiving? This chilling encounter has been linked to a devastating 1873 train wreck that claimed multiple lives when the bridge collapsed beneath a speeding locomotive. Some believe the spirit is that of a lost railroad worker returning each year to warn others before tragedy strikes again.
A family in Winston-Salem relocate to a new home but shortly after exploring an old Civil War period cemetery near their home, their son begins mentioning a presence he calls "Gable", someone no one else can see. At first, his parents brush it off as imagination until strange occurrences begin to increase. Doors burst open on their own, laughter echoes where no one stands, and strange smoke drifts through the halls. In this episode we look into a strange haunting where an entity not of our realm begins communicating with their son.. before things get much worse.
Are ghosts truly spirits of the dead or something far stranger? In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we dive into one of the most enduring mysteries of the human experience. Joined by researcher and author Micah Hanks, we explore the possibilities of what ghosts might actually be through the lenses of science, psychology, artificial intelligence, and historical studies of the paranormal. From the early psychical researchers who compiled Phantasms of the Living more than a century ago to the cutting-edge theories of consciousness and quantum reality today, this episode is a deep discussion on the nature of hauntings, the mind, and what it means to exist beyond the physical world as we perceive it.
In Old Fort, North Carolina, there a man-made marvel known as Andrews Geyser. Built to honor fallen railroad workers, this century-old fountain hides more than history in its mist. Locals whisper of ghostly apparitions drifting along the tree line, and oppressive feelings that have left some never wanting to come back. In this episode, we explore the eerie legends surrounding Andrews Geyser, the truth behind its creation, and why visitors claim it's one of the most eerie memorials in the South.
In this chilling episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we travel to Currie, North Carolina, to revisit a disturbing 2021 encounter that has haunted local lore. A truly disturbing recording of a 911 call reveals a story of an encounter a man had with a strange creature on a dark wooded road one night. In this episode we go over the details of this case and talk with Rusty Martin, host of Carolina Case Files, who initially broke the story. Was it an alien? A cryptid? Or something entirely new? Settle in, because tonight… something is watching from the treeline.
In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we delves into one of the most disturbing and controversial exorcism cases in modern history, the story of Anneliese Michel. A devout German teenager plagued by seizures and disturbing behavior, Anneliese would undergo 67 Catholic exorcism rites over the course of ten months, ultimately leading to her tragic death in 1976. We examine the chilling audio tapes, the psychological theories, the religious and cultural implications, and the aftermath that sparked a worldwide debate about faith, mental health, and demonic possession. Is this a case of spiritual warfare… or a failure of medical science?
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