In this gripping episode of Eerie, join host Noah Croft as he unravels the chilling history of Oscarville, a once-thriving town now submerged beneath the waters of Lake Lanier. Imagine a community full of life, where families thrived and the spirit of the town was palpable. But beneath the surface, dark tensions simmered, leading to one of the most heartbreaking events in Georgia’s history. The land, first home to Native Americans, is drenched in the blood of the Cherokee who were forced to leave their ancestral home. Then came Oscarville, a prosperous Black community that faced racial violence, injustice, and the forceful displacement of its people. As we delve into the tale of Oscarville, we will explore the tragic history and lasting impact on the community. Beware, for the shadows of Oscarville hold dark secrets, and the past is never truly buried. Listener discretion is advised as we uncover the eerie and unsettling story of Oscarville. Don't forget to follow Eerie for more captivating and mysterious tales from around the world.Check out our social media pages: https://www.facebook.com/Eeriepod https://www.Instagram.com/Eeriepod https://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcast https://www.youtube.com/@eeriepod Our Website: https://www.eeriepod.com Sources Phillips, Patrick. "Blood at the Root: A Racial Cleansing in America." This book provides a detailed account of the racial violence and expulsion of Black residents in Forsyth County, Georgia, and serves as a crucial resource for understanding the history and events that led to the displacement of the Oscarville community. "Oscarville, Georgia: A Historical Overview." This source offers insights into the establishment, growth, and eventual destruction of Oscarville, highlighting the key events and socio-political dynamics that contributed to its tragic history. Various historical archives and newspaper articles from the early 20th century documenting the racial tensions, violence, and displacement that occurred in Forsyth County and Oscarville.
Dive into the chilling depths of the Wendigo myth in this gripping episode of Eerie. Journey through snow-covered landscapes and frozen forests as we trace the terrifying path of this legendary beast. Born of unspeakable hunger and despair, the Wendigo is a symbol of humanity's darkest fears. Hear bone-chilling tales of encounters, explore the roots in indigenous Algonquin folklore, and question the boundary between myth and reality. Could there be a kernel of truth behind this horrifying legend? Brace yourself for an unflinching exploration into the heart of this monstrous entity. This is an episode you won't want to listen to alone.Don't forget to follow @eeriepod on social media and email info@theeeriepodcast.com with your own spooky stories and recommendations. Stay tuned for more eerie tales from around the world.Check out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/Eeriepodhttps://www.Instagram.com/Eeriepodhttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@eeriepodOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.com
Episode: The Miraculous Survival of the Andes Plane CrashIn this chilling episode of Eerie, join host Noah Croft as he delves into the incredible story of the Andes plane crash survivors. Tragedy strikes when a plane carrying a Uruguayan rugby team and their families crashes into the unforgiving Andes Mountains, leaving the survivors stranded in a harsh and desolate landscape.Discover the harrowing battle for survival that unfolds as these brave individuals face extreme cold, hunger, and the haunting realization that rescue may never come. Listen in as their resilience and resourcefulness are put to the ultimate test, leading to an unthinkable decision that will forever change their lives.Explore the aftermath of the crash as the survivors grapple with the psychological and emotional trauma of their ordeal. Learn how they cope with survivor's guilt and societal judgment as they strive to rebuild their lives and find meaning in their remarkable survival.Through interviews with the survivors themselves, hear firsthand accounts of their experiences, their fears, and their extraordinary journey back to civilization. Uncover the inspiring stories of how these individuals went on to achieve greatness, overcoming their past and using their newfound perspectives to make a positive impact on the world.Join us on this spine-tingling episode as we unravel the mysteries and delve deep into the darkness of the Andes plane crash survival. Witness the strength of the human spirit and the enduring power of hope in the face of unimaginable circumstances.Don't forget to follow @eeriepod on social media and email info@theeeriepodcast.com with your own spooky stories and recommendations. Stay tuned for more eerie tales from around the world.Sign up for our Patreon to get exclusive content, merch AND A SHOUT OUT on the podcast!patreon.com/user?u=85662814Check out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/Eeriepodhttps://www.Instagram.com/Eeriepodhttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@eeriepodOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.comReferences:Read, Piers Paul. "Alive: The Story of the Andes Survivors." HarperCollins, 2005.
Dark Waters - The Haunting Mysteries and Eerie Legends of Lake LanierIn this episode of Eerie, we'll be diving deep into the history, mysteries, and folklore surrounding Lake Lanier in Georgia. Lake Lanier is a vast reservoir that was created by the US Army Corps of Engineers in the 1950s. The lake covers over 38,000 acres and is a popular destination for recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and hiking. But beneath the surface of Lake Lanier lies a dark and mysterious history that has captured the imagination of locals and visitors alike. Many stories have emerged over the years, from tales of ghost towns and submerged structures to unexplained phenomena such as vanishing boats and ghostly sightings. Some of the most chilling legends involve the unnerving death toll at the lake and the high number of drownings and boating accidents. But it's not just the supernatural that makes Lake Lanier an intriguing destination. The lake's ecological impact, including the loss of forests and effects of human activities, has raised concerns about conservation and preservation efforts. Efforts to manage water quality, restore habitats, and manage invasive species are underway to protect the lake's natural resources for future generations. Despite the challenges, Lake Lanier remains a popular destination for recreation and leisure activities, and a source of inspiration and wonder for those who explore its mysteries. Join us next week as we delve into the incredible story of the Andes Plane Crash Survivors, a tale of resilience, tragedy, and the human spirit. Don't forget to follow @eeriepod on social media and email info@theeeriepodcast.com with your own spooky stories and recommendations. Stay tuned for more eerie tales from around the world.Sign up for our Patreon to get exclusive content, merch AND A SHOUT OUT on the podcast!patreon.com/user?u=85662814Check out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/Eeriepodhttps://www.Instagram.com/Eeriepodhttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@eeriepodOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.com
Episode 35: The Cleveland Three - Part 3I'm sure most people could agree. That there's one thing that everyone finds terrifying: Captivity. Being held against your will. With no sure way of getting out. What happens when your captivity is not over just a span of days? Or even just a year? But a whole decade. Three young girls and women; spend a decade in captivity. Being raped, beaten, and tortured by Ariel Castro. This is part three of the story of The Cleveland Three.Sign up for our Patreon to get exclusive content, merch AND A SHOUT OUT on the podcast!patreon.com/user?u=85662814Get a free month on Audible using this link:audibletrial.com/theeeriepodCheck out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcast https://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcast https://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@eeriepodOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.comSources:Knight, Michelle - Finding Me: A Decade of Darkness, a Life Reclaimed: A Memoir of the Cleveland KidnappingsHachette Books (May 6, 2014)https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Me-Reclaimed-Cleveland-Kidnappings-ebook/dp/B00HSNMGBI/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Berry, Amanda & Gina DeJesus - Hope: A Memoir of Survival in ClevelandPenguin Books (April 27, 2015)https://www.amazon.com/Hope-Survival-Cleveland-Amanda-Berry-ebook/dp/B00OYXWLCE/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1673342168&sr=8-1
Eerie Tales 1What if you woke up one day and your life was completely different. Everything about the world seems somewhat familiar but not quite right. Here are some tales from people who it happened to. This is the Erie tales.Sign up for our Patreon to get exclusive content, merch, and a shout-out on the podcast!patreon.com/user?u=85662814Get a free month on Audible using this link:audibletrial.com/theeeriepodCheck out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcast https://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcast https://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@eeriepodOur Website: https://www.theeeriepodcast.comSources:Story One: https://old.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/1xyn79/what_is_the_creepiest_glitch_in_the_matrix_youve/cffvytf/StoryTwo: https://www.reddit.com/r/Glitch_in_the_Matrix/comments/7dq5wa/did_i_visit_a_parallel_universe/Story Three: https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/2qrp5k/my_experience_in_a_seemingly_alternate_reality/Images of the Wikipedia Page from another universe: https://imgur.io/a/8mzIh
The Cleveland Three - Part 2I'm sure most people could agree. That there's one thing that everyone finds terrifying: Captivity.Being held against your will. With no sure way of getting out. What happens when your captivity is not over just a span of days? Or even just a year? But a whole decade.Three young girls and women; spend a decade in captivity. Being raped, beaten, and tortured by Ariel Castro.This is part two of the story of The Cleveland Three.Sign up for our Patreon to get exclusive content, merch AND A SHOUT OUT on the podcast!patreon.com/user?u=85662814Get a free month on Audible using this link:audibletrial.com/theeeriepodCheck out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@eeriepodOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.comSources:Knight, Michelle - Finding Me: A Decade of Darkness, a Life Reclaimed: A Memoir of the Cleveland KidnappingsHachette Books (May 6, 2014)https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Me-Reclaimed-Cleveland-Kidnappings-ebook/dp/B00HSNMGBI/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Berry, Amanda & Gina DeJesus - Hope: A Memoir of Survival in ClevelandPenguin Books (April 27, 2015)https://www.amazon.com/Hope-Survival-Cleveland-Amanda-Berry-ebook/dp/B00OYXWLCE/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1673342168&sr=8-1
New Years Traditions & FolkloreThroughout the world. There are so many different traditions when it comes to celebrating the new year.Whether it's dressing like a demon or leaving all your windows and doors open,Or setting a place at the table for a loved one that's been lost.Let's jump into a few spooky news traditions and some folklore. To set off the new year.Check out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcastOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.comStory background music provided by:VIVEK ABHISHEKhttps://www.youtube.com/@VIVEKABHISHEK
Episode 33: KrampusThe Legend of Krampus dates back to the 1600s. A large hairy cloven-hooved creature comes in the night to punish bad children.Where does the Krampus legend start?And what are the stories surrounding it?Story 1:https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/9y966a/my_real_encounter_with_krampus_as_a_young_boy/Check out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcastOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.comStory background music provided by:Silent Night by Nicolas Gasparini (Myuu)Deck the Halls by Nicolas Gasparini (Myuu)Carol of the Bells by Nicolas Gasparini (Myuu)Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Music promoted by MrSnooze https://youtu.be/ew400-ib_Uw
Episode 32: Ghost Stories 1A ghost is the soul or spirit of a dead person that appears to the living. Sometimes spirits are just loved ones trying to contact those that are still living.Some of them are demons.Some spirits can move things.Some want to cause harm.Let's dive deep into the stories of those who've experienced something paranormal.Welcome. To Ghost Stories. By The Eerie PodcastStory 1:https://www.reddit.com/r/Ghoststories/comments/zo53fm/true_ghost_story/Story 2:https://www.reddit.com/r/Ghoststories/comments/naa9b9/bought_my_first_house_and_found_out_it_was_haunted/Story 3:https://www.reddit.com/r/Ghoststories/comments/lj4mpx/my_trip_to_the_slaughter_yard_a_story_my_mom/Check out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcastOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.comStory background music provided by:VIVEK ABHISHEKhttps://www.youtube.com/@VIVEKABHISHEK
The Cleveland Three - Part 1I'm sure most people could agree. That there's one thing that everyone finds terrifying: Captivity.Being held against your will. With no sure way of getting out. What happens when your captivity is not over just a span of days? Or even just a year? But a whole decade.Three young girls and women; spend a decade in captivity. Being raped, beaten, and tortured by Ariel Castro.This is part one of the story of The Cleveland Three.Get a free month on Audible using this link:audibletrial.com/theeeriepodCheck out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcastOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.comSources:Knight, Michelle - Finding Me: A Decade of Darkness, a Life Reclaimed: A Memoir of the Cleveland KidnappingsHachette Books (May 6, 2014)https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Me-Reclaimed-Cleveland-Kidnappings-ebook/dp/B00HSNMGBI/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Episode 30: The Moth ManImagine you’re in your car and see a large figure standing in the road. Humanoid in shape but with massive wings and glowing red eyes.Moth man's legend has captivated us since the late 1960s. The Terrifying creature that resides in the Appalachians of Virginia. Is moth man just a legend, is he a science experiment gone wrong, or is he just a product of evolution?Get a free month on Audible using this link:audibletrial.com/theeeriepodCheck out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcastOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.com
Episode 29: The Evil of Katherine KnightSomething is terrifying about someone who doesn't care if they hurt another person.Katherine Knight was always shown to have no restraint when it came to harming others in relationships, at school, and even with her own children.Why did Katherine become known as the Australian Cannibal?Get a free month on Audible using this link:audibletrial.com/theeeriepodCheck out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcastOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.com
Episode 28: The Bellaire Demon HouseSomething is terrifying about a haunted house.But what about houses that the souls of the dead don't just merely haunt?But houses that are inhabited by demons?Get a free month on Audible using this link:audibletrial.com/theeeriepodCheck out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcastOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.comCheck out Noah's YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@thenoahcroft
The Hauntings of the Whaley HouseThe Whaley house was built in 1867. By Thomas Whaley for him and his family.The house would go on to become a central part 0f the new town community.It would become a courthouse, a family home, a theatre, and even a battleground.Get a free month on Audible using this link:audibletrial.com/theeeriepodCheck out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcastOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.comCheck out Noah's YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/NoahsArchive
Episode 25: The Halloween Killer and The Tragic Death of Lisa FrenchHalloween Night always has an eerie vibe to it. It's a time for everyone to go out and be something different. For nine-year-old Lisa Ann French, Halloween 1973 would be her final time celebrating this holiday.Get a free month on Audible using this link:audibletrial.com/theeeriepodCheck out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcastOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.com
The Salem Witch TrialsThroughout history. Witches have been seen as agents of the Devil. In the 15th- 17th-century witch trials were commonplace in Europe and New England. Most famously, the Salem witch trials that began in 1692.What brought this about? Were there evil witches in this town in the late 1600s?Get a free month on Audible using this link:audibletrial.com/theeeriepodCheck out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcastOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.comSources:BritannicaWikipediaIn the Devil's Snare: The Salem Witchcraft Crisis of 1692 by, Mary Beth Norton Epis
Episode 24: The Exorcism of Anneliese MichelExorcisms have been around since the New Testament. And they're performed in various cultures in various ways. The exorcism of Anneliese Michel was considered one of the most documented exorcisms, but also, It was considered one of the most controversial.Was Anneliese Michel possessed by demons or was it something that could be defined as a practical medical condition?Get a free month on Audible using this link:audibletrial.com/theeeriepodCheck out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcastOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.com
The Eerie Tale of Bloody MaryWe have all been at a slumber party as a kid where cackling friends dare someone to do the Bloody Mary chant in the bathroom. Who was Bloody Mary? Where did this superstitious ritual come from?Get a free month on Audible using this link:audibletrial.com/theeeriepodCheck out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcastOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.com
The Survival of Holly K DunnWe always hear survival stories. Never does one think it will happen to them. For Holly Dunn, a student at university, this became her nightmare. A nightmare that would take a loved one from her.Get a free month on Audible using this link:audibletrial.com/theeeriepodCheck out our social media pages:https://www.facebook.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.Instagram.com/theeeriepodcasthttps://www.twitter.com/theeeriepodcastOur Website:https://www.theeeriepodcast.comRead this book!Sole Survivorby, Holly K Dunnhttps://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B074VC9785&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref=cmswrkbdpZFY5A5N555FDDB4BSPMN