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American Hauntings Podcast

Cody Beck and Troy Taylor
True Crime
Chicago
Al Capone
American History
Ghost Stories
Murder
Ghosts
Hauntings
Salem Witch Trials
Prohibition
Slavery
Horror Films
Myrtles Plantation
The Lighthouse
Witchcraft
Ed and Lorraine Warren
Decatur, Illinois
Los Angeles
Haunted Houses
Poltergeist

History, hauntings, legends, lore, true crime, and the dark side of American History. Hosted by Cody Beck and Troy Taylor, Season 10, "Murder City" is now live.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes332Founded9 years ago
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Recent Guests

Cynthia Dominic
Ghost tour guide with Silent Slayer Ghost Tours
Silent Slayer Ghost Tours
Episode: LIVE From The 2026 Haunted America Conference
Co O'Neill
Storyteller from Hudson, Wisconsin; family-haunt history expose
Individual storyteller
Episode: LIVE From The 2026 Haunted America Conference
Doran Asero
Storyteller from Fredericksburg, Texas; house-based haunting recount
Independent storyteller
Episode: LIVE From The 2026 Haunted America Conference
Daniel McKinney
Guest who visited Lemp Mansion and had paranormal experiences
Independent guest
Episode: LIVE From The 2026 Haunted America Conference
Nikki Garduno
Storyteller from Story City, Iowa; recounting a protective encounter
Independent storyteller
Episode: LIVE From The 2026 Haunted America Conference
Orrin Taylor
Professional artist; son of the host; invited to discuss the film
American Hauntings Podcast
Episode: American Nightmares 23: "The Devil Goes to the Movies - Part 4"
Adam White
Creator, producer, and host of American Dread podcast
American Dread
Episode: The Believers and Borderland (and a big announcement!)
Carrie Bergen
Attendee from Denver, Colorado with ghost stories about her late friend.
Episode: LIVE From The Haunted America Conference 2025
Jordan Schultz
Attendee from Jacksonville, Illinois who shares a life-long ghostly dream.
Episode: LIVE From The Haunted America Conference 2025

Hosts

Cody Beck
Co-host/producer and primary host on the network's hauntings and true crime narrative series; frequently handles historical research, storytelling, and post-episode discussion.
Troy Taylor
Host and narrator; leads main storytelling segments with strong archival research, often driving the episode's historical arc and post-episode discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Great storytelling on this podcast

    I love listening to the well researched stories shared on this podcast. Troy is a treasure. The back half with Cody is fun. It’s my favorite part of the podcast. If I was closer to Illinois, I’d love to attend one of your events.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dee Pha
    United Statesa month ago
  • American Dread ugh

    The narrator is so annoying and is hard to listen. What a bore.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SabrinaLea79
    United States2 months ago
  • More Focus

    I like the stories, especially the spooky ones, and while the discussion afterward can be interesting, you guys too often go off on a (long winded) tangent. You really need to be more focused, more professional.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Haveyoueverwondered
    United States3 months ago
  • Too Much Overtalking

    I can appreciate Troy’s storytelling at the start of the episodes but there’s no courtesy given to Cody during the conversations following the story. It’s very bothersome to hear Cody trying to interject his thoughts while Troy just completely overruns him and it leaves me feeling frustrated because I’m not able to focus on the information being shared. I’m glad I listened to the first season about Alton but I’ll be signing off from here to deter the annoyance from the over talking.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    StevieLayn
    United States3 months ago
  • Fix the audio

    Are you doing this on purpose? Cmon, how hard can it be?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Buzanoo
    United States4 months ago

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Engaging storytelling with strong research and credible delivery.
High-quality history and haunting lore, with a distinct narrative voice.
Banters and post-story discussions are appreciated, though some listeners want tighter moderation.

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LIVE From The 2026 Haunted America Conference
Q: What brings you to the conference this year?
The guest talks about attending for community and to share experiences, and mentions a podcast or social media presence.
LIVE From The 2026 Haunted America Conference
Q: Okay, can you start off by telling me your name and where you're from?
The guest explains their name and origin to set the scene for the anecdote they will share.
Live From Dead Of Winter 2025
Q: What happened to the real skeletons used in Poltergeist?
That is a good question. Well, I honestly don't know, but I will see if I can find out what happened to those skeletons afterward.
Live From Dead Of Winter 2025
Q: What is the most common explanation for curses surrounding movies?
A lot of times, it's our belief in those things that causes things to happen, as it creates a contagious effect among people who believe in the curse, making more coincidences seem significant.
The True Story Of The Winchester Mansion
Q: Did Sarah Winchester actually believe she was haunted?
She was believed to be influenced by the death of her family, and while stories suggest she consulted mediums, there's little evidence to support the legend of her being haunted or mad.

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Listeners are drawn to a richly researched blend of true crime, hauntings, and historical lore, often centered on American urban legends, Prohibition-era crime, and occult cinema. Episodes frequently intertwine meticulous archival detail with vivid storytelling and post-episode commentary, delivering a narrative arc that balances history, mystery, and culture. A standout is the duo's ability to fuse crime history with haunting folklore, producing a distinctive, deeply researched yet highly listenable experience that appeals to history buffs and fans of eerie storytelling alike.

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8. Carrie Bergen

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