
(Formerly the Darkness Prevails Podcast) Host Darkness Prevails brings you Unexplained Encounters, a podcast where everyday folk share their most terrifying and unexplained experiences. From mysterious creatures seen in national forests to supernatural events disrupting peoples' lives, prepare to explore the unexplained. These stories might sound bizarre, but it's up to you to decide which to beli... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 603 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureTrue Crime | |||

A family in Missouri is stalked by a strange, jet-black creature that comes during a record snowfall and practically strands them in their home.
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There's a deer the lurks the woods that is not like the others. If you see it, your next action MUST be the right one, or you might never see the light of day again.
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In Georgia, there's a mounted dog. And if you don't take care of it, don't keep a door unlocked, then you will find terror on your doorstep or already inside.
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This and Tales from the breakroom are my go-to for the relaxing and creepy nighttime podcasts! I adore the voice of the narrator and the fact there isn’t any talk ”in between” the stories. Just served up straight with creepiness!
Incredibly binge worthy content! I listen to multiple podcasts from you and I’m amazed by the time, effort, and passion that goes into each one. I absolutely love the stories they feel real, relatable, and so engaging. The narration is incredible, and you truly have the perfect voice for this kind of content! Keep up the amazing work!
It’s really good ,just wish he would make more long 1-2 hour stories.
Love this podcast it’s my number one go to on long car rides.
I love your shows but I liked it when you did one long story. Don’t get me wrong I like the short stories to that are fun but I just prefer the one long story. And if you like this podcast go to his other channels “Alone in the woods” and “ Tales from the brake room “ they are just as awesome 🤩👽👍❤️
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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.
YouTube | #148 | |
Spotify | #25 | |
Apple Podcasts | #90 | |
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Apple Podcasts | #239 | |
Apple Podcasts | #173 |
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A collection of listener-submitted, first-person stories exploring the unexplained, from cryptids and supernatural occurrences to eerie local legends. Episodes pair long-form narratives with occasional sponsor reads and network plugs, often weaving personal memories with folklore to build a centered sense of place and fear. The show tends to favor atmospheric storytelling and community submissions, offering a mix of cozy, spine-tingling vibes and occasional cautionary warnings about what might be out there. A notable strength is its consistent host-guided framing that anchors diverse accounts while promoting a wider horror ecosystem.
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These podcasts share a similar audience with Unexplained Encounters:
1. Alone in the Woods
2. Tales from the Break Room
3. Destination Terror
4. The Dark Swamp: Horror Stories
5. Just Creepy: Scary Stories
Unexplained Encounters launched 10 years ago and published 603 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Unexplained Encounters include:
1. Noble Farnsworth
2. Kill M. Artist
3. Maggie Sevey
4. Harlan Durfee
5. Jamil Zaki
6. Peter Wehner
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