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Guide to the Unknown

Bloody FM
Twin Peaks
Urban Legends
Tim Burton
Laura Palmer
Halloween
David Lynch
Ghost Adventures
Paranormal Activity
Bob
Horror Movies
Celebrity Ghost Stories
Ghosts
David the Gnome
Grimm's Fairy Tales
The Conjuring Universe
Scream
Stephen King
Salem Witch Trials
Annabelle
Mark Frost

Creepy pop culture! The paranormal! Horror movies! Every week, siblings Kristen and Will have light-hearted convos about dark stuff. Listen for urban legends, haunted places, and stupid humor from two millennials who've seen Scream one thousand times and love ghost stories (even though they're not always sure an actual ghost is involved). It's audio comfort food for fellow horror nerds and curious... more

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Most writers bring their characters to life. He brings his to death!

We have an unreasonable love of Cabin by the Lake, about a killer who tends to his underwater "garden of flesh."

It's so bad. And so good.

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Beware these urban legends!

The Monkey Man of Delhi! Edward Mordrake! The Mowing Devil! The Murder Hornets!

Beware more!

The Nale Ba! The Nightmarchers! The Niles Canyon Ghost! Nure-Onna!

We didn't heed the warning. We are cursed!

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Gather your family around the wireless, it's time for Radioland Murders!

Before he made Star Wars, George Lucas dreamt up a murder mystery set at an old radio station!

And it's awful! But also, it's absolutely perfect!

*HEY* We posted an extra vid... more

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Shouldn't corporate mascots be kind and cute?

SO MANY of them are literal monsters! Like the Gobbledok from Australia, or the SLU mascot THE BILLIKEN (a literal GOD).

Hey, also: WHY do they keep MANGLING them!?

Jack in the Box, and a certain elder... more

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Recent Guests

Mykelti Williamson
Actor known for his role as Bubba in *Forrest Gump*.
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Episode: 425: Celebrities Who Got HAUNTED
Dee Snider
Lead singer of the band Twisted Sister.
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Charisma Carpenter
Actress known for her roles in *Buffy the Vampire Slayer* and *Angel*.
Episode: 425: Celebrities Who Got HAUNTED
Rob Lowe
Actor and host of 'The Lowe Files'
The Lowe Files
Episode: 394: Rob Lowe Pukes & Yells (THE LOWE FILES FILES)
Derrick Acosta
Co-founder of Mega64 and horror fan
Mega64
Episode: EXTRA: Close Encounters w/ Derrick from MEGA64!
Liz Sower
Author of Claire and Lilith, podcaster of Ghosts in the Burbs
Ghosts in the Burbs
Episode: GTTU Bonus Ep: Ghost Adventures Enchanted Forest with Liz Sower
Nia Long
Actress known for her roles in films such as Boiler Room and Big Mama's House.
Actress
Episode: 331: Phantom Clouds and Lost Rings (CELEBRITY GHOST STORIES)
Fairuza Balk
Actress known for her role in The Craft and Return to Oz.
Actress
Episode: 331: Phantom Clouds and Lost Rings (CELEBRITY GHOST STORIES)
Willie Garson
Actor known for his role in Sex and the City.
Actor
Episode: 331: Phantom Clouds and Lost Rings (CELEBRITY GHOST STORIES)

Hosts

Kristen
Host of Guide to the Unknown
William
Co-host of Guide to the Unknown

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Favourite show

    I discovered this show while looking for very specific topics and have now been listening for 3 or 4 years. I love the dynamic between Kristen and Will and their humour is simply the best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marianne_G11
    Canada2 months ago
  • Worth subscribing to this one!

    I absolutely love this show, I’m pretty sure I’ve listened to all of the eps and am working my way back through them- interesting topics and hosts with a fantastic sense of humor- a wonderful escape from the daily grind. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HGg3838
    Australia2 months ago
  • Far left woke

    Used to love this but there far left narcissist woke views are really starting to grate on my nerves.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    chaz mummy
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Love the buzz from these two.

    Kristen and Will have incredible podcast/radio voices, and they really had me hooked after searching for entertaining Blair Witch 2: Book of Shadows and Friday the 13th content. Episode #395 is a diamond. The fact that these siblings have such a profound (and entertaining) appreciation for such introspections, just makes my eyes widen and mouth drop open with each episode I flip through and open. So many pods exist, and so many fail to deliver (but reach some, so good for them), but this is a gi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VictorLictorNoNo
    United States3 months ago
  • 🤩

    These are the nerdy siblings I should be related to!! It’s a great listen when you want something that has just enough creep factor but isn’t scary. (Although to be honest I’d listen to them talk about most anything.) It is the best when they manage to make each other laugh so hard that you hear only a slight wheeze! I also think it’s great that they keep it clean enough that really any one can listen. Will and Kristen I want to be buds!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tttttttttttpppppppppp123
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Longtime fans highlight the show's ability to blend education with humor and make spooky topics approachable.
Listeners praise the warmth and banter between Kristen and Will, describing it as comforting and engaging.
Fans credit the show for reliable weekly consistency and diverse topics within folklore and horror.
Some feedback notes political opinions surface occasionally and can be off-putting to some listeners.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#241
United States/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#15
Ukraine/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#156
Denmark/TV & Film

Talking Points

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431: Melonheads & More Urban Legends
Q: So what are we talking about today?
The episode dives into the stories of Melon Heads and Mae Nak as part of their exploration of urban legends.
431: Melonheads & More Urban Legends
Q: So how did you find your legends this time?
William claims to have explored them as a globe traveler, teasing that he looks tanned and well-traveled.
363: Scary Movie 5 (SCARMUTO ENDS!)
Q: What are your rankings for the scary movie franchise?
Scary Movie 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
363: Scary Movie 5 (SCARMUTO ENDS!)
Q: Do you recommend Scary Movie 5?
No, I do not. I anti-recommend it. I recommend that you stay as far away from this movie as you can.
325: Legends, Lattes, & Listener Questions
Q: How would you save the Scream franchise?
They elaborate on the need to pay actors like Neve Campbell, especially since they were previously disrespected, as well as potentially rebooting with new characters while satisfying existing fans.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Guide to the Unknown

What is Guide to the Unknown about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A warm, cozy deep-dive into spooky pop culture, folklore, and urban legends, delivered by a sibling duo whose banter keeps the material light even when topics skew eerie. Episodes mix thoughtful folklore analysis, horror movie discourses, and cultural curiosity with playful humor, fan shout-outs, and sponsor reads, creating a reliable weekly comfort listen for fans of mysterious and uncanny stories. Notably, the show sustains a welcoming vibe, blends education with entertainment, and maintains a steady cadence across a broad slate of topics, from hauntings to internet folklore to cult classics, making it appealing for those who want accessible, nerdy fun without grit-heavy gore. The dynamic between Kristen and William (Will) is a standout, ... more

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7. Nia Long
8. Fairuza Balk

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