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True Scary Story

Scary Stories
Paranormal Activity
Ghosts
Paranormal Experiences
Sleep Paralysis
Paranormal Encounters
Supernatural
Ouija Board
Supernatural Encounters
Haunting
Supernatural Experiences
Ghost Stories
Paranormal
Death
Haunted Houses
Family
Hauntings
Childhood Trauma
Family Dynamics
Shadow Figures
San Antonio

True scary stories shared by those who experienced them. These are real-life horror stories about strange and unexplained paranormal encounters.

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Latest Episodes

This unsettling true story follows Chris, whose move to Los Angeles spiraled into years of confusion, hospital visits, harassment, and bizarre episodes of lost control after meeting roommates connected to a local tragedy. Is the explanation within in... more

In rural New Mexico, during a quiet walk beneath a full moon, both the storyteller and her husband witnessed something impossible: shadowy figures, an overwhelming sense of dread, and a pale creature unlike anything either had ever seen. Was it folkl... more

A late-night visit to the isolated Dode Church in Kent was supposed to be nothing more than a family adventure. Instead, it was the start of years filled with strange sightings, recurring dreams, unexplained noises, and eerie events witnessed by mult... more

From the age of seven, one listener began waking to strangers standing beside the bed, desperately trying to communicate. It all began at a small Kansas apartment, but they eventually ended up in an 1880 home filled with unexplained footsteps, terrif... more

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Recent Guests

Gavin Covarrubias
Guest sharing personal sleep paralysis experiences
True Scary Story
Episode: The Shadow That Flickered
Edwin Covarrubias
Storyteller for the True Scary Story podcast
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Episode: The Man Who Crawls Along the Floor: What I Saw on the Night Shift
Jim Harold
Host of Jim Harold's Campfire, sharing true ghost stories from real people
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Episode: I Curse You: A Family's Paranormal Nightmare (ft. Jim Harold)

Host

Edwin Covarrubias
Host who frames and delivers personal paranormal stories; primary storyteller; consistently facilitates audience participation.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 5.9k ratings
  • 👍 recommend 4.7 stars

    I love these stories but they use AI for the pictures so -0.3 stars

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    M💋E🐆R🎱Y🐚L
    United States11 days ago
  • The scariest thing about this podcast is the Israel ad.

    Get rid of the pro Israel advertising and I might listen again. Listen to Spooked by Snap Judgement instead.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Alexandra🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽
    United States22 days ago
  • Better Audio

    Every single person sounds like they’re telling their stories through a tin can

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    junglechemistry
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great stories!

    I love the podcast I listen to it on my way to work at 3:00am probably not the smartest move but it sets the mood. One issue is the background music it does get distracting and it takes away from the story a bit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Giiiooo25
    United Statesa month ago
  • This show scratches my itch

    I love spooky stories. I really can’t get enough. It’s eerie and strangely relaxing/comforting in a way that I can’t explain. Edwin, the host, is great. Thanks for the true spooky stories, Edwin!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Betsy & Ari
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners praise the authentic, first-person storytelling and low-key delivery.
Listeners often mention the community feel and the welcoming invitation for new submissions.
Fans appreciate the consistent hosts and crowd-sourced story submissions.
Audience quotes highlight the show's balance of frightening and believable experiences.
Feedback notes strong sound quality and clear narrative pacing are valued.

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Talking Points

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The Entity on the Hill: An Unexplained Encounter in New Mexico
Q: What did you actually see at the community garden?
The couple saw humanoid figures at the picnic tables, but when they called out for interaction, there was no response; a terrifying pale face with hollow eyes seemed to watch from the desert darkness, and a sharp, inexplicable sense of danger compelled them to flee.
The Shadow That Flickered
Q: What do you think is going on when the shadow figures mimic people you know?
The guest suggests it could be psychological projection or a manipulative entity using familiar forms to trigger fear and vulnerability, while acknowledging uncertainty and inviting discussion.
The Figure in the Wall: Utah's Most Disturbing Family Memories
Q: What does the repeated, multi-member experience imply about the event's reality or its collective belief?
It suggests that a shared narrative could amplify perception and make the phenomenon seem more concrete, though some listeners wonder if it's mass psychology or genuine haunting; the discussion invites listeners to weigh subjective experience against external evidence.
The Figure in the Wall: Utah's Most Disturbing Family Memories
Q: Can asking for a spirit to show up, make it show up?
The host and Mariah discuss the possibility that intentional invocation might influence perception, while acknowledging how shared stories can shape belief and what people report experiencing.
On Those Nights, Something Was Watching: Red Eyes & Shadows
Q: Did you tell your parents? Or did you keep it to yourself because they wouldn't believe you?
Both narrators reflected on their parents' beliefs in ghosts and how it affected their willingness to share their experiences.

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Frequently Asked Questions About True Scary Story

What is True Scary Story about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show curates true, first-person paranormal experiences shared by everyday people, often told in a plain, conversational style. Episodes center on personal hauntings, sleep paralysis, grief, and encounters with shadow figures, specters, or mysterious presences, with hosts guiding the storytelling and inviting listener submissions. A notable pattern is the emphasis on credibility and relatability—stories are presented in the storyteller's own words, sometimes with cultural or regional context—and the show frequently explores how beliefs, skepticism, and community memory shape fear. High-quality storytelling, consistent guest contributions, and a strong call for audience participation help keep the format intimate and community-driven, ap... more

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