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Unspookable is an award winning, family-friendly look at the histories and mysteries behind your favorite scary stories, myths and urban legends. Each week host Elise Parisian digs into the history, brain science, and power dynamics behind such topics as Bloody Mary, Charlie Charlie, and Ouija Boards to find the stories behind the scares. (Recommended for ages 8+) Unspookable is an official "Commo... more

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If you’re listening to Unspookable, chances are you like a good mystery. A mystery like, say, over 100 people vanishing without a trace? We’re going to cover a mystery that’s centuries old and ask whether a mystery so long past is even solveable as w... more

We're sure you've heard of Stonehenge, an ancient stone monument that has mystified people for centuries, but what is it? Was it a temple, a portal, or maybe an alien landing pad? Who built it and why? And even more importantly: why can’t we stop ask... more

If you've been following the Kooky Spooky Countdown, it has all been leading up to this: Elise Parisian, the host of Unspookable, sits down with Adam Gidwitz, the creator and host of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest and New York Times best-selling author, to... more

Sometimes strange glowing orbs appear around Brown Mountain in North Carolina. Locals call them the Brown Mountain Lights, and no one really knows what they are. Some say they’re spirits or ghosts, some aliens, and others think they’re a quirk of nat... more

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Adam Gidwitz
Creator and host of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, and New York Times bestselling author
Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest
Episode: Kooky Spooky Countdown: Elise Parisian (Unspookable) interviews Adam Gidwitz (Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest)
Nate DuFort
Friend of Mick Sullivan and co-host of Unspookable
Unspookable
Episode: The Past and The Curious Halloween Special: Twain's Ouija Novel (w Nate DuFort from Unspookable)
Daniel Rosenfeld
Composer and sound designer known as C418
Episode: Introducing: Twenty Thousand Hertz - Minecraft
Christopher Allen Brewer
Native American Paranormal Advisor from the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation
Episode: Episode 71: Skinwalkers & Cultural Appropriation with Christopher Allen Brewer
David Kreizman
CCO of Gen-Z Media and co-creator and writer of their hit show, The Hollow
Gen-Z Media
Episode: Episode 68: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow with David Kreizman of Gen-Z Media
Ira Marcks
Award-winning cartoonist and author of Shark Summer
Cartoonist and author
Episode: Episode 63: JAWS with Ira Marcks
Theresa Matsuura
Author of The Book of Japanese Folklore and host of Uncanny Japan
Uncanny Japan
Episode: Episode 59: Yokai and Japanese Folklore with Thersa Matsuura
Melissa Sarnowski
Gaming writer for ScreenRant and GameSkinny, specializing in horror games
ScreenRant and GameSkinny
Episode: Episode 57: Poppy Playtime and Horror Video Games
Pacific S. Obadiah
Podcast producer and SCP expert
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Episode: Episode 55: The SCP Foundation with Pacific S. Obadiah

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Elise Parisian
Host of Unspookable, who investigates the histories and mysteries behind popular scary stories, myths, and urban legends. Elise aims to provide an educational yet entertaining perspective that is both engaging for children and thought-provoking for families.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • Best. Podcast. Ever!!!

    I can’t stop listening to this! Believe it or not but this insanely helps me sleep. ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

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    ✨Bill Cipher✨
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  • 😞

    👎Ok

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    Chinaa month ago
  • Scary!!!

    AAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!

    SCARED!!!

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    Chinaa month ago
  • 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

    Plz do a episode about titens they are like humans but bigger and eat people like us they eat about anything that have flesh

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    Kitty lover❤️❤️🐈🐈
    United Statesa month ago
  • .🦇 🎃 💀 👻 B E S T P O D C A S T E V E R!! 🦇 🎃 💀 👻.

    🦇🎃💀👻I absolutely LOVE your podcast, it is a fantastic way to get out some chills and wonders, thank you so so so so so so so infinity times “so” much!!! Please do episodes on: aliens, rainbow friends, super villains, rats and mice, yetis, monster hunters, mummies, goblins and gremlins, bats, evil spirits, godzilla, the zombie apocalypse, the smiling and/or nightmare critters (from poppy playtime), black cats, the white enderman (a scary myth from Minecraft), m3gen, (FNAF) security breach, or... more

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    United Statesa month ago

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Overall, feedback is positive regarding the quality of storytelling and the depth of research.
Many find the episodes engaging and suitable for family discussions.
Some have requested a broader range of spooky topics to explore.
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Kooky Spooky Countdown: Elise Parisian (Unspookable) interviews Adam Gidwitz (Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest)
Q: Can scary stories teach us something important about life or are they just for fun?
He suggests that scary stories can help process difficult themes and situations, as they reveal how characters deal with unfairness and fear, often resonating with real-life issues faced by children.
Kooky Spooky Countdown: Elise Parisian (Unspookable) interviews Adam Gidwitz (Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest)
Q: Why do you think that people seek out scary stories?
Gidwitz believes that scary stories provide a method for practicing the challenges of life, offering a narrative where a protagonist faces difficulties and overcomes them, thereby helping kids cope with their fears.
Kooky Spooky Countdown: Elise Parisian (Unspookable) interviews Adam Gidwitz (Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest)
Q: What kind of kid were you? The type who loved scary stories or the one who slept with a nightlight?
Adam Gidwitz admitted he did not love scary stories as a kid and preferred reading mysteries and adventure stories, noting he loves to scare others but not to be scared himself.
Episode 71: Skinwalkers & Cultural Appropriation with Christopher Allen Brewer
Q: Could you point us to any ethical indigenous horror or scary stories?
A really neat book is 'Living Ghosts and Mischievous Monsters' by Dan SaSuWeh Jones.
Episode 71: Skinwalkers & Cultural Appropriation with Christopher Allen Brewer
Q: How did you come to know about skinwalkers?
My uncle told me about them because part of Colorado has Navajo land, and he wanted to ensure I could protect my spirit.

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What is Unspookable about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show explores the rich narratives and cultural significance behind popular scary stories, myths, and urban legends, providing a family-friendly dive into frightful tales. Each episode features host Elise Parisian as she investigates various spooky subjects that resonate with both children and parents, blending history, brain science, and societal themes. Topics range from haunting figures like Bloody Mary to the more playful mysteries surrounding Ouija Boards, creating an educational experience that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. Notably, this show has been recognized as a top choice for kids, making it not only informative but also a source of family-friendly fun.

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1. Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest
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3. The Ten News, News For Curious Kids
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1. Adam Gidwitz
2. Nate DuFort
3. Daniel Rosenfeld
4. Christopher Allen Brewer
5. David Kreizman
6. Ira Marcks
7. Theresa Matsuura
8. Melissa Sarnowski

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