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Spooked

Spooked

By: KQED and Snap Studios
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 Spooked features true-life supernatural stories, told firsthand by people who can barely believe it happened themselves. Be afraid. Created in the dark of night, by the creators of Snap Judgment in partnership with KQED & PRX. It is hosted by Glynn Washington. Episodes drop every week on Friday! Spooked is available for free on ALL podcast platforms. Featuring brand NEW stories -- along with episodes previously available only by subscription. For Luminary subscribers, previously released episodes are still on Luminary.© Snap Judgment Art Entertainment & Performing Arts Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Run!

    Run!
    Jul 4 2025

    Catherine is headed to her first ever archaeological dig with her college. She’s as happy as can be, living out her dream of being a real-life Indiana Jones. But when she wakes up in the middle of the night and sees a ghostly figure standing over her, watching her sleep, she starts to wonder if her lifelong dream is actually a nightmare.

    Thank you, Catherine, for telling us your terrifying tale!

    Produced by Alyia Yates, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot.

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    26 mins
  • Miss Withers

    Miss Withers
    Jun 27 2025

    Twin brothers move to an abandoned schoolhouse in rural Oregon with their renegade dad. He’s wild and unpredictable, but that’s not going to stop Miss Withers from giving the boys an afterlife lesson.

    Thank you, Mike and Ron, for sharing your story with us!

    Produced by Zoë Ferrigno & Anne Ford. Original score by Lauryn Newson, artwork by Teo Ducot.
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    37 mins
  • "Past Life Detective" from Snap Judgment

    "Past Life Detective" from Snap Judgment
    Jun 24 2025

    Detective Bob Snow never could have imagined that the toughest case of his entire career, would be an investigation into his own past… life.

    This story comes to Spooked from our sister podcast, Snap Judgment. The Snap Judgment radio show and podcast mixes real stories with original music to produce cinematic, dramatic audio. It's storytelling… with a beat. You can listen to Snap Judgment on any podcast platform!

    Thanks Bob for sharing your story. Check out Bob Snow’s books.

    Produced by Liz Mak, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot.
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    19 mins

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Are you guys done making these podcasts? Please say no. I binged all of the episodes in one week and NEED more.
These are just too good to stop making...

Binged them all, need more.

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I've been an avid listener for around a year now and the amazing way that Mr Washington paints & weaves his own life stories to perfect line up with the story to follow is something that can't be taught. ya girl falls asleep to spooks, murder. it's 24/7. Spooked has been the only one to freak me the f out.

when I get ballsy enough, I'd be honored to share my experiences of growing up in a home full of negative spirits (to put it extremely lightly) that have all finally came to a head as I've had to move back home & into the heart of where it all lies- the basement. one who doesn't believe just haven't experienced things that us others have and I love knowing I'm not alone.

10/10 my favorite podcast.

the only podcast that leaves me, well, spooked.

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it is fantastic and has a great sound track too. Washington is terrific as a host

this podcast is great

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Spooked is definitely in my top 5 favorite podcasts of all time. I listen to alot of podcast. I love hearing creepy stories with a first person narrator, the person who actually experienced it. I’ve had some unsettling experiences concerning things I can’t explain so I love comparing and contrasting with others. Some stories aren’t as believable as others. Some I totally believe whole heartedly. Regardless, they’re all pretty good stories with great narration. Some people complain about Washington but I really like him. I think he’s a great voice actor and each episode he weaves in some anecdote that goes along with the topic of the stories. My favorite are the ones about his childhood. Whether they’re legit or made up idk. Doesn’t matter. Still great stories.

Top 5

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So good! Listened to the very end!! Stories had me on the edge of my seat..

ADDICTED!

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I'm knew to this podcast and I am hooked!! I will now have binge the rest of the episodes everyday at work! If I didn't have a 6yr old at home when I get off work I'd binge all nite to! I will be checking out the rest of their podcast too!!

I love love love the introductions!! The voice is sexy to!!

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Amazingly told stories. True or fictional, you will believe they are (because they are). I haven’t missed an episode.

You Will Question Reality

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Spooked, will have you spooked. Various human beings re counting their brush with the supernatural...Stay Tuned. .

Creepiest True Life Stories!

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After listening to hours of spooky stories on YouTube, I've come to realize that many of those stories are repeated across different channels. Not here tho. All of these are personal stories, told by the individual. Perfect for long car rides or cleaning.

Fantastic!

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Glynn Washington’s spooky narration and carefully selected stories combined with creepy sound effects, and his ability to command amazing performances from ordinary people, makes this an extraordinary experience. NOT another rambling podcast with a little bit of story and a lot of radio personality…far from it! This is, like the Scary Stories trilogy, packed with hard-hitting stores and nothing else (only without the cheesy narration). Hear about ghosts, premonitions, demons, glitches, and other paranormal phenomena, from the people who experienced it! These stories are for adults and older teens…I recommend previewing each story before sharing with younger kids. Some are about friendly ghosts or spirits of loving, departed family members. My family has listened to, enjoyed, and discussed many of these positive stories together. Others are about angry, destructive entities or murder, and quite disturbing. Depending on who I’m listening with and how strong I feel, I listen selectively. I have great family memories of sharing these stories with the lights out, candles lit, and a trembling Westie in my lap (the spooky sounds may get to your dog, too). Washington, with a great ear for quality, requests, “Not just ‘I saw a ghost’ stories. Everybody saw a ghost. We want to hear about a story that changed your life, and the way you see the world.” (Quote not exact, but contributors have definitely delivered). I hope Spooked adds more stories to the collection…I am always at the edge of my seat!

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