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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
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  • Peek-a-boo

    Peek-a-boo
    Jun 13 2025

    Gerald carved his name in concrete behind the house. And now, he keeps trying to say hi to the new family that moved into the house. The problem? Gerald’s dead.

    Thank you, Susan, Ben, Cristina, and Stephanie for sharing your story with Spooked.

    Produced by Zoe Ferrigno & Chris Hambrick, with assistance from Greta Weber. Original score by Renzo Gorrio. Artwork by Teo Ducot.
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    37 mins
  • Hiding Spot

    Hiding Spot
    Jun 6 2025

    Growing up in Mumbai, Rashi knew money didn't grow on trees. But when times got really tough and the family was on the brink, their house began to reveal its secrets.

    Thank you Rashi for sharing your story with Spooked! Rashi is a radio DJ on BIG FM India. You can also follow her on Instagram: @rjrashiofficial @biglive @bigfm.jharkhand

    Produced by Erick Yáñez. Original score by Lauryn Newson. Scouted by Aditya Mattoo. Art by Teo Ducot.

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    34 mins
  • Disembodied Busybodies

    Disembodied Busybodies
    May 30 2025

    Pushy roommates are the worst. Katherine’s are stubborn and demanding… but they’re also dead and disembodied. And she doesn’t know how to get rid of them.

    Thank you, Katherine, for sharing your story with us! If you like cooking as much as supernatural storytelling, check out Katherine’s amazing project, No Cookbook Left Behind.

    Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Doug Stuart, artwork by Teo Ducot.
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    30 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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