Our thriving podcast scene has a show for everyone – even all you die-hard horror aficionados. To help get us all in the ghastly spirit of the season, we’re highlighting five locally-made podcasts that will fright + delight you — and all podcasts are available on your preferred streaming platforms.
Dark Corners
From writer + storyteller David Voyles, Dark Corners has three seasons under its belt. The first collects 13 separate spooky stories. The second, Witch-Works, has a complete storyline involving a creepy toy factory owned by a mysterious millionaire. The third, Wraiths of the Appalachian, focuses on the story of Eddie Bowen, a young, disillusioned man who embarks on a terrifying 10-day journey through Appalachia where he encounters a slew of supernatural creatures + characters.
Old Gods of Appalachia
This supernatural, fictional horror anthology podcast boasts 90 episodes and features standalone tales or short multi-episode series created by childhood friends Steve Shell of Asheville and Cam Collins of Bristol, TN. The podcast won Best Overall Podcast + Best Audio Drama or Fiction Podcast in the 2021 Discover Pods awards.
Palimpsest
Co-created by writer Jamieson Ridenhour and actress Hayley Heninger, this don’t-miss podcast features five seasons that each explore a self-contained story of horror, fantasy, and psychological realism. The fifth season, which began in October 2023, follows an American expat, Lenore, who is whisked off to France after marrying a mysterious man.
Need more atmospheric horror in your life? Don’t miss Palimpsest’s “Visitations” series chronicling the horrors of the Hawthorne House.
First in Fright
This seasonal podcast from Visit NC covers paranormal stories from across the state. Tales told include Grove Park Inn’s Pink Lady, the haunting of Lake Lure Inn, and the tracking of cryptid creatures like Bigfoot.
Ghosts in the Mountains
Asheville based hosts Austin Burgess and Caleb Hanks are sharing the supernatural scoop on local legends. Check out episodes on Helen’s Bridge, the Brown Mountain Lights, and the haunting of Barley’s Taproom.
