Dead Air Files
Dead Air Files is a paranormal, true crime, and lost-history podcast rooted in the Appalachian region. Hosted by Mac, alongside his investigative partner and cousin Smash, and lead researcher and wife Ang, the show uncovers strange, forgotten, and unexplained stories from the mountains and communities of Appalachia. Each episode pieces together investigations, witness accounts, and historical fragments to explore regional legends and reality. The series also reaches beyond Appalachia to compare folklore, myths, and mysterious accounts from around the world.
Episodes
Dead Air Files| Dispatch 57| Beast Of Bladenboro Mystery
For decades, a strange creature has haunted the stories of Bladenboro, North Carolina. Animals found dead under bizarre circumstances, eyewitnesses describing something they couldn’t quite explain, and a wave of fear that turned a small community upside down.But what was the Beast of Bladenboro?A hungry predator? A misunderstood animal? Or something far stranger lurking in the darkness?This week o
Dead Air Files| Ledger 56| The Secret In The Attic
Episode DescriptionA strange murder. A quiet Denver neighborhood. And a case with a truth that may be more frightening than any ghost story.Tonight, we’re digging into a disturbing true-crime case filled with strange circumstances, unanswered questions, and an ending that reminds us that sometimes reality can be far more unsettling than the paranormal. As we piece together what happened, we’ll exp
Dead Air Files| Investigates 55| Secrets of Newbern
EPISODE CORRECTION: We want to correct a few historical errors in this episode. The attorney buried in the cemetery was Benjamin Franklin Wysor, not Bigbie. The field near the battlefield is corn and soybeans, not cotton. And the grave at Cleburne Wayside is Captain Christopher Cleburne, younger brother of General Patrick Cleburne, who died in the rear-guard action and requested to be buried where
Dead Air Files| Listener Round-Up Vol. 9
Three ordinary people. Three moments that defied explanation.In Listener Roundup #9, a long-haul trucker encounters something impossible on a lonely stretch of highway, a peaceful hike through the woods turns into a terrifying experience that still can’t be explained, and a routine night in the city becomes a face-to-face encounter with something that shouldn’t exist.Were these coincidences… trick
Dead Air Files| Uprooted 53| The Strzyga: Poland’s Original Vampire
What if the vampire legend didn’t begin with Dracula?Long before Bram Stoker’s famous count stalked the night, villages across Poland whispered of a far older terror—the Strzyga. Born with a curse, marked by two souls, and believed to rise from the grave to feed on the living, this creature became one of the most feared monsters in Slavic folklore.In this episode of Dead Air Files, we journey into
Dead Air Files| Dispatch 52| The Snallygaster: Appalachia’s Winged Nightmare
Deep in the mountains of Maryland, long before modern cryptid hunters and viral monster stories, terrified witnesses reported encounters with a creature unlike anything they had ever seen. With massive wings, razor-sharp claws, and a terrifying scream that echoed through the valleys, the Snallygaster became one of Appalachia’s most enduring legends.In this Dispatch episode of Dead Air Files, Mac d
Dead Air Files| Ledger 51| Christopher Case: Cursed To Die
Season 3 begins with one of the most chilling cases we’ve ever coveredAfter a short break, we’re diving back into the strange, the unexplained, and the unsettling with a case that has puzzled paranormal researchers for decades. In 1991, a Seattle businessman became convinced he had been cursed after a chance encounter with a mysterious woman. What happened over the next seven days would leave behi
Dead Air Files| Investigates 50| Return To Haunted Tunnel of Poor House Road
It’s a journey through history, mystery, and the paranormal as Dead Air Files returns to the location that started it all — Virginia’s infamous Poor House Road Tunnel, often called one of the most haunted tunnels in the Commonwealth.Before heading into the darkness, we explore Oak Grove Cemetery, the final resting place of notable figures from Virginia’s past, searching for the stories and legends
Dead Air Files| Dispatch 49| The White Things of West Virginia: The Sheepsquatch Connection
What if two of Appalachia’s most mysterious cryptid legends are actually one and the same?For generations, witnesses across West Virginia have reported encounters with strange pale creatures seen along remote roads, deep forests, and isolated mountain communities. Often referred to as the “White Things,” these unexplained beings are described as towering white-haired figures with glowing eyes, imm
Dead Air Files| 48 Listener Round-Up Vol.8
Dead Air Files: Listener Round-Up 08 | Haunted Hospitals, Night Shift Terrors & A Celebrity UFO EncounterFrom the halls of one of Appalachia’s most infamous locations to a strange sighting in the skies, Listener Round-Up 08 brings together three chilling stories shared by our listeners.This episode explores eerie firsthand ghost stories connected to St. Albans Sanatorium while the facility was sti
Dead Air Files| Ledger 47| The Witch of Pungo Trial
Along the isolated backroads and marshlands of coastal Virginia, one legend has survived for generations—the tale of the Witch of Pungo. Described as a mysterious woman living on the edge of society, she was feared by some, respected by others, and blamed for strange happenings that locals struggled to explain.In this episode of Dead Air Files, we journey into the history and folklore surrounding
Dead Air Files| Uprooted. 46| The Black Shuck: England’s Demon Dog Legend
Something enormous with glowing eyes has haunted the roads and churches of East Anglia for over 400 years… and some witnesses claim the Black Shuck is still being seen today.In this episode of Dead Air Files: Uprooted, Mac and Ang investigate the terrifying legend of the Black Shuck — the infamous phantom black dog tied to death omens, disappearances, demonic folklore, and paranormal encounters ac
Dead Air Files| Crossroads 45 |Cryptid and True crime ft. Nightshade (Sunflower and Nightshade)
In this newest episode of Dead Air Files, Mac is joined by Nathan—aka Nightshade from Sunflower and Nightshade—for a wide-ranging conversation that drifts between true crime, cryptids, and the strange space where the two overlap. From unsettling real-world cases to the folklore that refuses to stay buried, the discussion moves through the shadows of both history and legend.Together, they dig into
Dead Air Files| Ledger 44|Under The Trestle; The Gina Hall Case
In 1980, Gina Renee Hall vanished after a night out in rural Virginia — a case that became the first in Virginia history to end in a murder conviction without a body ever being recovered.In this episode of Dead Air Files, we examine the investigation, the rumors, and the haunting questions still surrounding Gina Hall’s disappearance deep in Appalachia. True crime, lost history, and one of Virginia
Dead Air Files| 43 Listener Round-Up Vol. 7
Tonight on Dead Air Files Listener Round-Up, we dive into real stories that blur the line between fear and the unexplained. One listener shares how a fascination with the paranormal led them into one of the most haunted locations they’ve ever encountered — a place filled with oppressive energy and chilling experiences they still can’t explain.We also hear a deeply unsettling account from a wildlif
Dead Air Files| Investigate 42| Between Two Bridges, The legends of Radford Va
Exploring the shadowed heart of Appalachia, most people think they already know the hauntings of Radford, Virginia. One name always rises to the surface—St. Albans Sanatorium. Its reputation has traveled far beyond the region, becoming synonymous with fear, folklore, and the paranormal.But what if that’s only part of the story?In this episode of Dead Air Files, we step beyond the expected and unco
Dead Air Files| Ledger 41| Madness Or Murder? Who Killer Edgar Allen Poe
In this Ledgers episode of Dead Air Files, we examine one of the most enduring true crime mysteries in literary history—the unexplained death of Edgar Allan Poe.In 1849, Poe was found in a disoriented state under mysterious circumstances—only to die days later without ever fully explaining what happened to him. What followed was a trail of conflicting reports, missing details, and theories that co
Dead Air Files| Dispatch 40| The Strange Case Of Dover
The quiet town of Dover, Massachusetts became the backdrop for a brief but deeply unsettling mystery in April of 1977. Over just a few nights, something was seen… something no one could quite explain—and then it was gone.In this episode of Dead Air Files: Dispatch, we follow the trail of whispers surrounding the Dover Demon, a creature that left behind more questions than answers. Strange descript
Dead Air Files| Uprooted 39| The Sacred birds of Iran
In this episode of Uprooted, we soar into the mystical world of Iran’s most sacred birds: the elusive Huma and the legendary Simurgh. Revered in Persian mythology, the Huma is said to grant fortune and unseen blessings to those it touches, while the Simurgh—a giant, wise, and immortal bird—embodies divine knowledge and healing. We explore centuries-old myths, local traditions, and the enduring spi
Dead Air Files| 38 Listener Round-Up Vol 6
Some stories stick with you… others follow you.In this Listener Round-Up, we’re handing the mic over to the people who experienced it firsthand. Real encounters. Real fear. And moments that still don’t have answers.We hear from voices connected to the West Virginia Bigfoot Museum, where years of documented encounters and local knowledge paint a picture that’s hard to ignore. Then, Kaitlin of Sunfl
Dead Air Files| Crossroads 37| The Beliver Test
How much of a believer are you—really?In this Dead Air Files: Uprooted episode, we put belief to the test. From chilling paranormal encounters and legendary cryptids to extraterrestrial theories and unexplained phenomena, we break down the line between skepticism and belief.Are ghosts just stories… or something more?Is Bigfoot hiding in plain sight?And what about the growing number of alien encoun
Dead Air Files| Investigates 36| The Haunted Road To Brandy Gap Tunnel
We travel through West Virginia, starting at the Flatwoods Monster Museum and a local Bigfoot Museum, before heading down a haunted Appalachian road to Brandy Gap Tunnel #2 and a nearby cemetery.Something in the woods didn’t feel right… and we weren’t alone.Know more. Fear less.**please help us support the National Park Foundation in protecting our History**https://give.nationalparks.org/goto/Dead
Dead Air Files| Dispatch 35| The Kelly/ Hopkinsville Incident
Our latest investigation takes us deep into the mountains of Braxton County, West Virginia, where Appalachian folklore, cryptid legends, and forgotten railroad history collide.The journey begins in Flatwoods, West Virginia, home of the legendary Flatwoods Monster encounter of 1952. After exploring the history and artifacts inside the Flatwoods Monster Museum, we head further into the hills — stopp
Dead Air Files| Ledger 34| Unsolved Mystery of Jeanette DePalma and Devil’s Teeth
In this episode of Dead Air Files: Ledgers, we explore the tragic and mysterious death of Jeanette DePalma at the infamous Devil’s Teeth in New Jersey. Join us as we dive into the historical background, local legends, and the haunting details that have made this case a subject of intrigue for decades. From unexplained circumstances to whispered tales of the paranormal, we examine what makes Devil’
Dead Air Files| 33 Listener Round-Up Vol. 5
This week we skim over three wild listener accounts — a reported haunting at the Shanley Hotel in upstate New York, a strange late-night stop near a remote U.S. military base that didn’t feel quite right, and one of the more unusual reports we’ve received… a possible “fairy” encounter involving a sudden sting to the neckThree quick stories. Three very different settings. All unsettling in their ow
Dead Air Files| Uprooted 32| Germanys Greatest Murder Mystery
In the quiet farmland of Hinterkaifeck, just outside Munich, an entire family was slaughtered in 1922 — and to this day, no one knows who did it.Six people.One isolated Bavarian farm.Footprints in the snow leading to the house… but none leading away.In this episode of Dead Air Files: Ledgers, we dig into one of Europe’s most disturbing unsolved murders — the Hinterkaifeck murders. Weeks before the
Dead Air Files| Dispatch 31| The Dogman Sightings
Reports of a massive, upright canine creature have circulated for decades — from the forests of Michigan to the deep woods of Appalachia, and even echoes in European wolf-man folklore.In this cryptid-focused Dispatch, we examine modern Dogman encounters and the patterns that continue to surface: towering height, glowing or reflective eyes, unnatural speed, and an intelligence that suggests somethi
Dead Air Files| Investigates 30| The Preston Shadow — Ghosts and Secrets
Old roads don’t forget. And neither does the land beneath them.In this episode of Dead Air Files, we travel through historic Southwest Virginia to investigate a chilling network of locations tied together by war, trade, and unresolved violence: the Preston House, Seven Mile Ford, a colonial-era tavern, and the infamous Martha Washington Inn.What begins as a deep dive into early American and Revolu
Dead Air Files| 29 Listener Round-Up Vol. 4
Tonight’s Listener Roundup brings three encounters from our listeners.An alien encounter that defies explanation, a camping trip that turned terrifying after something began stalking the woods, and a spirit attachment that followed someone long after the encounter ended.Three stories. Three witnesses. And none of them walked away unchanged.Special Thanks to our Deadheads who sent in stories for th
Dead Air Files| Uprooted 28| The Fair Folk Of Ireland
Not Ghost. Not cryptids.. but something that lives beside us in another world.In this episode of DEAD AIR FILES, we cross the old roads or ireland an step into territhat was never ment for human feet. Long before leprechauns were softned into folklore, the FairFolk were feared- ancient beings tied to the land itself, capaof blessings or curses an the worst kind of quiet vengeance.Thisiisn'a taleof
Dead Air Files| Dispatch 27| Legend Of Spearfinger
A legend whispered through the mountains and valleys of Appalachia. A being as old as the place it lurks, shrouded in mystery. European settlers have experienced uneasiness since they first landed, and before that the native americans warned of this being..In the first Dispatch of the season will uncover the origin, folklore, and even an unsettling true story to go along with this haunting figure
Dead Air Files| Ledger 26| The Sodder Family Fire: An Unsolved American Mystery
In the dead of night on Christmas Eve, 1945, the Sodder family’s home in West Virginia went up in flames—but five children were never found. Was it a tragic accident, or something far more sinister? In this episode, we dive into the shocking details of the fire, the mysterious clues that baffled investigators, and the cryptic messages that haunt this unsolved American mystery.Join us as we explore
Ledgar. Ep. 25: The Lawsons; Blood On Christmas Morning
Listener discretion is advised.This episode contains discussion of real-life violence, including family homicide, suicide, and harm to children. These events are discussed in a factual, non-graphic manner, but may be distressing to some listeners.--------On Christmas morning in North Carolina, a family vanished behind closed doors—and the silence that followed echoed for generations. This True Cri
Dispatch. Ep. 24: The Lads Of Yule
❄️🎄 Happy Hanukkah to our Jewish listeners, and warm holiday wishes to everyone tuning in.This week on Dead Air Files, we’re diving headfirst into a festive fright pulled straight from the frozen folklore of Iceland. Join us as we unravel the chilling lore of the Yule Lads—thirteen strange figures from Icelandic tradition who roam the winter nights, sneaking into homes, stealing food, and leaving
Crossroads: DAF Holiday Special
The Yuletide season is upon us, and regardless of how you celebrate your holidays, we are here to entertain you with some fun, enlightening stories from around the world based on victorian tradion of holiday ghost stories. we got all the freight for your night. so come one, come all lets celebrate the holidays together in the static order ... an forget your worries an late packages an trade em in
Dispatch. Ep. 22: The Thing From Grafton
A silent shape in the fog. A towering, headless figure stalking the rail yards of Grafton. For decades, witnesses have sworn they encountered something impossible. Tonight, we unravel the legend of the Grafton Monster—its eerie history, unexplained sightings, and the theories that try to make sense of it. Step carefully… this one lurks closer than you think.For Coffee that Fuels DAF https://merlin
Thanksgiving Listener Round-Up. Vol 4
While most people gather around the table to share stories of gratitude, we’re carving out something a little different. This Thanksgiving, settle in with a warm drink—and maybe keep a light on—as we dive into a special Listener Round-Up filled with eerie encounters, chilling confessions, and unexplained moments sent in by you, our listeners.From haunted holiday memories to brushes with the supern
Crossroads: Ep 20 special. Appalachian Omens of Death
In this chilling episode, we venture deep into the folklore of Appalachia to explore the mysterious signs said to foretell death. From phantom knocks at the window to spectral black dogs, strange bird behavior, prophetic dreams, and the eerie “death crow,” Appalachia’s mountains hold centuries of superstition that blur the line between myth and warning.We dig into the history behind these omens, s
Ledger. Ep. 19: The Greenbrier Ghost Trial
In the quiet hollows of Greenbrier County, West Virginia, justice didn’t come from the living—it came from beyond the grave. When a young woman named Zona Heaster Shue was found dead in 1897, her death was written off as an accident. But her mother knew better. Weeks later, Zona’s spirit returned from the afterlife with a chilling message: she’d been murdered. This wasn’t just a ghost story—it bec
Dispatch. Ep. 18: Whispers Of The Wulver
High on the mist-soaked cliffs of Shetland, legends speak of a creature that walks upright but wears the face of a wolf. Some say it’s a beast. Others, a spirit in exile. But those who’ve seen it swear there’s something almost… human in its eyes.In this Dead Air Files: Dispatch, Mac takes us deep into the folklore of the Wulver — a story that blurs the line between monster and man, mercy and myth.
DAF Ep. 17: The Sisters in Black
Trigger Warning: contains talk of Murder and SuicideThis Episode Mac discusses a legend thats haunted his hometown all his life "The black sisters" Teachers or witches loving parent or murdeous monster. they are said to haunt the old school grounds to this day and we have one local ladys first hand account with them that will have you chilled to your bone. and finally we discuss where the final re
DAF Ep.16: Nightmare Weekend: Shadows In Richmond
This week, DAF crew trades haunted highways for convention hall chaos at Nightmare Weekend, where horror legends and true believers collide. Between meeting iconic horror celebs and sharing ghost stories on the floor, the Dead Air Files crew takes listeners on a detour through Hollywood Cemetery—one of Richmond’s oldest resting grounds, where whispers cling to the statues and the air itself feels
Dispatch. Ep. 15: Vampires Among Us
They walk between myth and morgue. In every culture, under every moon, there are whispers of the blood-drinker — the shadow that feeds on life itself. In this episode, we peel back centuries of superstition and fear to uncover the real legends behind the vampire. From the Strigoi of Romania — restless spirits said to claw their way out of graves — to the revenants of medieval Europe and the psychi
DAF Ep. 14: Spirits Of Stone And Silence ( Wytheville Rock & Flohr House)
Some stories cling to their foundations. In Wytheville, two homes have become tombs for the restless. The Rock House, carved from stone and silence, still hums with the weight of what it’s seen. The Flohr House, perched among the graves, breathes with the memory of those who never left. Together, they form a haunting duet—one echoing with whispers of loss, the other steeped in sorrow and secrets.
Crossroads: 13 for Thirteen ft. Angela
The thirteenth case file opens at the crossroads, where Mac, Ang, and Smash gather for a night of 13 everything. From kid-friendly Halloween staples to the spookiest comics and cult classics, we’re counting down the movies, shows, and stories that defined our haunted imaginations. It’s part list, part campfire séance, and all Dead Air.Thirteen picks. Three voices. One unforgettable thirteenth epis
Ep. 12: Listener Round-Up Vol. 3
In this exciting installment of Listener Round-Up we , 3 deadheads share terrifying true stories. we have a cryptid encounter to surprising events inside a home an a haunting that seems to follow. so hold your drink snug, pull up your blanket, and prepare your self for this listener Round-Up.if you have your own encounter email us at dead.air.files.pod@gmail.com click our linktr.ee for more DAFhtt
DAF Ep. 10: Tommyknockers by Midnight (Nuttallburg Ghost Mines)
Beneath the rusting bones of Nuttallburg, the dead still whisper — miners’ knocks echoing through the gorge, warnings from the Tommyknockers who once haunted the coal seams. But not every shadow belongs to a ghost. As we searched for spirits, footsteps followed too close, and the line between folklore and real danger blurred. In this case file, we face the unnerving truth: sometimes it isn’t the d
Crossroads: Appalachian Superstition. ft. Nathan (Sunflower And Nightshade)
Episode 9 – Shadows of Belief: Appalachian SuperstitionsIn this special crossover, Mac is joined by Nathan from Sunflower & Nightshade Podcast as they unravel the eerie world of Appalachian superstition. From hollow whispers about owls at midnight to age-old warnings of witch signs carved into doorframes, we dive deep into the folklore that has shaped mountain life for generations. Together, we sw
Dispatch. Ep. 08: Voices From The Deep
Something stirs in the black waters where sunlight never reaches. In this Dispatch, Mac dives into the chilling mystery of the deep sea — a realm where sonar picks up voices that shouldn’t exist, and strange creatures lurk just beyond the beam of the light. From unexplained recordings to oceanic legends, we explore what happens when the unknown rises from the depths and brushes against human disco
Ep. 07: Listener Round-Up Vol. 2
In this Listener Roundup, we open the case files you’ve sent in — stories that prove the paranormal reaches from the streets we drive to the dreams we can’t escape. Tonight, we’ll follow a phantom car that roars out of the dark before vanishing, hear of a Filipino Engkanto whose beauty hides danger, meet the ghostly secretaries still haunting their office, and step inside a dream that refuses to s
Dispatch. Ep. 06: Shadows In The Outback, The Yowie
Venturing deep into the untamed forests of Australia, this week we hunt for a creature whispered about for generations—the elusive Yowie. From hair-raising eyewitness accounts to unexplained footprints and chilling sounds echoing through the night, we piece together the evidence that has kept this cryptid legend alive. Hold your drink snug, pull up your blanket, and prepare yourself for Dead Air F
DAF Ep. 5: The Haunted Road Of Yellow Sulphur
Beneath the quiet façade of Yellow Sulphur Road lies a history steeped in tragedy, healing, and restless spirits. In this episode, Mac and Smash venture to the historic Yellow Sulphur Springs Hotel, a place where Civil War soldiers, freed African Americans, and the Cherokee people all left their mark — and perhaps never truly departed. From the winding backcountry road cloaked in mist to the shado
Dispatch. Ep. 04: Whispers Beneath The Fur
Something stalks the ridgelines. Eyes gleaming like coals. Screams that split the night. In this episode, Mac ventures deep into the tangled roots of Appalachian legend to uncover the truth behind the Wampus Cat.From Cherokee shapeshifter myths to eerie roadside encounters, we follow the clawprints through time—right up to chilling, present-day sightings. Is it a cursed spirit, a cryptid, or somet
Ep. 03: Listener Round-Up Vol 1
**Disclaimer** The First part of Podcast Audio is rough. Had technical difficulties, after first story, audio is ok. Episode 3 – Whispers You Sent UsThe stories in this episode didn’t come from dusty archives or abandoned tunnels—they came from you. In our first ever listener roundup, Mac and Smash dive into chilling true encounters submitted by our own Deadheads. From haunted heirlooms to unexpla
Dispatch. Ep. 02: Beast Of Gum Hill
Something’s been watching. And it’s not human.In this Dispatch episode, Mac returns to the dark hollers of Virginia to recount a chilling solo encounter deep in the woods near Gum Hill. A shredded tent. Unseen eyes in the night. And a towering beast that vanished without a trace. Was it a cryptid, a spirit, or something far older than folklore dares speak of?Grab your gear, press play, and descend
DAF Ep. 1 :Echoes In The Dark, Poor House Road Tunnel
Beneath a quiet stretch of Lexington, Virginia, lies a tunnel swallowed by shadow—and legend. Locals whisper of lost souls, unexplained screams, and the heavy silence that waits just beyond the bend. In our first official case file, Mac investigates the Poor House Road Tunnel—where the dead aren’t buried, they linger.Featuring firsthand accounts, historical backstory, and eerie sonic evidence, thi
Prelude Ep. 00: Static In The Dark
Our Prelude Episode before I’m joined by co-host Smash for our First episode, and I promise you won’t want to miss it. Make sure to like and follow and click the link below for more eerie awesomeness …Long before Dead Air Files began, a childhood encounter near an abandoned school in Christiansburg left Mac shaken—and haunted. In this prelude episode, we unravel the dark legend of the Black Sister
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