Espooky Tales

Cristina & MJ

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Latin American folklore, myths, legends, haunted places and espooky cuentos del rancho. Hear the stories you grew up with like La Llorona, as well as true stories from listeners and guests. Join friends, Cristina & MJ, every Friday as they share these tales and have a few laughs. Stay espooky!

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178 episodes

Legends From Haiti and the Dominican Republic

On this episode of Espooky Tales, Cristina, Carmen and MJ share different legends from Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Including El Baca, the Loogaroo and La Rubia de las Americas. First, Something Scary podcast shared an espooky story for us and then Carmen reads a story from a listener.  Check out Something Scary on your podcast app https://pod.link/1438162222 or on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVTKO1D_G19UlK03ezaADag Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 https://pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Sb3AHZfU6J Find us on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join the Espooky Tales Book Club for Busy People: https://substack.com/@espooky?utm_source=profile-page Find the book club list on bookshop https://bookshop.org/lists/espooky-book-club-list Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Get your True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival tickets: https://truecrimepodcastfestival.com/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668

1h 6m
Mar 29, 2024
The Case of Miriam Rodriguez

Miriam Rodriguez was born and raised in San Fernando, Tamaulipas. Miriam's youngest daughter, Karen, was taken by the cartel and even though the Rodriguez family payed the ransom money, the cartel did not return Karen. Miriam then took it upon herself to find those responsible for her daughter's disappearance. On this episode, Cristina tells Carmen about the case of Miriam Rodriguez and at the end, they read a listener story.  Every March, Espooky Tales covers true crime cases involving women thaat remain unsolved, cases that have been covered in the past include the case of Marisela Escobedo Ortiz https://www.espookytales.com/the-case-of-marisela-escobedo-ortiz/ and Esmeralda Castillo Rincon https://www.espookytales.com/missing-esmeralda-castillo-rincon-and-the-witches-of-camino-real-cuidad-juarez/. These cases are always heavy and difficult to cover. Listen with care or feel free to skip this one. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 https://pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Sb3AHZfU6J Find us on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join the Espooky Tales Book Club for Busy People: https://substack.com/@espooky?utm_source=profile-page Find the book club list on bookshop https://bookshop.org/lists/espooky-book-club-list Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Get your True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival tickets: https://truecrimepodcastfestival.com/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668

52m
Mar 22, 2024
The Case of Erica Alonso

Erica Alonso was last seen February 2015. A few months later, she was found dead off of the Ortega highway. Her death was ruled an overdose, but her family continues to seek justice. change.org petitition for Erica Alonso's case: https://www.change.org/p/justice-for-erica-alonso Facebook page for Erica Alonso: https://www.facebook.com/WeLoveEricaAlonso Every March, Espooky Tales covers true crime cases involving women thaat remain unsolved, cases that have been covered in the past include the case of Marisela Escobedo Ortiz https://www.espookytales.com/the-case-of-marisela-escobedo-ortiz/ and Esmeralda Castillo Rincon https://www.espookytales.com/missing-esmeralda-castillo-rincon-and-the-witches-of-camino-real-cuidad-juarez/. These cases are always heavy and difficult to cover. Listen with care or feel free to skip this one. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 https://pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Sb3AHZfU6J Find us on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join the Espooky Tales Book Club for Busy People: https://substack.com/@espooky?utm_source=profile-page Find the book club list on bookshop https://bookshop.org/lists/espooky-book-club-list Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Get your True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival tickets: https://truecrimepodcastfestival.com/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668

54m
Mar 15, 2024
The Hand and the Creepy House with Scary Mystery Surprise

Edwin and Michelle of Scary Mystery Surprise join Espooky Tales today to tell their paranormal experiences, which are espooky! Tales of haunting hands, creepy houses, shadow people and paranormal experiences while recording podcasts. First, they read a listener story. Don't forget to check out Cristina over on Scary Mystery Surprise https://scarymysterysurprise.com/ and check out all the other amazing and scary shows on the Scary FM network. Just search Scary FM https://scary.fm/in your podcast app. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 https://pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Sb3AHZfU6J Find us on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join the Espooky Tales Book Club for Busy People: https://substack.com/@espooky?utm_source=profile-page Find the book club list on bookshop https://bookshop.org/lists/espooky-book-club-list Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Get your True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival tickets: https://truecrimepodcastfestival.com/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668

1h 5m
Mar 08, 2024
Legends From Michoacán, Mexico

On this episode, Cristina tells Carmen different legends from the Mexican state of Michoacan. First, they listen to a longer listener story. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 https://pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Sb3AHZfU6J Find us on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join the Espooky Tales Book Club for Busy People: https://substack.com/@espooky?utm_source=profile-page Find the book club list on bookshop https://bookshop.org/lists/espooky-book-club-list Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Get your True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival tickets: https://truecrimepodcastfestival.com/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668

41m
Mar 01, 2024
Haunted Places in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

Guadalajara, Jalisco is known for many things, including it's historic landmarks, which are super haunted. On today's episode, Cristina tells Carmen about different haunted places in Guadalajara. Including Hospicio Cabanas, El Palacio de las Vacas and the Clover lawn house. First, they read a listener story and end with spooky recommendations, but there's also a tangent about cakes. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 https://pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Sb3AHZfU6J Find us on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join the Espooky Tales Book Club for Busy People: https://substack.com/@espooky?utm_source=profile-page Find the book club list on bookshop https://bookshop.org/lists/espooky-book-club-list Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668

51m
Feb 23, 2024
Mexican True Crime Cases That Inspired Horror Movies

Did you know the terryfing character, Hannibal Lecter, was based on a real person? Alfredo Balli Treviño was born in Tamaulipas in 1931. He's suspected to have killed and dismembered 20 hitchhikers in Mexico but was convicted for the murder of his boyfriend. On today's episode, Cristina tells Carmen about the real life case that inspired the movie Borderlands (2007) and the Mexican killer that inspired Hannibal Lecter. Carmen reads a story abut Nahuales from La Mano Peluda. First, they read a listener story and end with spooky recommendations. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 https://pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Sb3AHZfU6J Find us on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join the Espooky Tales Book Club for Busy People: https://substack.com/@espooky?utm_source=profile-page Find the book club list on bookshop https://bookshop.org/lists/espooky-book-club-list Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668

46m
Feb 16, 2024
Haunted Puppets and the Case of Pedro Pablo Nakada: the Apostle of Death

On this episode, Carmen talks about Capi's haunted puppets. A story from Guanajuato, Mexico. Cristina tells Carmen about a horrible true crime case from Peru, known as the apostle of death. First, they read a listener story. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 https://pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Sb3AHZfU6J Find us on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join the Espooky Tales Book Club for Busy People: https://substack.com/@espooky?utm_source=profile-page Find the book club list on bookshop https://bookshop.org/lists/espooky-book-club-list Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668

41m
Feb 09, 2024
The Vampire of Monteros, Argentina and the Lady in White of La Pampa, Argentina

Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 https://pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Find us on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join the Espooky Tales Book Club for Busy People: https://substack.com/@espooky?utm_source=profile-page Find the book club list on bookshop https://bookshop.org/lists/espooky-book-club-list Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668

45m
Feb 02, 2024
The Exorcism of Almansa

On September 18, 1990, the quiet town of Almansa in Spain, expirienced one of the worst crimes it has ever seen. 11 year old Rosa Fernandez Gonzalvez was subjected to a gruesome exorcism, at the hands of her mother. TW: This case is brutal, involves the death of a child and abuse. On today's episode, Cristina tells Carmen about the exorcism of Almansa, also known as the exorcism of Rosa Fernandez Gonzalvez. First, they listen to a story from a listener! Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Find us on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@espookytales Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668

45m
Jan 26, 2024
The Superior Alignment Cult in Altamira, Brazil

From 1989 to 1993, at least 14 boys went missing in Altamira, Brazil. The boys that were found were horribly abused. The crimes were believed to be committed for the purpose of satanic rituals and black magic, promoted by the Superior Universal Alignment Cult. On today's episode, Cristina tells guest cohost Carmen about the terrible crimes allegedly commited by the superior alignment cult in Altamira, Brazil. First, they listen to a story from a listener! Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 https://pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Find us on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@espookytales Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668

48m
Jan 19, 2024
A Haunted Stadium and Murder in Lolol, Chile

Chile's main soccer stadium in Santiago holds a very dark past that is probably the reason for the haunting tales surrounding it today. On today's episode, guest cohost Carmen talks about Chile's haunted stadium and Cristina talks about a tragic murder that took shook the small town of Lolol, Chile. First, they listen to a story from a listener! Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 https://pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Find us on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@espookytales Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668

47m
Jan 12, 2024
Haunted Metro and the Cannibal Poet of Mexico City

After the 1980s Mexico Citry earthquake, stories about train 500-501 began surfacing. People were smelling strange inexplicable odors, seeing ghosts and that specific train had the most sightings. On today's episode, Cristina is joined by guest cohost Carmen. They talk about the haunted metro train and a true crime case from Mexico city. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 https://pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Find us on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@espookytales Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668

51m
Jan 05, 2024
Espooky Friend Feature: It's Haunted What Now

Espooky Tales is on a holiday break, in the meantime, here is an episode from friend of the podcast, It's Haunted What Now with Lanie Hobbs! Typically, when unexplained phenomena occur to us, our first thought is to be afraid, whether due to sensational films or a natural survival reaction. We have a choice to make: either continue existing with the paranormal or do something about it. Today’s episode contains stories about tellers who question if the entity is good or evil and what should be done with it. Okay, ready to get spooked? Thank you to the following for sharing your stories: theirego aqualocko Ricky Mann glitter-moss the_scarry_lobster STARZARE_PR3TTY DEEJAY_707 Content Warnings: hauntings, unreality EVENTS: The True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival will be held on July 12-14, 2024, in Denver, Colorado. Join other ethical true crime podcasters, victim advocates, and paranormal creators for a weekend full of panels, round tables, and live shows. Head to www.truecrimepodcastfestival.com/tickets http://www.truecrimepodcastfestival.com/tickets to purchase your early bird tickets. Well, that does it for this episode. If you’d like to submit your own personal spooky tale to be read on the show, head to HauntedPod.com and click on the link to submit your story. You can also e-mail me at Hauntedpod@gmail.com https://gmail.com Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a positive review on apple podcasts or your podcast player of choice, it really does help us out. You can find us on Twitter @podcast_haunted, Instagram: @Itshauntedwhatnow, or at hauntedpod.com http://hauntedpod.com/ Production assistance by Jesse Hawke Writing assistance by Sherilyn Reyes The official composer & audio engineer for the show is Nico at We Talk of Dreams; check him out on Twitter @wetalkofdreams or wetalkofdreams.com http://wetalkofdreams.com/ Until next time…did you hear that?

30m
Dec 29, 2023
Espooky Friend Feature: Susto Podcast- the Tlahuelpuchi

Hi Espookies! Espooky Tales is taking a short break, but in their absence, found some espooky friends to tell some scary stories. On today's epsiode, Susto podcast is telling the tale of the Tlahuelpuchi. This is the skin of a killer, Bella! Ayden recounts the horrifying epidemic of infant deaths in a rural Mexican town. Were they all accidents? Or was there a malevolent vampire witch wreaking havoc? Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com https://gmail.com, send a DM on social media. or visit SustoPodcast.com http://sustopodcast.com/ to be shared on the show! Become a Patron here https://www.patreon.com/sustopodcast!" Espooky Tales will be back in the new year! Stay Espooky!

31m
Dec 23, 2023
Trevi Andrade Case Part 2

Gloria Trevi is like Mexico's Madonna, a superstar, but her fame is tainted with a dark past. In 2000, she was detained in Brazil with her producer/manager and abuser Sergio Andrade. Though she was eventually found not guilty of all charges, she is facing a new lawsuit as of 2023. In today's episode, Cristina tells guests Lanie Hobbs and Carmen about this terrible case, continuing from Part One, when the cult flees Spain. First, they read a listener story. Don't forget to visit https://ceasefiretoday.com/ Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Check out Lanie's new podcast: Tracing Darkness https://pod.link/1715629792 Check out Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown https://pod.link/1618282564 You can also find Carmen and Cristina talking about internet chisme on their new Youtube, Chronically Online Con Cafecito https://www.youtube.com/@ChronicallyOnlineConCafePod For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@espookytales Thank you for listening! Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668 This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

1h 37m
Dec 15, 2023
La Virgen de Guadalupe Horror Stories - Espooky Stories 7

Every 12th of December, Catholics in Mexico, the US and all over the world head to church, some in pilgrimages, to honor the Virgin of Guadalupe, thank her and to pray for her help. But what about when the beloved Virgin Mary is the subect of horror stories and scary legends? In this episode, Cristina tells the legend of the angry Virgin from Nuevo Leon, Mexico, the Laughing Virgin from Parral, Chihuahua and the Virgin in Black, also from Mexico. This an episode of espooky stories, which included a very short narrated tale. Listen on Mondays for an episode of Espooky Stories and every Friday, for regular Espooky Tales episodes with Cristina and MJ and sometimes a guest. If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@espookytales Thank you for listening! Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668 This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

8m
Dec 11, 2023
The Trevi-Andrade Case Part 1

Gloria Trevi is like Mexico's Madonna, a superstar, but her fame is tainted with a dark past. In 2000, she was detained in Brazil with her producer/manager and abuser Sergio Andrade. Though she was eventually found not guilty of all charges, she is facing a new lawsuit as of 2023. In today's episode, Cristina tells guest cohost Lanie Hobbs about this terrible case and stops when the clan flees to Spain. First, they read a listener story. Don't forget to visit https://ceasefiretoday.com/ Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Check out Lanie's new podcast: Tracing Darkness https://pod.link/1715629792 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@espookytales Thank you for listening! Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668 This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

1h 21m
Dec 08, 2023
The Cave on the Hill - Espooky Stories 6

Legend tells that on a hill in San Juan, Nayarit, Mexico, there's a cave, but it's only open on the 24th of June. If you happen to go inside on that date, you will be stuck for 25 years. This an episode of espooky stories, which included a very short narrated tale. Listen on Mondays for an episode of Espooky Stories and every Friday, for regular Espooky Tales episodes with Cristina and MJ and sometimes a guest. If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@espookytales Thank you for listening! Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668 This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

3m
Dec 04, 2023
A Mexican Ghost in New Jersey and a Tragic Landslide

Captain Emilio Carrazna Rodriguez was a famous Mexican pilot. His life tragically ended after his plane crashed in the New Jersey woods. A monument was built at the crash site and ever since then, it is said to be haunted. On this episode, Cristina tells guest cohost Carmen about the haunted Carranza monument in New Jersey and Carmen shares the tragic landslide of Venezuela, where the town remains haunted. First, they read a listener story and end with spooky recommendations. If you have a story to share, please send it in! Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@espookytales Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668 Music Credit: Silent Night by Myuu Episode Art Credit: Kathlyn Tilton, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

56m
Dec 01, 2023
Frida Sofia and the Tragic Mexico Earthquake

On September 19, 2017 a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Mexico, with Mexico city receiving the most damage. During rescue efforts, people found hope in the story of Frida Soifa, but she didn't seem to exist. Ghost stories and urban legends followed the tragedy. Cristina and MJ discuss this, but first they read a listener story and talk about tiktok (topic starts about 15 minutes in). Don't forget to visit https://ceasefiretoday.com/ Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@espookytales Thank you for listening! Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668 Episode art credit: Second-Half Travels via creative commons This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

57m
Nov 24, 2023
The Armero Tragedy with Carmen of Historias Unknown

On November 13, 1985, the Nevado del Ruiz Volcano erupted. It destroyed everything in its path. The town of Armero lost 20,000 of it's 29,000 residents and the town of Chinchina lost 3,000 peoople. Today, Armero remains a ghosttown and is said to be haunted by the spirts of those that died when the volcano exploded. On today's episode, Cristina tells carmen about this tragedy, but first, reads a true scary story, from a listener. TW FOR DEATH OF A CHILD Visit https://ceasefiretoday.com/ Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 https://pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Find us on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@espookytales Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668 This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

44m
Nov 17, 2023
Paranormal Encounters At Church

For many, church is a sanctuary, a safe place to pray and have a chat with God. But there are times when church is terrifying. On today's episode, Cristina shares two paranormal encounters that took place in churches from the Mexican radio show, La Mano Peluda. MJ shares a story about a haunted doll from Reddit. First, they share a listener story. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! MORE INFORMATION ON PALESTINE: LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BDS MOVEMENT: HTTPS://BDSMOVEMENT.NET/GET-INVOLVED/WHAT-TO-BOYCOTT RESOURCE TO CALL CONGRESS, FIND A PROTEST, EMAIL YOUR REPRESTATIVE: HTTPS://CEASEFIRETODAY.COM/ For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join us for movie nights on Twitch! https://www.twitch.tv/espooky_cristina Thank you for listening! Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668 This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

35m
Nov 10, 2023
Encounters With La Llorona

La Llorona is a vengeful ghost who is said to roam near bodies of water mourning her children who she drowned in a jealous rage. This is a tale heard all over Latin America and one most Latine people in the US hear as kids. On today's episode, Cristina shares different encoutners with La Llorona and MJ shares similarities bewteen La Llorona, La Virgen Maria and Tonantzin. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join us for movie nights on Twitch! https://www.twitch.tv/espooky_cristina Thank you for listening! Episode Art Credit: IrenHorrors on DeviantArt MORE INFORMATION ON PALESTINE: Learn more about the BDS movement: https://bdsmovement.net/get-involved/what-to-boycott Resource to call congress, find a protest, email your represtative: https://ceasefiretoday.com/ Podcasts Israeli Law Comes to US: Shocking Legal Saga to Silence Pro-Palestine https://pod.link/1332127325/episode/8f6fb490f364ab73418481986c9b61d2 Gaza Refugee on Gaza Genocide https://pod.link/1332127325/episode/73aff60732b10298dc3e005f5c71715b Public Health and Palestine https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gB0P0Bd9cnmdMGXAkGT0D The Asymptomatic Two State Solution https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nevxgFqVqGvcJCZXwnTDl?si=_g01Zi-yQkqCj4tsUBaOcA Debunking the Most Common Anti-Palestinian Talking Points https://open.spotify.com/episode/4lQqoXfhJrizEE4HfQYuNQ?si=cftpgMyVTRGj8JeipJVAYw Reading List https://tadweenpublishing.com/blogs/news/essential-readings-palestinians-in-latin-america https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/culture/culture-news/g36449834/books-israel-palestine-conflict/ Where to donate to supoort the Palestinian cause: Click to Donate: https://arab.org/click-to-help/palestine/thank-you/ Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://www.pcrf.net/ Middle East Children's Alliance: https://www.mecaforpeace.org/ https://feeds.megaphone.fm/%20https:/www.mecaforpeace.org/ This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

49m
Nov 03, 2023
Dia de Muertos Ghost Stories

From October 27th until Novemnber 2nd, many start putting out their ofrendas and altars for the loved ones no longer physically with us. Sometimes, on the day of the dead, Dia de Muertos, it feels like our loved ones really do visit us. On today's episode, Cristina shares a listener story that takes place during Dia de Muertos and MJ shares her own Dia de Muertos story. IN THE FIRST 15 MINUTES OF THE EPISODE, WE DISCUSS GAZA, AN ATTACK ON THE OTOMI AND PROTESTS IN GUATEMALA, SKIP TO AROUND MINUTE 16 IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO HEAR THAT. Learn more about the BDS movement: https://bdsmovement.net/get-involved/what-to-boycott Where to donate to supoort the Palestinian cause: Click to Donate: https://arab.org/click-to-help/palestine/thank-you/ Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: https://www.pcrf.net/ Middle East Children's Alliance: https://www.mecaforpeace.org/ https://feeds.megaphone.fm/%20https:/www.mecaforpeace.org/ Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join us for movie nights on Twitch! https://www.twitch.tv/espooky_cristina Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

57m
Oct 27, 2023
Haunted and Disturbing Televisa Moments

Sometimes television sets capture more than just the actors on set. On today's episode, Cristina tells Carmen about different moments in Mexican television where paranormal activity allegedly took place. First, they read a listener story. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Mailing Address Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668 This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

41m
Oct 20, 2023
A Lechuza Encounter with Lanie of It's Haunted What Now

According to Legend, the Lechuza is a witch that shapeshifts into a giant owl. On this episode, Cristna and MJ share Lechuza encounters from Reddit and they apologize ahead of time for Cristina's second story, that was a mess. Guest Lanie shares her terrifying personal stories and they all laugh a little too much. First, they share a listener story. Check out Lanie's podcasts, It's Haunted, What Now https://hauntedpod.com/ and True Crime Cases with Lanie https://truecrimefanclub.com/ and follow her on IG https://www.instagram.com/laniehobbsvo/ Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join us for movie nights on Twitch! https://www.twitch.tv/espooky_cristina Thank you for listening! Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668 This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

1h 38m
Oct 13, 2023
The Possession of Nash, The Devil's Cave and More Demonic Stories

One of the creepiest phone calls received during the Mexican radio show, La Mano Peluda was received from a man who went by Nash. Nash made a pact with an entity and since that moment, feels there are evil beings inside of him. On this episode, Cristina tells MJ about el Caso Nash, a devils cave and MJ shares two stories involving demons. First, they share a listener story. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join us for movie nights on Twitch! https://www.twitch.tv/espooky_cristina Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668 This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

53m
Oct 06, 2023
Haunted Prisons in Latin America

Prisons seem to hold a lot of dark energy, especially older ones. It's no surprise that they are some of the most haunted places. On this episode, Cristina talks about ex penal Garcia Moreno, in Quito, Ecuador and the prison at the end of the world in Ushuaia. MJ shares the story of Lecumberri prison in Cuidad Mexico. First, they share a listener story. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join us for movie nights on Twitch! https://www.twitch.tv/espooky_cristina Please rate, review, and subscribe anywhere you listen. Thank you for listening! Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668 This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

49m
Sep 29, 2023
This Man and When You're Dreams Tell You Your Past

Since the early 2000s, at least 8000 people around the world have claimed to see the same man in their dreams. He's been called "this Man", ever since. On today's episode, Cristina tells MJ about the creepypasta THIS MAN and shares some this man stories from Latin America. Then, our lovely guest/fellow Espooky Azriel tells us an amazing story! She was adopted, but her dreams always told her otherwise. Since she was a child, she dreamed of people that she hadn't met, that didn't look like her adoptive family, of owls and brujeria. She had been dreaming of her birth family, of her ancestors all along. You can also listen to Azriel's adoption story on her friend's podcast Adoptees Crossing https://adopteescrossinglines.buzzsprout.com/2064808/13464864 Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email Espookytales@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Discord! https://discord.gg/4zVbvd7Hek Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen before they are released to anyone else, get bonus episodes, exclusive stickers, additional and more! Support Espooky Tales. Learn more by visiting https://www.patreon.com/Espookytales Get Espooky Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/espooky-tales/ Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@espookytales Join us for movie nights on Twitch! https://www.twitch.tv/espooky_cristina Please rate, review, and subscribe anywhere you listen. Thank you for listening! Espooky Tales PO BOX 3234 Vancouver, WA 98668 This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5931957/advertisement

1h 0m
Sep 22, 2023