Scary Stories and Rain: Episode 155 - Blood and Thunder
Released on February 28, 2025 by Being Scared
Description: TRUE scary stories and ambient rain sounds. Download the CHILLING app for more: http://chilling.app.link/chillingall
Introduction
In this chilling episode of Scary Stories and Rain, hosts share a collection of eerie tales intertwined with the soothing sounds of rain, perfect for a spooky night. The episode, titled Blood and Thunder, delves into haunting encounters, mysterious disappearances, and unexplained phenomena that leave listeners on the edge of their seats.
Story 1: The Abandoned Farmhouse and the Mysterious Photograph
Host: Being Scared
- Timestamp: [02:10]
The host recounts his journey into photography starting in 2011, describing it as a form of therapy that allowed him to focus on details and stay present. His fascination led him to an abandoned farmhouse with overgrown grass and picturesque decay. During his first photo shoot, he stumbled upon an unexpected and unnerving image: a blurry photo of a noose on the porch—an element that wasn't present during his visit.
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Notable Quote:
“I almost deleted it, but as my cursor hovered over the trash button I noticed something out of the ordinary.” ([03:10])
Despite multiple attempts to verify the photo with friends and revisiting the location, the noose was never found, and the farmhouse was eventually demolished. The host remains perplexed by the mysterious image, which remains lost amidst thousands of his photographs.
Story 2: The Creepy Crawfish Shack Encounter
Host: Being Scared
- Timestamp: [07:52]
Transitioning from photography, the host shares an unsettling experience from his days as a long-haul truck driver. While running late on a delivery in Louisiana, he stops at a roadside crawfish shack. An old, unnaturally skinny man offers to help him ensure timely delivery by involving a bizarre ritual with a jawbone knife.
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Notable Quotes:
“Have you all ever heard of a jawbone knife? It's literally what it sounds like.” ([12:08])
The man presents a knife with a human jawbone handle, compelling the host to carve his name into a piece of cypress wood. After performing the ritual, the host miraculously completes his journey without incident. However, the eerie encounter leaves him questioning the true nature of the assistance he received.
Story 3: The Disappearance of David Glenn Lewis
Co-Host: Being Scared
- Timestamp: [20:41]
The co-host narrates the perplexing case of David Glenn Lewis, a respected attorney who vanished in 1993 under mysterious circumstances. Despite an initial investigation revealing his abandoned vehicle and a high-value load of electronics, David's whereabouts remained unknown until a decade later.
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Notable Quotes:
“When she died, I had to come to realize I didn't know her at all. My step grandmother, that is.” ([34:36])
The story unfolds with David's confessions of feeling threatened due to his professional commitments, leading to theories ranging from accidental deaths to deliberate foul play by powerful entities aiming to silence him. The unresolved nature of his disappearance adds a layer of mystery, with lingering questions about the true cause.
Story 4: Paranormal Encounters with a Step-Grandmother's Influence
Co-Host: Being Scared
- Timestamp: [34:36]
Delving into personal paranormal experiences, the co-host describes living with a step-grandmother who exhibited strange behaviors and introduced the household to a mentally unstable old woman. The narratives include unsettling noises, shadowy figures, and eerie occurrences that culminate in the mysterious death of both the old woman and the step-grandmother.
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Notable Quotes:
“She was really tall, wearing a dirty mini skirt and top with only one shoe on.” ([78:47])
The story explores themes of mental instability, supernatural influences, and unresolved tensions within a family setting, leaving both the narrator and listeners questioning the reality of these occurrences.
Story 5: The Haunting Noise and the Mysterious Party
Co-Host: Being Scared
- Timestamp: [72:11]
Another spine-tingling account involves unexplained noises and confrontations in an apartment building's corridor. The co-host and her boyfriend experience disturbing sounds and a frightening encounter with a woman claiming to have killed her mother. The incident leaves them unsettled and raises questions about the woman's mental state and the truth behind her claims.
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Notable Quotes:
“How often do three people hear the same sort of thing? And was out in the middle of the woods in the middle of the night.” ([42:44])
This narrative blends elements of psychological horror with potential supernatural undertones, emphasizing the fragility of perception and the fear of the unknown.
Conclusion
Blood and Thunder weaves together a tapestry of horrifying tales that explore the depths of human fear, unexplained mysteries, and the thin veil between reality and the supernatural. Each story challenges listeners to ponder the unknown and the unseen forces that may lurk just beyond our perception.
Notable Quotes Summary
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Host on the Noose Photo:
“I almost deleted it, but as my cursor hovered over the trash button I noticed something out of the ordinary.” ([03:10])
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Host on the Jawbone Knife:
“Have you all ever heard of a jawbone knife? It's literally what it sounds like.” ([12:08])
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Co-Host on Step-Grandmother:
“She was really tall, wearing a dirty mini skirt and top with only one shoe on.” ([78:47])
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Co-Host on Hearing Sounds:
“How often do three people hear the same sort of thing? And was out in the middle of the woods in the middle of the night.” ([42:44])
Final Thoughts
Scary Stories and Rain continues to deliver captivating and chilling narratives that resonate with both horror enthusiasts and casual listeners. Episode 155, Blood and Thunder, is a testament to the podcast's ability to blend storytelling with atmospheric sounds, creating an immersive experience that lingers long after the episode concludes.
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