Scary Stories and Rain - Episode 198: "Face in the Window"

Release Date: August 15, 2025
Host: Being Scared

Introduction

In this chilling episode of Scary Stories and Rain, host Alex from Being Scared narrates a compilation of true and unsettling experiences set against the backdrop of steady rainfall. The immersive rain sounds enhance the eerie atmosphere, making it perfect for those looking to relax, fall asleep, or delve into the depths of real-life horror tales.

Story 1: The Midnight Ticking Encounter

Timestamp: [00:02] - [10:30]

Alex recounts a personal experience that has haunted him twice, ensuring it wasn't a mere dream or coincidence. He describes waking up in the middle of the night, disturbed by his mother's snoring, and attempting to return to sleep while facing the wall of his room. Suddenly, he feels unknown fingers gently tucking him in while tickling him, creating a surreal and terrifying sensation.

Alex: "I was actually being tickled by someone that wasn't my mom or dad. No one else lived in the house. Someone completely unknown was touching me." ([05:45])

Despite not seeing any figure upon turning on the lights, the unexplained touch left Alex questioning the presence of departed loved ones with a playful yet haunting demeanor.

Story 2: The Abandoned Psychiatric Hospital

Timestamp: [10:31] - [20:50]

Alex narrates an unsettling night from his teenage years when he and a group of acquaintances decide to explore an abandoned psychiatric hospital. The group's curiosity quickly turns into horror as they encounter disturbing sights and hear unexplained noises. The tension peaks when Alex confronts what he initially believes to be his friend Andre but realizes it's a menacing, disheveled man with visible injuries.

Alex: "I screamed so loud that my parents were up the stairs in about three seconds. They just wouldn't believe me." ([18:20])

The episode delves into the group's subsequent frantic search for their friends, only to find them passed out in Andre’s car, oblivious to the night's true horrors.

Story 3: The Haunted Hotel Room

Timestamp: [20:51] - [30:15]

Transitioning from teenage adventures, Alex shares a harrowing experience during his college years. Staying overnight in a roadside hotel while preparing for exams, he notices odd occurrences in his room—soggy floors, mysterious voices, and unexplained blood stains appearing on his bed without any visible source.

Alex: "There was nothing wrong. Nothing was wrong... I have never been back to that place." ([25:40])

These inexplicable events led to Alex leaving the university shortly after, haunted by the mysteries that unfolded during that solitary night.

Story 4: Childhood Shadows in the Woods

Timestamp: [30:16] - [40:00]

Reflecting on his childhood in a small southern town, Alex recalls a disturbing encounter with a shadowy figure while playing in the woods with his sister. The persistent presence of a tall, shadowy figure that remained despite attempts to dispel it with rational thoughts left a lasting impression on young Alex.

Alex: "I know the shadow I saw was real. I never saw it again, but I will never forget it." ([35:10])

This experience ingrained a deep-seated fear of the unknown and the supernatural in his otherwise skeptical nature.

Story 5: The Night at the Slaughterhouse

Timestamp: [40:01] - [50:45]

In his late twenties, Alex worked as an overnight security guard at a defunct beef plant slaughterhouse. The routine atmosphere was shattered one night when a fellow guard appeared at the back gate without any plausible explanation of how he traversed the property so quickly. The subsequent lockdown revealed no intruders, leaving both guards shaken by the inexplicable apparition.

Alex: "You hear things, feel things, maybe see a fleeting shadow around the plant. But this was the first time anyone had seen a full solid figure." ([45:30])

This incident heightened Alex's belief in forces beyond the tangible, challenging his previous skepticism.

Story 6: The Illegal Dump and Unseen Presence

Timestamp: [50:46] - [64:11]

Alex shifts to a more recent event where he witnesses a suspicious activity involving an unfamiliar pickup truck dumping large trash bags in a parking lot near his home. Acting on his intuition, he contacts the police, leading to the discovery of a dismembered body. The investigation uncovers the sinister nature of the act, leaving Alex fearful of future occurrences.

Alex: "I have a lot of stories to share, but since this one just happened, I'll start here because it’s still very recent." ([55:20])

This story underscores the importance of trusting one's instincts and highlights the lurking dangers that can exist within seemingly quiet communities.

Conclusion

Throughout "Face in the Window," Alex delivers a series of spine-chilling narratives that traverse various settings—from the nostalgic yet eerie memories of childhood to the present-day confrontations with the supernatural and criminal. Each story is meticulously crafted, enriched with atmospheric details and personal insights, making listeners ponder the thin veil between reality and the unknown.

Notable Quotes:

• Alex on the Abandoned Hospital Encounter:
  "No, I heard her sneering again. I then tried to rationalize what had happened." ([15:50])

• Alex on the Haunted Hotel Room:
  "I have never been back to that place and I left that school shortly after that." ([28:30])

• Alex on the Illegal Dump Incident:
  "If I hadn't called in, the victim would have never been found, may never find potential justice." ([60:45])

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Final Thoughts

"Face in the Window" masterfully intertwines personal anecdotes with universally unsettling experiences, inviting listeners to question the mysteries that surround them. Whether it's a ghostly touch in the middle of the night or witnessing unexplained occurrences, Alex's stories serve as a reminder that the unknown is always just beyond the window of perception.