Scary Stories and Rain – Ep. 341: “Behind You” (March 18, 2026)

Episode Overview

This haunting episode of Scary Stories and Rain features a collection of unsettling, true encounters told against the backdrop of soothing rainfall. The host, Being Scared, presents a series of narrations ranging from unnerving disappearances and unsolved crimes to chilling paranormal and true crime stories. The overall mood is atmospheric and immersive—a perfect storm of calm delivery and disturbing content, ideal for anyone listening on a stormy night or seeking to drift off with a shiver.

Key Stories & Discussion Points

1. The Camping Trip (00:54 – 10:43)

Summary:
A field trip takes a terrifying turn when a camper’s friend goes missing during a rainy night. The narrator awakens to find Jessica gone. A dreadful scream, a dead cat stuffed in a cabin’s doorway, and an overwhelming feeling of being watched escalate the tension. Despite reporting these events to the chaperone, the concerns are brushed off—until the next morning, when it’s discovered that two more campers have disappeared and return in a bewildered, traumatized state.

Highlights:

• The persistent sense of something “behind” the narrator while walking at night.
• The discovery of a dead animal used as a warning or omen.
• Adults’ skepticism versus the children’s mounting dread.
• The ambiguous fate of Michael and Kenny, leaving listeners unnerved.

Notable Quotes:

• “There was this odd feeling I felt as I continued to walk. Almost as if someone was behind me.” (03:31 – Storyteller)
• “It was dead. I was completely terrified. The only question I had in my head was who or what would do something like that?” (04:03 – Storyteller)
• “Look, I know we joke a lot, but please just listen to what I’m about to tell you. I have a feeling that’s not an animal out there.” (08:16 – Storyteller)
• "They looked completely terrified. Alright, this camping adventure is officially over. I don't get paid enough for this." (10:22 – Ms. Kelly via Storyteller)

2. The Disappearance of Timothy Dalton (10:44 – 21:48)

Summary:
A true crime account from rural Monroe County, West Virginia, centered on the mysterious disappearance of Timothy Wayne Dalton in 2007. Despite a history devoid of major crimes or drug involvement, Timothy’s truck is found abandoned with suspicious damage. Theories swirl—was it biker gang vengeance or corrupt law enforcement?—but no answers emerge, only speculation and unease.

Highlights:

• Rural isolation amplifies the story’s creepy undertones.
• Small-town suspicions: motorcycle gangs, corrupt police, and the ease with which one can vanish.
• The procedural dead ends that frustrate families and communities.

Notable Quotes:

• “There is not a single stoplight or fast food outlet anywhere in the whole county, and it has one of the lowest population densities of any county in the whole nation.” (10:39 – Storyteller)
• “So the question remains, what could have happened to Timothy Dalton? It really is as if the guy just disappeared, dropped off the face of the earth one day for some unknown reason.” (17:36 – Storyteller)
• “Yet perhaps it might be better if we avoid any kind of heavy speculation. Least we offend the wrong person. A person who might just be violent, unstable and corrupt.” (21:30 – Storyteller)

3. The Murder of Robert Wilson (22:16 – 27:26)

Summary:
A harrowing true crime tale from the UK, where night security guard Robert Wilson is brutally murdered by two intoxicated teenagers, one wielding a sword. The attack—captured on CCTV—shows senseless violence ignited by paranoia and opportunity.

Highlights:

• The randomness of real-world horror versus supernatural fear.
• Violence fueled by alcohol and youthful malice.
• Nighttime as a catalyst for human predation.

Notable Quotes:

• “Ciaran reached into his tracksuit pants and produced an actual sword…he began to attack Robert Wilson with the sword, slashing and striking him with it over and over again.” (23:20 – Storyteller)
• “There is every chance that Ciaran knew that Robert Wilson wasn’t recording him that night and that he simply chose to feign outrage so that he had an excuse to take out that sword and end a man’s life.” (25:44 – Storyteller)
• “Is there not such a something about the dark of the night that brings out the most predatory and violent side of a man?” (26:55 – Storyteller)

4. Apartment Intruder (27:26 – 33:09)

Summary:
The narrator recalls a formative and frightening apartment experience: returning home on a winter’s night to find the storage room light inexplicably left on. This recurs, defying explanation until the discovery of a chilling handwritten note in the closet: “Have fun. Last night.” The couple flees, and the unexplained fear lingers for years.

Highlights:

• Subtle signs escalate quickly into direct personal violation.
• The everyday setting makes the supernatural feel disturbingly plausible—or mundane dangers more insidious.

Notable Quotes:

• “I try to pass it off like it wasn't a big deal or nothing substantial happened, but it’s rarely been successful.” (27:28 – Podcast Host)
• “Inside, beside more junk, was a handwritten note. 'Have fun. Last night.'” (33:03 – Storyteller)

5. The Body in the Well (35:00 – 39:40)

Summary:
A dark exploration story begins with the discovery of an abandoned house seen on Google Earth. While investigating, the narrator smells death near a stone well and discovers a decomposing body. Authorities are mystified, and the case closes with more questions than answers.

Highlights:

• The combination of curiosity, addiction, and misadventure leads to a chilling discovery.
• The pervasive, unforgettable “smell of a decaying human body.”

Notable Quotes:

• “I’ll never forget what I saw at the bottom of that well. Two elbows and the back of a head with long hair. That smell was the smell of a decaying human body.” (37:45 – Storyteller)

6. The Haunted House and the Shadow Man (39:41 – 53:14)

Summary:
Paranormal childhood experiences in a multi-generational family home, dominated by the terrors of a shadowy figure seen only from a particular attic bedroom. Family members independently witnessed the “Shadow Man,” felt heaviness in certain rooms, and heard their names called by unseen voices. Years later, dreams, compulsions, and eerie discoveries (like a neighbor finding a sailor’s grave) confirm the haunting was more than anxiety.

Highlights:

• The “Shadow Man” is a recurring family phenomenon, not just a child’s imagination.
• Distinct feelings of heaviness, fear, and voices—classic haunting signs.
• The power of place to haunt dreams and family memories long after the house is left behind.

Notable Quotes:

• “The Shadow man would stand just outside the doorway. He was only visible from this room and did not appear every night.” (44:20 – Storyteller)
• “Looking back, one of the creepiest things that sticks with me is...I always used to think I saw something like that in the hallway upstairs. I laughed, but my demeanor quickly changed when I saw my mother's and siblings expressions.” (46:30 – Storyteller)
• “My mom even confessed that when she and my stepdad shared the attic room, she awoke very early one morning to a sailor sitting on the edge of the bed who quickly disappeared after her initial fright.” (47:59 – Storyteller)

Memorable Moments & Quotes

• Atmospheric Tension:
  “My entire body felt ice cold as I faced the cabin door. There was no way I was turning around to see what the thing was.” (05:00 – Storyteller)
• True Crime Dread:
  “It certainly wouldn’t have been easy for him to leave Monroe county without his truck…As far as I can tell, it really is as if the guy just disappeared, dropped off the face of the earth one day for some unknown reason.” (17:36 – Storyteller)
• Urban Nightmares:
  “Either she was putting storage items in the room and forgot to turn the light off. Or the last time I was there I forgot to turn the light off. Simple as that.” (29:38 – Storyteller, setting up the everyday horror)
• Supernatural Trauma:
  “I have started having the dreams again, and to this day, if that home went up for sale, I can’t promise I wouldn’t buy.” (49:46 – Storyteller)

Timeline of Notable Segments

| Timestamp | Segment | |------------|--------------------------------------------------| | 00:54-10:43| The Camping Trip / Jessica’s Disappearance | | 10:44-21:48| The Disappearance of Timothy Wayne Dalton | | 22:16-27:26| UK Night Guard Murder – Robert Wilson | | 27:26-33:09| The Apartment Intruder and Handwritten Note | | 35:00-39:40| The Body in the Well | | 39:41-53:14| Haunted Childhood Home and the Shadow Man |

Tone & Style

Throughout the episode, the host and guest narrators maintain a calm, steady delivery, heightening the contrast between the soothing rain sounds and the disturbing nature of the stories. The language remains straightforward and conversational, often tinged with weary cynicism or relatable self-doubt—making even supernatural or criminal horror feel believable and close to home.

Final Impression

This episode encapsulates the enduring appeal of Scary Stories and Rain: moody atmosphere, a blend of real-life crime and ghostly visitations, and the subtle terror of being confronted by the unknown—sometimes just a few feet, or a thin wall, away. Whether you crave true crime, ghost stories, or simply a dark bedtime tale, “Behind You” is a chilling listen—a reminder that what lurks behind us, literal or metaphorical, may be stranger than any fiction.