Podcast Summary: "Spooked" – Episode "Where's My Son?"

Introduction

In the "Where's My Son?" episode of Spooked, hosted by Glynn Washington and produced by KQED and Snap Studios, listener Dawn Presley shares her deeply personal and haunting experiences with the supernatural. This episode delves into her journey from feeling cursed with the ability to sense spirits to ultimately embracing her gift and helping restless souls find peace.

Setting the Scene

The episode opens with a vivid narrative of a bustling Chinese New Year celebration in Oakland's Chinatown. Dawn recounts a terrifying moment when her two-year-old son disappears amidst the crowd during the festivities. The chaos and fear she experiences set the tone for the supernatural encounters that follow.

Dawn Presley's First Encounter with the Supernatural ([10:16]–[14:24])

Dawn begins her story by describing a seemingly ordinary day at the playground with her foster mother. While using the bathroom, she experiences a chilling vision:

Dawn Presley ([10:16] MM:SS): "I looked in the mirror and saw two women... the younger one looked at me, and suddenly I had this vision of two sisters, one of whom fell into a frozen lake and died trying to protect the other."

The emotional intensity of the vision leaves Dawn shaken and questioning her sanity. She grapples with the realization that she possesses a heightened sensitivity to the spiritual realm, a gift she has long feared and felt isolated by.

Relocation and Intensified Experiences ([14:24]–[29:09])

A year later, Dawn and her husband move to Montana, hoping for a fresh start. However, her supernatural experiences intensify as she encounters the spirit of a grieving mother seeking help to find her deceased son. Dawn describes the escalating manifestations:

Dawn Presley ([25:45] MM:SS): "Every night for three weeks, the same woman would appear, searching for her son. It felt like she was stuck in a loop, desperately needing closure."

Despite her husband's skepticism, Dawn perseveres, eventually confronting the spirit:

Dawn Presley ([28:30] MM:SS): "I finally asked her what she wanted, and she pleaded, 'Just tell me where my son is. I know you know.'"

Through emotional turmoil and self-doubt, Dawn deciphers the spirit's tragic story: her son was murdered by a neighbor, leading to her untimely death. By providing the necessary closure, Dawn helps the spirit find peace, transforming her perception of her gift from a curse to a meaningful purpose.

Resolution and Acceptance ([29:09] End)

The culmination of Dawn's journey leads to a profound transformation. She feels validated and empowered to assist other spirits seeking closure or farewell. Her newfound acceptance fosters personal growth and a deeper understanding of her abilities.

Dawn Presley ([29:05] MM:SS): "I started to wonder, maybe this isn't a curse. Maybe this isn't so bad. I was able to help someone."

Notable Quotes

• Dawn Presley ([10:16] 10:16): "I felt the emotion of sadness coming from her... Am I really seeing this? Am I really hearing this?"

• Dawn Presley ([28:30] 28:30): "I told her that her son had been murdered by their landlord... She walked out of the room, and I thought that was it."

• Dawn Presley ([29:05] 29:05): "Maybe this isn't a curse. Maybe this isn't so bad. I was able to help someone."

Conclusion

"Where's My Son?" is a poignant exploration of Dawn Presley's supernatural experiences, highlighting themes of fear, acceptance, and the search for closure. Her story underscores the profound impact that embracing one's unique abilities can have, not only on personal well-being but also on aiding others in their darkest times. Through Dawn's narrative, Spooked invites listeners to contemplate the unseen forces that may influence our lives and the potential for finding purpose within the unknown.

Additional Information

For more insights into Dawn Presley's work and her journey with the supernatural, listeners are encouraged to visit the show notes linked in the episode. The episode's original score is by Sooty Watch Press and was produced by Chris Hambrick.

Connect with "Spooked"

Have a supernatural story to share? Spooked invites listeners to email their experiences at spookednapjudgment.org. Share your true-life supernatural encounters and become part of the Spooked community.

This summary is based on the "Where's My Son?" episode of Spooked, released on April 18, 2025. For more episodes, visit your preferred podcast platform.