Listener submitted stories about apparitions at old schools, Darkwatchers in the California hills, haunted New England homes, and a terrifying encounter with the Ohio Grassman.

Campfire tales blend experiences from listeners with local legends, folklore, and cryptids. Do you have a story you'd like to share? Head to campcryptidpodcast.com/contact to submit your story for a future episode!

Thanks so much Freddy, Sarah, and Steven for these stories!

Join us as we explore the fascinating world of cryptids with Lisa Russell of Cryptid Comforts. Discover her journey from creating art and plushies to hosting Cryptid festivals, her favorite cryptids, and how she supports the community through art and events.

Cryptidcomforts.com for more of Lisa's work!

Instagram.com/cryptid_comforts

Upcoming festivals:

June 27th- UFO Day- Buckhannon WV

Aug. 1st- Squonkapalooza- Johnstown, PA

Nov. 7th- Fearsome Folklore Festival- Nashville, TN

Join Erica discussing two feline cryptid legends, the Cactus Cat and the Splinter Cat. Two legendary animals that stalked the deserts and forests of North America.

Join me for a dive into my favorite horror and sci-fi movies of 2025. Between creature features, serial killers, aliens, vampires and more- 2025 was packed full of amazing movies! So buckle up for a fun little off-script episode talking movies!

Join a conversation with writer and director Anthony Cousins- the creator of the Frogman films. We chat about the legacy and cult following of the Frogman film as well as other cryptids legends he would like to bring to cinematic life. Diving into what shaped his storytelling in horror and what future projects he has in the works!

Instagram.com/anthony_cousins

The Frogman on Tubi/Amazon Prime

https://www.youtube.com/@anthony_cousins

Join me for a collection of listener-submitted ghost stories, exploring paranormal experiences and the connections people have with the supernatural. Delve into stories from childhood memories to unsettling experiences in haunted locations.

Join around the campfire for the Halloween Special with a very special guest, Pinup Palmer! We chat about the influence of horror that inspired her Pinup and Fashion as a creator and her journey being the latest addition to the iconic Svengoolie show, as character Gwengoolie.

Join me for an interview with Gabe Braxton, talented screenwriter, director, and musician. Discussing Gabe's journey into filmmaking, the inspiration behind his feature film A Gettysburg Haunting, and supernatural lore that made him a fan of the horror genre.