Uncle Josh's True Scary Stories

If you love the stories that feel too real to be fiction, this special “Best Of” episode brings together some of the most chilling true scary stories ever sent in by listeners. From terrifying encounters with strangers and unexplained late-night visitors to haunted houses, creepy woods, and moments that still keep people awake years later, these are the stories listeners say they can never forget.Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and settle in for a collection of the most unforgettable true horror stories shared by the people who lived through them.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Two terrifying tales await in this week's Two for Tuesday. First, a prank deep in the woods spirals into a nightmare when two friends realize someone — or something — is hunting them in the dark. Then, a trip to clean out an empty house uncovers a horrifying presence lurking in the basement below.Lock your doors, turn down the lights, and get ready for two chilling true scary stories that will stay with you long after the episode ends.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

From a creepy encounter on a school trip to a terrifying moment at cross country meet, these true scary high school stories prove that the most dangerous moments can happen when adults aren't paying attention.Tonight's collection features the kind of fear that follows you long after the final bell rings. Lock the doors, turn down the lights, and prepare for a chilling trip back to high school.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Two terrifying tales await in this week's Two for Tuesday Scary Stories. First, a family living outside rural Illinois begins seeing a towering creature lurking around their property at night — but what starts as strange sightings quickly turns into something far more disturbing. Then, a quiet neighborhood spirals into fear when a seemingly friendly neighbor reveals a dangerous obsession and intentions that leave one family fearing for their lives.Turn the lights down and settle in for two chilling stories that will make you think twice about what's waiting outside your window… and next door.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

From shocking assaults and terrifying encounters with unhinged strangers, to prom night pranks that spiral into absolute nightmares, these true scary prom stories will make you think twice about celebrating after dark. What should've been one of the happiest nights of their lives quickly turned into fear, chaos, and unforgettable horror.Lock the doors, turn down the lights, and get ready for a collection of prom night stories that went horribly wrong.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

In this episode of Two for Tuesday True Scary Stories, we dive into a chilling encounter at a local gym where an ordinary workout turns into something deeply unsettling, as one person's behavior crosses into pure nightmare territory.Then, we shift to a late-night drive-thru where a routine food run spirals into a terrifying face-to-face encounter with a man who refuses to be forgotten. Lock your doors, check your surroundings, and get ready—these are the kinds of stories that stay with you long after they end.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Turn down the lights and turn up the fear with this week's Friday Night Frights.In this chilling episode, you'll hear a collection of true terrifying tales that will stay with you long after the night is over. From the dread of getting hopelessly lost in a city and worse, to a late-night office shift where something unseen refuses to let you work in peace, a heart-pounding account of being stalked deep in the woods, and more.Whether it's shadowy figures lurking just out of sight, voices that shouldn't be heard, or the creeping sense that something is following you… this episode delivers fear from every direction. So lock your doors, check over your shoulder, and settle in—because these stories aren't just scary… they're all too real.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Three stories. Three moments when ordinary life took a turn into something deeply unsettling—and never quite returned to normal.In tonight's episode, we start with a dream vacation that quickly becomes a waking nightmare. Then, a walk home becomes anything but routine. Finally, we head deep into the woods, where things don't behave the way they should. True encounters that leave lasting questions, lingering fear, and the unsettling possibility that sometimes, the unknown gets closer than we'd ever like to believe.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Cast your line into the unknown with this chilling collection of true scary fishing stories.In this episode, you'll hear firsthand accounts of peaceful days at the water turning hostile when a furious property owner threatens kids for simply casting a line. Then, drift into deeper waters with a terrifying UFO encounter that leaves one lone fisherman questioning everything he thought he knew about the night sky.And that's just the beginning—these stories prove that sometimes the biggest danger isn't what's beneath the surface, but what's waiting just beyond the shoreline.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Two terrifying tales, one unforgettable night. In this Two for Tuesday episode, we dive into a chilling encounter with something unexplainable deep in the wilderness, followed by a hauntingly emotional story of a grandfather's final goodbye.Creepy, heartfelt, and guaranteed to stick with you—listen if you dare.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Dive into two full hours of the most chilling, listener-submitted true stories. From unexplained encounters and close calls to moments that defy logic, these are the real-life experiences that stayed with people long after they happened. Turn off the lights, get comfortable, and prepare for a compilation of the most unforgettable true scary stories shared by those who lived them.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Celebrate Easter with a chilling twist in this episode of True Scary Stories. From a terrifying encounter with a stranger inside a home, to a near-death experience that turns a holiday dark, and a haunting tale of an ex who refuses to let go—these stories will make you think twice about what's lurking beneath the surface of a seemingly joyful day.Listen… if you dare.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Two for Tuesday is back with two chilling true stories. A strange monster flies through the night sky… and passing on a flight to get home isn't an inconvenience, and more! Sit back, relax, and enjoy some early week scares.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

In this episode, Uncle Josh brings you chilling, real-life encounters from rural life that prove the countryside isn't always as peaceful as it seems.Hear the heart-pounding story of a close call with deadly farm equipment. Then, venture into the darkness of remote farmland, where unexpected intruders lurk beyond the crops.And that's just the beginning…From eerie late-night encounters to unexplainable happenings in the middle of nowhere, these stories will make you think twice about what really hides beyond the fields.Lock your doors, keep the lights on, and get ready—because out here, help is miles away.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Get ready for another chilling installment of True Scary Stories for Tuesday, featuring two terrifying tales that will stay with you long after the episode ends.Turn off the lights, settle in, and prepare yourself—because these true stories aren't just scary… they're unforgettable.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

In this episode, Uncle Josh brings you chilling, real-life tales from places meant to be home. Hear the unsettling story of a neighbor who watches a little too closely… a desperate moment where help comes from the last person you'd ever expect… and a terrifying account of an unwanted “roommate” who was never on the lease. From thin walls that carry more than just sound, to late-night footsteps with no clear source, these stories will make you question what's really happening just beyond your door.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Step into the dark with this week's True Scary Stories for Tuesday, where ordinary moments twist into something deeply unsettling. In this episode, we bring you real-life encounters with strange beings, creepers in the forest and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Night shifts are supposed to be quiet… but sometimes the silence hides something far more unsettling. In tonight's episode, we bring you three true scary night shift stories. A school employee begins noticing strange sounds and movements long after the halls should be empty. At a late-night manufacturing facility, a worker encounters someone in the building that shouldn't be there. And in a quiet neighborhood home, an overnight presence turns an ordinary shift into something deeply disturbing.Three locations. Three night shifts. And three chilling encounters that prove the dark hours can hold more than just silence.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

This episode of two for tuesday features  chilling tales that prove the most terrifying moments can happen when you least expect them. First, we follow a man on a late-night drive down an empty stretch of road and then, a relaxing girls' weekend getaway meant as a break from everyday life takes a disturbing turn. Gather around the campfire for some creepy tales.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Dive into several chilling true accounts that will make you think twice before trusting anyone or anything. From something sinister in the middle of nowhere, to an interaction with a creep that defies logic, to a simple hike that turns into a desperate life or death situation.Turn off the lights, get comfortable, and join Uncle Josh for another night of true scary stories that will stay with you long after the episode ends. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

This week on Friday Night Frights, it's a chilling collection of true scary stories that will crawl under your skin and stay there. From a creeper lurking in the woods to a dangerous business proposition. These aren't campfire legends. They're real experiences from real people—where split-second decisions meant the difference between safety and something far darker.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

This week's Two for Tuesday delivers a double dose of real-life terror that will leave you checking your locks… and your shadows. In our first story, we head into the heart of the The Bronx and a creep of the utmost dangerous type. Then we delve into strange happenings in a rented apartment. Two stories. Two different kinds of evil.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Enjoy this episode of the best of scary stories from the middle of nowhere from Uncle Josh. No matter where you go, terror has a way of finding you. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Enjoy these true scary stories that prove sometimes the most terrifying place to be… is alone in your own home. In this chilling collection, you'll hear firsthand accounts from people who thought they were safe — until something shifted. A quiet house suddenly doesn't feel so quiet. A late-night knock turns into something far more unsettling. Footsteps echo where no one else should be. And the creeping realization sets in: you might not be as alone as you think.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

This week on Two Scary Stories for Tuesday, we bring you two terrifying tales that prove sometimes the real horror isn't supernatural… it's human. Turn down the lights, lock your doors, and press play… because these stories will make you think twice about who's watching—and who might be right behind you.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

In this special episode, you'll hear real accounts of people who fell hard and fast… only to discover they were trapped in dangerous situations with partners who weren't who they claimed to be. From charming manipulators who slowly set up their victims, to explosive tempers that erupt behind closed doors, to relationships that turn from passionate to petrifying in a heartbeat — these are stories about bad situations with very bad people.Happy Valentine's Day!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

In this special episode, you'll hear real accounts of people who fell hard and fast… only to discover they were trapped in dangerous situations with partners who weren't who they claimed to be. From charming manipulators who slowly set up their victims, to explosive tempers that erupt behind closed doors, to relationships that turn from passionate to petrifying in a heartbeat — these are stories about bad situations with very bad people.Happy Valentine's Day!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

On this Two for Tuesday, join Uncle Josh on terrifying drive through empty highways and backroads, where headlights aren't the only eyes watching. Then we head to the forest where something lurks that isn't an animal yet isn't human.These are true scary stories, told the way they were lived—raw, chilling, and unforgettable.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Friday Night Frights is back with another collection of chilling, true encounters that'll keep you looking over your shoulder. In this volume, listeners share terrifying run-ins with creatures lurking deep in the woods, heart-pounding tales of maniacs on the loose, and other unexplained horrors that feel a little too real, because they are.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Tuesday night means one thing: true scary stories that stalk you into the dark. This episode dives into chilling encounters with unknown creatures in the wild — things watching from the treeline, footsteps where no one should be, glowing eyes beyond the campfire, and monsters that don't belong to any book… but still found people anyway. These are real experiences from ordinary people who went into nature and came back with stories they wish they could forget.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

This episode of Five Frights for Friday brings you true scary stories that linger — a strange creature in the mountains, a chilling alien encounter, a psycho at work, and more real-life nightmares.Lights off. Volume up. Don't listen alone.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Friday Night Frights returns with a lineup of stories that prove the dark has a mind of its own. This episode dives into unsettling encounters deep in the woods and where urban exploration turns into something far more disturbing than peeling paint and broken glass. Lock the doors, turn down the lights, and get ready… because Friday night is for fear.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

This Two for Tuesday delivers pure nightmare fuel: a chilling encounter with children who are definitely not what they seem, followed by a terrifying alien abduction story that blurs the line between missing time and lost humanity. Two stories. Zero comfort.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

In Part Two of Uncle Josh's True Scary Stories Megarun, we're kicking off a four-hour marathon with two full hours of the most chilling, unforgettable true stories we've ever shared. These are the tales that linger long after the episode ends—accounts of unexplained encounters, terrifying close calls, eerie coincidences, and moments where reality takes a sharp turn into the unknown.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

In Part One of Uncle Josh's True Scary Stories Megarun, we're kicking off a four-hour marathon with two full hours of the most chilling, unforgettable true stories we've ever shared. These are the tales that linger long after the episode ends—accounts of unexplained encounters, terrifying close calls, eerie coincidences, and moments where reality takes a sharp turn into the unknown.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

In this chilling episode of True Scary Stories, you'll hear firsthand accounts that blur the line between the possible and the impossible. From eerie glitches in the matrix that defy logic to a deeply unsettling encounter with a terrifying woman, and more. Three stories. Zero comfort. And just enough truth to make your skin crawl.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

This episode serves up unsettling tales guaranteed to keep you awake long after the credits roll. From a maniac cook, to an encounter with a strange beast,  Five Frights for Friday is the perfect way to welcome the weekend… if you dare. Dim the lights, lock the doors, and press play.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

This Two for Tuesday brings three chilling true tales: a creepy Uber ride that goes terrifyingly wrong, a house filled with an unshakable sense of being watched, and an urban exploration that turns dangerous when it becomes clear they're not alone. Turn down the lights—these stories prove fear can follow you anywhere.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

In this episode of Scary New Year's Eve Tales, hear some true stories that unfolded during one of the most dangerous and deceptive nights of the year. A night when doors are left unlocked, routines are broken, and strangers blend easily into the chaos.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Settle in for another chilling installment of The Best of Uncle Josh's True Scary Stories. Volume 7 delivers a curated blend of the most unforgettable tales shared on a Tuesday—featuring bone-deep paranormal encounters, unnerving run-ins with creepy people, and the kinds of true, unexplained events that stay with you long after the episode ends.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

On this episode of Two for Tuesday, enjoy two real-life frights: a chilling tale of a stalker who wouldn't disappear, and a late-night convenience store shift turned terrifying hold-up. Two true stories, twice the fear.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

On this episode of Uncle Josh's Friday Night Frights, settle in and kill the lights as we bring you a chilling lineup of true encounters that blur the line between the living and the dead. From homes plagued by relentless hauntings to eerie sightings of spectral animals that seem to watch from just beyond the veil, each story digs its claws into the unknown. Whether it's a shadow that moves on its own, a creature that shouldn't exist, or something far more sinister lurking in the silence, these tales will leave you questioning every creak in the dark.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

On this episode of TforT, the ordinary turns terrifying. Hear chilling tales of strangers lurking in the shadows, a seemingly friendly co-worker with a shocking secret, and a terrifying encounter with a mysterious cult. Lock your doors, dim the lights, and prepare for stories that will make you question who—and what—is really out there.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

In this Listen Supported episode, faithful listeners share their most chilling encounters. From late-night creepers lurking where they shouldn't be to bizarre paranormal oddities that defy explanation, this collection has a little bit of everything to keep you checking the shadows. Settle in…the scares tonight come straight from the people who lived them.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

In this chilling Thanksgiving special, take a heaping plate of real-life horror - from paranormal disturbances erupting right in the middle of family dinner, to unsettling encounters with strangers who seem just a little too interested, to a long-buried memory that resurfaces with terrifying clarity—these stories will make you grateful for the light, the warmth, and the locks on your doors. Whether you're traveling for the holiday or hiding from relatives in the guest room, settle in for some eeire tales.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

In this chilling new volume of True Scary Stories, we dive deep into the shadows where the paranormal lurks, stalkers linger in plain sight, and the wilderness hides terrors far beyond the natural world. Turn down the lights, settle in, and prepare for stories that stay with you long after the final word.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

This episode of Two for Tuesday brings true accounts of stalkers, strangers, and spirits that will leave you checking over your shoulder long after the episode is over. Turn off the lights, turn up the volume, and get ready for another unforgettable Two for Tuesday. If you have a true scary story of your own, send it in… I read them all.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

In this episode, Uncle Josh shares a series of short but chilling stories featuring eerie paranormal events, deeply unsettling run-ins with creepy humans, and bizarre moments that defy all explanation. From shadowy figures lurking where they shouldn't be to strangers whose intentions are anything but normal, each tale invites you to question what might be hiding just out of sight. Turn down the lights, get comfortable—if you dare—and prepare for another unforgettable night of true scary stories.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

In this chilling listener submission compilation, you'll hear true scary stories that will make your skin crawl. From encounters with the paranormal that defy explanation, to stalkers lurking in the shadows, to terrifying real-life situations that prove truth is often scarier than fiction—these are the experiences of people just like you. Turn down the lights, settle in, and get ready for another night of true scary stories you'll never forget.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Step into the deep, dark woods—where the trees whisper, shadows move on their own, and not everything that watches you is human. In this chilling episode, we bring you true scary stories from the wilderness, featuring terrifying encounters and unexplained events from campers, hikers, and outdoor explorers who ventured too far from the comfort of civilization. These true stories will make you think twice before stepping into the woods alone.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.

Step into the shadows for Five Frights, a chilling new episode of Uncle Josh's True Scary Stories. This collection brings you five firsthand encounters with the paranormal, the strange, and the utterly unexpected. Whether you're drawn to ghostly encounters, unexplainable phenomena, or those moments that leave you questioning reality itself, Five Frights delivers a bone-deep dose of dread. Turn down the lights, settle in, and prepare for five stories you won't soon forget.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-joshs-true-scary-stories--1977911/support.