First in Fright

Oct 23 2024 9 ep. 27 mins 37
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The First in Fright podcast explores all things paranormal in North Carolina. Hear the stories behind the strange and get the supernatural scoop on NC’s scary true stories, unsolved mysteries and urban legends. A perfect mix of chilling first hand experiences and historical lore, find out why these North Carolina stories will haunt you in the best way. Whether you are looking for a nearby haunt or a creeped-out cross-state trip, First in Fright shares the paranormal destinations guaranteed to get your spine-tingling. But beware, you might leave with your own frightening first-hand tale.

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8. Creepy Coast | First in Fright

Oct 23 2024 33 mins  
Season 1’s final episode introduces listeners to the eerie and haunted history of North Carolina's coastal region, a place phantom ships, the ghosts of famous pirates and hurricane-summoned shadow figures all call home. It's also where the Battleship North Carolina Memorial honors the dead of World War II -- including some who never left the ship. First in Fright brings you all t

7. Strange Skies | First in Fright

Oct 23 2024 33 mins  
While Western North Carolina continues to recover following Hurricane Helene, the Piedmont, coast and some areas of the mountains are ready to welcome you for a fall adventure. However, parts of Pisgah National Forest and Linville Gorge, where the Brown Mountain Lights are located, are not quite ready for your visit. Please check VisitNC.com frequently for the latest updates on v

6. Old North Witches | First in Fright

Oct 23 2024 42 mins  
North Carolina is abundant in witches, stemming from European immigrant tales and post-slavery, African American folklore. These stories, ranging from shapeshifting crones to the nefarious Boo Hag, are often symbols of both malevolence and empowerment. And one man recounts how a witch's curse ultimately led to a major life transition. First in Fright brings you all things paranorma

5. Haunted Hospitals | First in Fright

Oct 23 2024 28 mins  
Sometimes places of healing are the most haunted places of all. At the Trivette Clinic and Broughton State Hospital, tragic events, restless spirits, spectral children, and mysterious energies have left permanent marks on these eerie locations. First in Fright brings you all things paranormal in NC with insider tips for ghost hunting, spooky stories and paranormal happenings across

4. Traveling Terrors | First in Fright

Sep 12 2024 26 mins  
Some of North Carolina's most chilling ghost stories are on the move, like the Maco Light, where a decapitated brakeman's spirit searches for his lost head, and the Bostian Bridge, where a ghostly train reenacts its tragic crash every year. Other tales, like Lydia, the hitchhiking spirit, reveal the relentless nature of spirits determined to finish their journey, even long

3. Carolina Cryptids | First in Fright

Sep 12 2024 29 mins  
North Carolina's diverse landscapes are home to both a wide variety of wildlife, and also legendary creatures like the Knobby the NC Bigfoot, the Demon Dog of Valle Crucis, and the Loch Ness-like Normie. But none is as terrifying as the Wampus Cat, a fearsome beast that blurs the line between folklore and reality. First in Fright brings you all things paranormal in NC with insi

2. Paranormal Places | First in Fright

Sep 12 2024 27 mins  
Meet the ghoulish inhabitants of the Old North State’s most paranormal places from haunted hotels to a store fully stocked with spine-tingling tales. Hear about the Pink Lady of the Omni Grove Park Inn, the ill-fated lovers of the Duke Mansion, Chowan University's Brown Lady and the tragic true crimes behind the haunting of Madison Dry Goods. Want to have your own spooky stay

1. Unexplained Phenomena | First in Fright

Sep 12 2024 29 mins  
On our inaugural episode of everything that goes bump in the North Carolina night, discover the legendary Devil’s Tramping Ground, a mysterious barren circle and notorious spot for unsolved paranormal occurrences where a group of college students encounter a charming stranger who may be much more than he appears. First in Fright explores all things that go bump in the North Carol

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Sep 11 2024 1 mins  
The First in Fright podcast explores all things paranormal in North Carolina. Hear the stories behind the strange and get the supernatural scoop on NC’s scary true stories, unsolved mysteries and urban legends. A perfect mix of chilling first hand experiences and historical lore, find out why these North Carolina stories will haunt you in the best way. First in Fright explores al