Carman's Crypt
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Creator: Carman Carrion
Horror Anthology Audio Book
Synopsis:
Step into Carman's Crypt, where every week, a new door to terror creaks open. Host Carman Carrion, acclaimed creator of Freaky Folklore and Destination Terror, invites you to explore the depths of horror through original, spine-chilling short stories crafted to haunt your dreams.
Each episode of Carman's Crypt presents a fresh, fictional tale of terror, meticulously penned to send shivers down your spine. From ghostly whispers in abandoned halls to cosmic horrors lurking beyond the veil of reality, from psychological thrillers that twist your mind to monstrous entities hungry for flesh – no dark corner of the imagination is left unexplored.
Immerse yourself in professionally crafted narratives, enhanced by ambient soundscapes that transport you directly into each horrifying scenario. Whether you're a seasoned horror aficionado or a curious newcomer to the genre, Carman's Crypt offers a weekly dose of fear tailored to make your heart race and your senses tingle.
Subscribe now and join our growing community of thrill-seekers. But remember, once you enter Carman's Crypt, the doors may not open again until the tale is told. Are you brave enough to listen?
New episodes release every Tuesday night at midnight. Available wherever you get your podcasts.
Carman's Crypt: Where every story is an original nightmare, and every nightmare is waiting to be told.
Format: Audio Book
Continuity: Anthology
Voices: Solo
Genres: Horror
Completion status: Not applicable
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Episodes:
The Elf That Wouldn't Stay On the Shelf
Tue, 24 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0500
A family's cheerful holiday tradition takes an unsettling turn when their Elf on the Shelf mysteriously vanishes and is replaced by something that seems similar, but not quite right. Eight-year-old Gemma is the first to notice the subtle differences, leading her parents Samantha and Tom into an increasingly tense situation that challenges their understanding of holiday magic.
As strange events begin to unfold in their home, the family must confront the possibility that they've inadvertently invited something far more ancient and sinister than a simple Christmas decoration into their lives. This modern holiday horror story weaves together family dynamics, childhood belief, and age-old folklore into a tale that will make you think twice about those festive decorations watching from your shelves.
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:00:00 -0500
"Winter Walkers" is a chilling horror story that follows Callie James, a forest ranger at Michigan's Hiawatha National Forest. During an unusually severe winter, she discovers mysterious tracks on a frozen lake that defy explanation. As she investigates further, she uncovers a decades-old pattern of disappearances and encounters local residents who share disturbing tales about what happens when Crystal Lake freezes completely. The episode masterfully builds tension as Callie races to understand the true nature of what's stalking the frozen wilderness before an approaching storm brings ancient horrors to the surface.
The story combines elements of traditional winter folklore with modern horror, creating an atmospheric tale that will make listeners think twice about those strange tracks they might spot in the snow. It explores themes of isolation, the harsh beauty of winter, and the thin line between natural and supernatural phenomena.
Tue, 10 Dec 2024 23:00:00 -0500
When nineteen-year-old Mary Sullivan agrees to babysit during the worst blizzard of the year, she thinks she's just helping out a desperate neighbor. Dr. Novak seems unusually anxious about leaving her children during the storm, and the kids are acting strange. As the night wears on and the snow piles up, Mary begins to understand her father's cryptic warnings about winter storms - and why he always said that real people leave tracks in the snow. Sometimes, the familiar faces outside your window aren't who they seem to be, and the hardest part of surviving the night might be remembering one simple rule: never let them in.
Wed, 04 Dec 2024 16:00:00 -0500
In this chilling episode of Carman's Crypt, two very different couples venture into the mysterious Deadfall Forest decades apart, each drawn to the same remote camping spot. Their stories intertwine through an enigmatic local general store and its unusual proprietor, Mr. Morton, whose strange mannerisms and cryptic warnings hint at darker secrets.
As both couples discover, there's something ancient and predatory stalking these woods during the full moon - and getting directions from a peculiar shopkeeper might be the last mistake a hiker ever makes. This episode weaves together survival horror, folklore, and psychological suspense while exploring how monsters can hide in the most mundane places.
BLACK FRIDAY – All Sales Final
Tue, 26 Nov 2024 19:00:00 -0500
A suburban mom's obsession with Black Friday deals leads her to rush her family through Thanksgiving dinner to reach MegaMart's midnight sale. However, when Janet Thompson arrives with her husband Dan and teenage daughter Kylee, something seems off about the unusually orderly crowd and eerily efficient store employees. What begins as a typical holiday shopping trip transforms into a fight for survival as the family discovers the dark truth behind MegaMart's unbelievable deals and their "all sales final" policy. This clever horror story combines the familiar chaos of Black Friday shopping with supernatural elements, using retail imagery in increasingly sinister ways to build tension and scares.
Tue, 19 Nov 2024 21:00:00 -0500
"The Wrong Bedroom" is a haunting tale that follows Lily, a college student who decides to surprise her boyfriend Jason by sneaking into his house late one night after he's been away for three weeks. Armed with a spare key and two years' worth of memories, she navigates his home's dark, familiar halls with the innocent intention of being there when he wakes up. But what begins as a romantic gesture quickly transforms into a nightmare when she receives an unexpected text message. This atmospheric story weaves together themes of love, memory, and the uncanny, exploring how the places and people we know best can suddenly become terrifyingly unfamiliar in the dark of night. It's a chilling reminder that sometimes the most frightening situations arise from our most innocent intentions.
Tue, 12 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0500
Deep in Crooked Oaks Forest, where ancient trees block out the sun and locals whisper about missing hikers, something ancient hunts. When a teenage boy accepts a dare to spend one night among those gnarled trunks, he discovers why generations of townsfolk have given these woods a wide berth. Some dares aren't worth taking, and some forests are better left unexplored. But it may already be too late by the time he learns this lesson.
Coming face to face with a local legend is terrifying enough. Surviving it is another matter entirely.
Tue, 05 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0500
Scratching in the Attic - is a chilling tale about a homeowner who can't resist the bargain price of a Victorian mansion, despite numerous red flags and an unsettling atmosphere. When mysterious scratching sounds begin emanating from the attic each night, they uncover the dark history of the house's original owner, Josiah Blackstone, and his young wife Charlotte. This episode of Carman's Crypt explores themes of curiosity, desperation, and the true cost of ignoring one's instincts when a deal seems too good to be true.
Tue, 29 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0400
A teenage girl's obsession with Halloween spirals into a nightmare when her dedication to the holiday takes a sinister turn. What begins as innocent fun - costume parties, horror movies, and endless candy - transforms into something far more disturbing when she discovers that some celebrations never end. This cautionary tale explores the dark side of obsession and reminds us to be careful what we wish for... especially on All Hallows' Eve.
Content Warning: Contains themes of psychological horror, body horror, and descriptions of claustrophobic situations.
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