The Moonlit Road Podcast - Southern Ghost Stories & Folklore

The Moonlit Road Podcast - Southern Ghost Stories & Folklore

Author: The Moonlit Road, LLC Language: English Episodes: 68
For over two decades, The Moonlit Road Podcast-Southern Ghost Stories & Folklore has been a destination for those drawn to the shadows and whispers of the American South. This isn't a collection of generic spooky tales; it's an audio preservation project, dedicated to the region's rich oral traditions. Each episode feels like a gathering on a creaky porch or around a dying campfire, where the air is thick with humidity and history. You'll hear authentic stories passed down through generations, now carefully preserved and performed by masterful Southern storytellers, folklorists, and musicians. The voices you encounter are the heart of the podcast, carrying the distinct accents and rhythms that make these narratives feel lived-in and real. They unearth more than just classic ghost stories-they delve into local legends, peculiar folklore, and forgotten mysteries that define the Southern landscape. The production emphasizes atmosphere, using sound and music to pull you deeper into the pine forests, misty swamps, and crumbling antebellum homes where these tales reside. It’s a journey off the beaten path, exploring how the past-with all its complexities, tragedies, and lingering spirits-continues to echo into the present. Listening to this podcast is an immersive experience, a step into a world where the line between story and memory, the living and the dead, is beautifully and hauntingly blurred.
Episodes
The Missing Cookies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:12
Was it Santa, or a visitor from the other side? On a quiet Christmas Eve, a plate of cookies disappears, sparking a family mystery that blurs the line between holiday magic and the supernatural. Join us for "The Missing…
Deal with the Devil: A Georgia Trickster Tale [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:35
Can a mere mortal outwit the Devil? In this episode, we share a classic Georgia folktale about a blacksmith who refuses to surrender his soul without a fight. With a clever plan and the help of a local witch, he prepares…
One More Room: A Haunted Atlanta Hotel Ghost Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:59
When a Hollywood location scout arrives in Atlanta to find the perfect backdrop for a new film, he thinks he's found a gem in a historic downtown hotel. But as he settles in for the night, he realizes that some locations…
The Bell Witch Cave [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:34
In this original Southern ghost story, two children learn that some dares go too far when they venture into the infamous Bell Witch Cave in Adams, Tennessee. Based on the legendary 19th-century haunting that terrified a…
A Beloved Teacher [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:32
Deep in the Georgia marshlands, a simple grave marker tells a story of courage. Join us for 'A Beloved Teacher,' an original Southern ghost story from the Georgia coast. Discover why some legacies refuse to be buried and…
The White Dress [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:40
Spooky tale about a young Florida girl who goes to ghastly lengths to get the perfect prom dress. Teachers can download instructional materials based on this story and others on our Lesson Plans page. For more strange So…
The Click-Bok Tree [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:54
A mysterious seed from Africa, a cruel plantation owner, and a tree that refuses to be tamed. Dive into 'The Click-Bok Tree,' a compelling African-American slave folktale about the power of ancestral magic and the search…
The Barefoot Woman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:12
They say even the Devil can't break a happy home alone. Dive into 'The Barefoot Woman,' a classic African-American folktale from Alabama. When a couple's happiness irritates the Devil, he enlists a clever woman to sow th…
Little Cottage in the Woods: An Alabama Civil War Ghost Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:13
Deep in the Alabama wilderness, some secrets refuse to stay buried. When two young girls stumble upon a forgotten, vine-covered cottage in the woods, they think they've found a secret clubhouse. But as the shadows length…
The Boarded Window [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:11
Classic ghost story from the master Ambrose Bierce. For more strange Southern folktales, including stories not on the podcast, visit https://themoonlitroad.com Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroa…