Ghosts In The Mountains

In the summer of 1936, a young woman named Helen Clevenger checked into Room 224 of Asheville's historic Battery Park Hotel—and never checked out. Her brutal murder sent shockwaves through the city an...

9 Apr 20251h 35min

Not far from the quiet bends and ancient hollows of Western North Carolina, a myth has echoed through the centuries of sirens who haunt the depths of the French Broad River. In this episode, we wade i...

2 Apr 20251h 19min

In this follow-up to our last episode about the Brown Mountain Lights, we're joined by physicist and astronomer Dr. Dan Caton—professor at Appalachian State University and one of the most dedicated re...

26 Mar 20252h 6min

Not far from Asheville, NC, a centuries-old mystery lingers over the Blue Ridge Mountains—strange glowing orbs flicker and dance along the ridges of Brown Mountain, defying scientific explanation. Rep...

19 Mar 20252h 37min

Deep in the misty landscapes of Wales, a chilling legend has stood the test of time—an ancient oak with a sinister reputation. For centuries, whispers have told of The Strangling Oak, a gnarled and lo...

12 Mar 202558min

Step inside the grand yet enigmatic Reynolds Mansion, a historic Southern antebellum home with a past as rich as it is mysterious. In this episode, hosts Caleb Hanks and Austin Burgess are joined by C...

5 Mar 20251h 50min

In this chilling episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we dive into three terrifying lesser-known tales from the dark corners of Western North Carolina. From Yancey County to Rosman and Asheville, these...

26 Feb 20251h 8min

Deep in the misty mountains of Western North Carolina, a mysterious creature is said to roam—The Boojum. Is it Bigfoot? Or a mountain recluse? This legendary figure is known for his love of rare gemst...

19 Feb 202557min