Diving into the holiday spirit, The Midnight Dreary Podcast unwraps a chilling surprise for bookworms who crave spine-tingling reads or those hunting for a gift for that special reader in their life. In this festive episode, we present a selection of eerie books, perfect for those who revel in a good scare. But before that, we offer a quick peek into the mysterious world of the Myakka Skunk Ape, setting the stage for our upcoming exploration of bigfoot and yetis. PLUS! Explore our latest content drop on the YouTube Channel! Visit @TheMidnightDreary1 for a thrilling experience – make sure to sh ..read more

Prepare to enter the realms of the unknown in Episode 13 of 'The Midnight Dreary.' Host Justin Wood delves into the bone-chilling enigma of being 'scared to death.' Brace yourself for two spine-tingling cases where ancient customs, enigmatic cultures, and ominous curses converge, leaving us to ponder the eerie possibilities. As shadows lengthen across the South, particularly in the heart of Alabama, tales of colossal black cats prowling in the night have emerged. Are these mistaken identities, poor reporting, or is there evidence showing there are a population of big cats slinking through the ..read more

Dive into a delightful Halloween adventure on this special episode of "The Midnight Dreary." Join me as I sit down with my charming 10-year-old daughter for a heartwarming exploration of Halloween through the eyes of a child. We'll uncover the hottest candy trends and the most captivating costumes of 2023, while reflecting on how cherished traditions have evolved since my own childhood. We'd love to hear your thoughts, stories, and suggestions! Reach out to us at TheMidnightDreary@yahoo.com. Wishing you all a spooktacular and joy-filled Halloween ..read more

As October unfolds and the air grows crisper, our latest episode brings you a trio of intriguing topics. First up is a concise journey through the origins of trick-or-treating, tracing its evolution from Celtic tradition to the familiar sight of children donning masks and seeking sweets from their neighbors. In the middle segment, we venture beyond the ordinary, offering insightful guidance for those delving into their family history. Learn how to spot the "bad apples" in your genealogical tree – a skill that proves useful for both the virtuous and the mischievous branches. To cap it off, we d ..read more

Welcome to this week's episode of "The Midnight Dreary," where art meets the macabre. In this tenth episode, we delve deep into the dark realms of creativity, exploring five terrifying pieces of art that will haunt your dreams. Join us as we unravel the sinister secrets behind these masterpieces, shedding light on the eerie stories and the minds that birthed them. Dare to enter the world where art meets the afterlife, but first, we discuss a heart-wrenching, real life story of a mother who refused to bury her solider son for over a decade.  Questions and Suggestions? Submit to TheMidnight ..read more

Bringing back the short and scary stories, this brief tale is titled "See You Soon". We follow Manny, a single guy whose evening is interrupted by a strange visitor. This story is also in my book Needless Nightmares which is available on Amazon. Questions and suggestions, shoot them to TheMidnightDreary@yahoo.com ..read more

In Episode 7, we briefly touch on some creepy news as an expedition is underway to explore Loch Ness more thoroughly than ever to find out if the elusive Nessie once lived among the depths of the lake or if she's still hiding below the surface (or if there are more natural options that explain the sightings). Then we have narrowed down the Top 3 Horror NES Games that'll take you on a journey back to the early 90's. Agree or disagree with the list? Send your thoughts to TheMidnightDreary@yahoo.com ..read more

Back in time for spooky season! On this return episode, we provide a quick review of creepy cryptid content from Theodore Roosevelt's book "The Wilderness Hunter", touch on the government releasing information on UAP's, and a deep dive into the historic Pascagoula Alien Abduction. The Wilderness Hunter - Buy it on Amazon Pascagoula - The Closest Encounter: My Story - Calvin Parker's book discussing the Pascagoula Incident ..read more

Listen in as I discuss my Top 5 Horror Villains. Agree, disagree? Let me know - TheMidnightDreary@yahoo.com 8 days away from HALLOWEEN! I also discuss the Netflix Series "The Watcher", and a brief background of the real story that inspired this show. And for fun, I peppered in some really brief stories throughout the show from one of my favorite books, Mysteries of the Unexplained ..read more

It's October, and we're in full spooky mode at The Midnight Dreary! Next week we're going to nail down my Top 5 horror movie villains - send yours to TheMidnightDreary@yahoo.com. This week, I read a classic Appalachian tale called "Tailypo". Most versions are similar, and although I rewrote for my book "Needless Nightmares", I was careful not to stray from the classic structure of this tale. A longtime favorite story of mine, I hope you enjoy ..read more