Espooky Tales
Latin American folklore, myths, legends, haunted places and espooky cuentos del rancho. Hear the stories you grew up with like La Llorona, as well as true stories from listeners and guests. Join friends, Cristina & MJ, every Friday and hear these tales. Stay espooky!
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Recent Episodes
Babysitting horror story, a mimic, a shadow person and a ghostly breakfast
May 26, 2023
Hi Espookies! We (cristina and MJ) have both been sick and haven't been able to record, so we are releasing this Patreon episode from April instead! We do spend the first 10 minutes talking about ADHD, hyperfixations and hob…
The Thing in the Desert and More Haunted Border Stories
May 12, 2023
The journey from Mexico to the United States is extremely difficult, with dangers at every corner. Now add in a paranormal element and it becomes worse. On today's episode, Cristina shares Mario's encounter with something in…
Espooky Book Club: The Hacienda with Ayden of Susto Podcast
May 8, 2023
The Hacienda is written by Isabel Cañas. It's set in the aftermath of the Mexican War of Independence. It follows Beatriz, a mestiza woman, who, in an attempt to improve her life after the war, marries a wealthy Hacienda own…
Haunted Stores in Mexico
May 5, 2023
If you've been to Mexico, or anywhere in Latin America, chances are you've been in a tienda Oxxo. These are the largest chain of convenience stores in all of Latin America and maybe even the most haunted? In today's episode,…
Stories From Belize
April 28, 2023
Belize is located in Central America and is full of beaches and jungles. Most people don't think of scary legends and myths and Belize together, but tales in Belize include the Tata Duende, ghosts on roads, legends of pacts …
Scary Semana Santa Stories
April 21, 2023
Semana Santa or Holy Week is a catholic celebration leading up to Easter. There are many beliefs surrounding this week, as well as, you guessed it, scary legends and strange superstitions! On this episode, Cristina tells gue…
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Recent Blog Posts
Haunted Cemetery in Mexico
What is scarier than a graveyard? Probably one with ghosts! Here are stories from a haunted cemetery in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico.
Las Poquianchis
Las Poquianchis are one of the most prolific killers in Mexico and the deadliest group of sisters.
La Mano Peluda: El Caso de Josue
Over the years, the Mexican paranormal radio show has received terrifying calls. One of the most terrifying, was a call from a man named Josue.