Dead Air Files
Cory Shrewsbury
Dead Air Files is where real encounters with the unexplained meet the eerie crackle of a lost radio signal. Hosted by Mac and LT—two Cousins with firsthand experiences in the paranormal—this show dives into true ghost stories, urban legends, and haunted investigations from Appalachia and beyond. Each episode unfolds like a case file: chilling listener submissions, on-the-ground investigations, and the lore behind the world’s most haunted places. No cheap jump scares here—just raw, atmospheric storytelling, skeptical curiosity, and respect for the unknown. Tune in… and don’t touch that dial. The dead air’s never really empty.
Episodes
Dispatch: Ep. 11 - Coven On The Ridge
High in the shadowed ridges of Appalachia, whispers of witchcraft and folk magic have lingered for centuries. From root workers and conjure women to whispered curses and protective charms nailed above cabin doors, the mountains are alive with stories of those who walked the thin line between healer and feared witch. In this episode, we unravel the lore of Appalachian folk magic, the secrets passed down in hushed tones, and the witches said to gather in secret covens on the ridgehttps://linktr.ee/Dead_Air_Fil... Music: YouTube- Mountain Air Medley by Dirk Powell
DAF:Ep.10 - Tommyknockers At Midnight (Nuttallburg Ghost Town)
Beneath the rusting bones of Nuttallburg, the dead still whisper — miners’ knocks echoing through the gorge, warnings from the Tommyknockers who once haunted the coal seams. But not every shadow belongs to a ghost. As we searched for spirits, footsteps followed too close, and the line between folklore and real danger blurred. In this case file, we face the unnerving truth: sometimes it isn’t the dead you need to fear. wanna join the Static Order? follow our Socials for Behind the scences an special case footage and more.https://linktr.ee/Dead_Air_Fil... new episodes every Thursday! like and Subscribe!! So we can keep bringing you these amazing stories and investigate things that go bump in the night have a spooky story or something you just cant explain, send us a E-mail an we will feature you on our listener Round-Ups [email protected] THANKNYOU DEADHEADS FOR ALL THE SUPPORT
Crossroads: Appalachian Superstition. ft. Nathan (Sunflower And Nightshade)
Episode 9 – Shadows of Belief: Appalachian Superstitions In this special crossover, Mac is joined by Nathan from Sunflower & Nightshade Podcast as they unravel the eerie world of Appalachian superstition. From hollow whispers about owls at midnight to age-old warnings of witch signs carved into doorframes, we dive deep into the folklore that has shaped mountain life for generations. Together, we swap stories, question the roots of these age-worn beliefs, and explore how superstition still lingers in the dark corners of Appalachia. Pull up your chair, light a lantern, and listen close—because in the mountains, even the smallest belief can carry the weight of a curse.
Dispatch: Ep.08 - Voices From The Deep
The ocean holds secrets darker than any forest or forgotten road. In this dispatch, Mac dives into a chilling deep-sea mystery—where sound becomes signal, and something vast stirs in the black water. Strange recordings, eyewitness encounters, and the unnerving possibility of a creature that should not exist all rise to the surface. Pull your blanket tight and brace yourself—this case drags us into the abyss. https://linktr.ee/Dead_Air_Fil...
DAF Listener Round-Up Vol. 2
In this Listener Roundup, we open the case files you’ve sent in — stories that prove the paranormal reaches from the streets we drive to the dreams we can’t escape. Tonight, we’ll follow a phantom car that roars out of the dark before vanishing, hear of a Filipino Engkanto whose beauty hides danger, meet the ghostly secretaries still haunting their office, and step inside a dream that refuses to stay a dream. These and more first-hand encounters remind us: the dead air is everywhere. Hold your drink snug, pull up your blanket, and prepare yourself for Dead Air Files case number 7. 👉 https://linktr.ee/dead_air_fil... Music: Journey Musician: Oliver Hughes (Instrumental)
Dispatch: Ep.06 - Shadows Of The Outback, The Yowie
Mac ventures into the shadowy forests of Australia in search of the elusive Yowie, a cryptid whispered about in local folklore. From chilling eyewitness accounts to strange sounds captured in the wild, this episode dives deep into the mystery of a creature that stalks the outback. Hold your drink snug, pull up your blanket, and prepare yourself for Dead Air Files case number 6, where the line between legend and reality blurs under the moonlit canopy. Linktr.ee/Dead_Air_Files
DAF: Ep.05 - Haunted Road of Yellow Sulphur
Tucked away along a winding backcountry road in Virginia, the Yellow Sulphur Springs Hotel stands as a weathered sentinel over centuries of history and hauntings. Once a lavish resort where travelers sought healing in its mineral-rich waters, the site became a crossroads for soldiers, settlers, and spirits alike. Its past is steeped in Civil War bloodshed, Cherokee displacement, and the quiet endurance of the African American community that built and worked the grounds. But the echoes haven’t faded. Locals still speak of shadowy figures drifting through the windows, spectral soldiers marching the perimeter, and phantom music floating from the darkness. Some swear the road itself twists reality—where headlights vanish into the fog and unseen footsteps follow too close for comfort. In this episode, Mac and Smash return to the scene with open recorders and restless curiosity. What begins as a late-night investigation turns into a layered journey through forgotten history, eyewitness accounts, and unsettling personal encounters. By the time the mist settles, you may find yourself wondering if Yellow Sulphur Road is just haunted… or if it’s alive.
Dispatch: Ep.04 - Whispers Beneath The Fur
Something stalks the ridgelines. Eyes gleaming like coals. Screams that split the night. In this episode, Mac ventures deep into the tangled roots of Appalachian legend to uncover the truth behind the Wampus Cat. From Cherokee shapeshifter myths to eerie roadside encounters, we follow the clawprints through time—right up to chilling, present-day sightings. Is it a cursed spirit, a cryptid, or something far stranger? Hold your drink snug, pull up your blanket, and prepare yourself for Dead Air Files case number 004. Click the link to help support the podcasthttps://linktr.ee/dead_air_fil... Music: Almost Love Musician: Ahmed Sirour Music: Funk Band Musician: AlexGuz
DAF Listener Round-Up VOL. 1
**Disclaimer** The First part of Podcast Audio is rough. Had technical difficulties, after first story, audio is ok. Episode 3 – Whispers You Sent Us The stories in this episode didn’t come from dusty archives or abandoned tunnels—they came from you. In our first ever listener roundup, Mac and Smash dive into chilling true encounters submitted by our own Deadheads. From haunted heirlooms to unexplainable visions and a visitor who only shows up when the lights go out—these stories prove the paranormal is closer than we think. Hold your drink snug, pull up your blanket, and prepare yourself for Dead Air Files case number 003. Got a story of your own? We’re always listening. Email us at: [email protected] Thank you to everyone who submitted a story! Special Shoutout to- Nathan Checkout: Sunflower and Nightshade podcast
Dispatch: Ep.02 - Beast Of Gum Hill
Something’s been watching. And it’s not human. In this Dispatch episode, Mac returns to the dark hollers of Virginia to recount a chilling solo encounter deep in the woods near Gum Hill. A shredded tent. Unseen eyes in the night. And a towering beast that vanished without a trace. Was it a cryptid, a spirit, or something far older than folklore dares speak of? Grab your gear, press play, and descend with us into the Appalachian unknown. This is Dead Air Files – Dispatch 02: Beast of Gum Hill.https://linktr.ee/Dead_Air_Fil... Music: Darkness Cinematic Sport Trailer Musician: AlexGuz Music: Empty Mind Musician: Lofi_hour Site: https://pixabay.com/music/empt...
DAF: Ep.01 - Echoes In The Dark (Poor House Road Tunnel)
Beneath a quiet stretch of Lexington, Virginia, lies a tunnel swallowed by shadow—and legend. Locals whisper of lost souls, unexplained screams, and the heavy silence that waits just beyond the bend. In our first official case file, Mac investigates the Poor House Road Tunnel—where the dead aren’t buried, they linger. Featuring firsthand accounts, historical backstory, and eerie sonic evidence, this episode sets the tone for what Dead Air Files is all about: the unexplained, the overlooked, and the undeniably unsettling. Hold your drink snug. Pull up your blanket. Prepare yourself for Dead Air Files Case #001.https://linktr.ee/Dead_Air_Fil... Music: Let the Mystery Unfold Musician: geoffharvey Site: https://pixabay.com/music/-let...
Prelude Ep. 00: Static In The Dark
Our Prelude Episode before I’m joined by co-host Smash for our First episode, and I promise you won’t want to miss it. Make sure to like and follow and click the link below for more eerie awesomeness … Long before Dead Air Files began, a childhood encounter near an abandoned school in Christiansburg left Mac shaken—and haunted. In this prelude episode, we unravel the dark legend of the Black Sisters: three veiled women cloaked in death, mystery, and whispers of witchcraft. What began as a local tale soon twisted into a personal nightmare. https://linktr.ee/Dead_Air_Fil...