Zealot

A podcast about cults.

Rank #1: Zealot 3: Raelians with Katie Jamieson.
Jo Thornely talks to Katie Jamieson about the go-to cult for man-buns and active wear: The Raelians

Rank #2: Zealot 6: The Moonies with Kerri Sackville.
Jo Thornely talks to Kerri Sackville about the cult well known for mass weddings and less well known for disgusting sex handkerchiefs: The Moonies.

Heaven's Gate

In 1997, thirty-nine people took their own lives in an apparent mass suicide. The events captivated the media and had people across the planet asking the same question...‘Why?’ 20 years later, those who lost loved ones and those who still believe - tell their story. Hosted by Glynn Washington of Snap Judgment.

Rank #1: 1: The Seekers.
The Heaven's Gate faithful weren't freaks or space cadets. They were regular people, hungry for something more. They were Seekers.

Rank #2: 2: The Two.
It's one thing to join a group your mom would call a cult. It's another thing when your mom starts one.

Snap Judgment Presents: Spooked

Spooked features true-life supernatural stories, told firsthand by people who can barely believe it happened themselves. Be afraid. Created in the dark of night, by Snap Judgment and WNYC Studios. WNYC Studios is a listener-supported producer of other leading podcasts, including Radiolab, On the Media, Death, Sex & Money, Nancy and many others.© WNYC Studios

Rank #1: Borderlands .
Stories:  "Border Boogeyman" - Rocky Elmore worked as a border patrol agent and out there, in the pitch black, he was never sure if he was completely alone.   "The Seer" - The trouble began in Sri Lanka, when Chandra’s aunt woke up one day and couldn’t move her arms or legs.  The doctors had no answers, but a mysterious priest did. 

Rank #2: The Thin Place .
Martin is a paramedic. He has a gift for saving peoples' lives. He also has another, darker, gift--one that he doesn’t want to use. Season 3 Episode 1  Season III is ALIVE!! There are 26 new episodes of Spooked coming this season each week through Halloween and into a spooky November. To listen to them all, download the Luminary mobile app or go to LuminaryPodcasts.com. And remember, don't turn out the lights...

Cults

Mystery. Manipulation. Murder. Cults are associated with all of these. But what really goes on inside a cult? More specifically, what goes on inside the minds of people who join cults and leaders who start them? Every Tuesday, Greg and Vanessa (co-hosts of the podcast Serial Killers) explore the history and psychology behind the most notorious cults. Cults is part of the Parcast Network and is a Cutler Media production.

Rank #1: Movement for the Restoration of the Ten Commandments of God .
In a country torn apart by civil war, Credonia Mwerinde and Joseph Kibwetere were united by their desire for power and reverence. Claiming that they were messengers of God called upon to save the world from its impending apocalypse, Mwerinde and Kibwetere preyed upon the vulnerable and passionately religious in Ugandan society. Greg and Vanessa investigate the lives of these cult leaders, and how they began to build what would become one of the deadliest cults in history.   

Rank #2: Twelve Tribes - Elbert Spriggs .
Elbert Eugene Spriggs Jr. felt he could never live up to his strict Christian father's expectations. After three failed marriages and numerous jobs, Spriggs had a revelation that his duty was to bring people to God - but to do that he wanted to establish a new church...one where he would make the rules. 

Inside The Exorcist

In 1973 Hell came home and invaded the body of a young girl. This is the story of a movie and its makers. It's a tale of dark and light, of loss and love. A story of faith and fury, of causes and curses, of horrors real and imagined, of unbridled ego and brute force filmmaking. It's the movie critics called "religious pornography" and "occultist claptrap." The movie that left audiences...hysterical. Decades later, it remains perhaps the most frightening movie we will ever see. From Wondery, this is a seven-part deep dive inspired by the story behind an unforgettable, classic movie. This is...Inside The Exorcist.

Rank #1: The Haunted Boy | E1.
The story of The Exorcist is rooted in horrifying facts. Robbie is a young boy living in suburban Washington DC and he has been possessed by...something. Young Linda Blair loves horses, young William Friedkin loves scaring people, and young William Peter Blatty hears the story of the haunted boy in his religion class at Georgetown. It was so shocking, he would never forget it. One day, he will write it down.Subscribe today so you never miss an episode: https://smarturl.it/itexThank you to our sponsors:Shudder - Join Shudder today for the best in thrillers, suspense, and horror and get a free month when you enter code EXORCIST at checkout. www.shudder.comMack Weldon - When facing down your worst nightmare, performance based undergarments can make all the difference. Get 20% off when you enter code EXORCIST at checkout. www.mackweldon.com

Rank #2: The Snares of the Devil | E2.
Priests try - and fail - to exorcise the haunted boy’s demons. Meanwhile, William Friedkin witnesses a life-changing execution and insults a Hollywood icon. He loses a job but impresses writer William Peter Blatty, who’s working on a story that is his next best alternative to unemployment. Friedkin finishes the movie The French Connection as Blatty prepares the book that will soon become a number one bestseller.Subscribe today so you never miss an episode: https://smarturl.it/itexThank you to our sponsors:Shudder - Join Shudder today for the best in thrillers, suspense, and horror and get a free month when you enter code EXORCIST at checkout. www.shudder.comMack Weldon - When facing down your worst nightmare, performance based undergarments can make all the difference. Get 20% off when you enter code EXORCIST at checkout. www.mackweldon.com

The Walk

A thriller in which you, the listener, are the hero. The Walk begins in Inverness station, Scotland. Through a case of mistaken identity, you, "the walker," are given a vital package that must be couriered to Edinburgh. But as you're about to board the train, terrorists blow it up and set off an electromagnetic pulse! None of the cars or trains are working - you'll have to walk - but now the terrorists are on your trail because they want the device you're carrying, and the police are after you as a suspect in the bombing. To survive, you'll have to join up with other escapees from the city - but how many of them can you trust, and are they really who they say they are?

Rank #1: 1.01 - Your Mission.
You have one mission: transport a mysterious package on a train from Inverness to Edinburgh.  But when The Burn intervenes and a bomb goes off at the station, the police are on the hunt for a terrorist and you’re the number one suspect.  The entire city is on lockdown but you have to get out before they find you - the survival of the human race depends on it.

Rank #2: 1.02 - The City Limits.
The city limits are controlled by military officers and checkpoints.  While you and your found cohort of survivors work together to create a distraction and slip through the barrier, alliances begin to form and questions of true identity arise.  How long can you keep your secret, and who can you trust?

The Strange and Unusual Podcast

The unknown. It lies at the root of all fear, and has inspired legends, superstition, folklore, customs, hysteria, and even murder throughout history. Still today we feel the shadowy presence of our ancestors' struggles to explain the mysterious in almost every facet of our lives. Whether it be in the form of religion, urban legends, pop culture, ghost stories, superstitious rituals, and so much more we are still just fighting to keep our monsters in the dark. Welcome to The Strange and Unusual Podcast.

Rank #1: I Put A Spell On You | Ep. 3.
Curses, or the belief in the them, have been with us for millennia. Join Alyson as she takes you through the world of curses and hexes through history, fiction, and true crime. We will will explore the Black Death, Shakespeare, the witch trials, and more.

Rank #2: Grave Matters in Edinburgh | Ep. 10.
In 1836, seventeen tiny coffins were found on the hillside of Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh, Scotland, adding to the mystery and legends of that location. A new theory emerged in the 1990's as to their purpose, and it would center on the infamous 19th century West Port murders, perpetrated by Burke and Hare. Join me as we enter the world of body snatchers, and explore 19th century Edinburgh.

Creepy

From creator Jon Grilz, a collection of the most famous and disturbing creepypastas and urban legends in the world. Listener discretion is advised. Stories requests can be made on twitter @creepypod or via email at creepypod@gmail.com

Rank #1: Bonus: Darkest Night Season 3 Episode 1.
As a special bonus episode, here is episode 1 of the all new third season of Darkest Night! Subscribe here and get the full episode as well as episode 2 now! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/darkest-night/id1163871694?mt=2

Rank #2: God's Mouth.
Heed the warning of the God's Mouth Cave... Presented by What's The Frequency (https://wtfrequency.com/) Written by Abracadaver Sound design by Dylan Sprague Title music by Alex Aldea *** Intro/Outro Narration by Joe Stofko

Steal the Stars

The first audio drama from Tor Labs and Gideon Media, Steal the Stars is a gripping noir science fiction thriller in 14 episodes: Forbidden love, a crashed UFO, an alien body, and an impossible heist unlike any ever attempted - scripted by Mac Rogers, the award-winning playwright and writer of the multi-million download The Message and LifeAfter.

Rank #1: 1: Warm Bodies.
Dakota Prentiss runs security at the secretive Quill Marine compound, run by private defense conglomerate Sierra. Today she's breaking in a new security staffer, Matt Salem. Which means Matt has to pass a crucial test: how he reacts to the secret at the heart of Quill Marine.  Learn more about Steal the Stars novelization here: http://bit.ly/STSNovel This week's episode is brought to you by Audible (Audible.com/stealthestars) and Plated (Plated.com/stars. Terms apply). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rank #2: 2: Three Dogs.
As Dak and Matt try to extinguish their forbidden relationship before it starts, we meet Lloyd, a brilliant xenobiologist who's about to risk his life in a dangerous encounter with the Harp. Learn more about Steal the Stars novelization here: http://bit.ly/STSNovel This week's episode is sponsored by Plated (Plated.com/stars. Terms and conditions apply) and Leesa (Leesa.com/stars). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Haunted Places

You’ve heard of haunted houses, haunted cemeteries, haunted islands...but do you know how a normal place can become a paranormal minefield? Every haunted place on earth has a frightening, real backstory. Every Thursday, we take you on an audio tour of a new haunted place, and it’s haunted history! Subscribe for free on Spotify to listen our Urban Legends bonus series every Tuesday.

Rank #1: Bodie State Historic Park.
Bodie, California is an abandoned gold rush town that was founded in 1859 by W.S. Bodey. When Bodey and his gold-mining partner walked to the next town, they got caught in a blizzard. Bodey collapsed and his partner left him to die. Bodey’s body wasn’t found until the spring thaw, but his partner said that every night that winter, Bodey’s frozen corpse returned, tapping against the window asking to be let inside. 

Rank #2: The Sultan’s Palace.
At the end of most ghost tours in New Orleans, you’ll be led to 716 Dauphine Street. The building has seen better days, and you sense something is wrong as you watch locals avoid this spot at all costs. Rumor has it, a bloody massacre occurred here, turning the Sultan’s Palace into a tomb for those dismembered in the slaughter. 

A Murder On Orchard Street

Follow the breakneck twists and turns of a strange, unsolved 2003 homicide where our reporter delves into her original recordings in an attempt to change the course of the case completely. Experience the case from every angle -- from the perspectives of the initial suspect, detectives, witnesses and the determined family of the victim, Burke O'Brien.

Rank #1: 3. The Victim's Jacket.
Detective Kenny Silvia is looking for a motive and thinks he's found one, but Forrest's interrogation leaves him with doubts.Support this podcast with a review ----> http://bit.ly/2x6pt17** Subscribe to "Start Here," the new daily podcast from ABC News, available on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/2pvq8Ws), Google Podcasts (http://bit.ly/2JZSK70), or your favorite podcast app!"A Murder On Orchard Street" is a production of ABC News Nightline, ABC Radio & ABC News Digital. Subscribe to the daily "Nightline" podcast on Apple Podcasts (http://apple.co/2kBeFp9) or wherever you're listening right now. Find more ABC podcasts at http://www.abcnewspodcasts.com

Rank #2: Bonus: The Legacy.
In this bonus episode, now-retired Detective Kenny Silvia and two of Burke O'Brien's sisters open up to ABC News' Christina Kiely about how the case has impacted their lives. Support this podcast with a review ----> http://bit.ly/2x6pt17 Check out our new series, "A Killing On the Cape." Listen and subscribe: http://apple.co/2z2k2E2 ** Subscribe to "Start Here," the new daily podcast from ABC News, available on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/2pvq8Ws), Google Podcasts (http://bit.ly/2JZSK70), or your favorite podcast app! "A Murder On Orchard Street" is a production of ABC News Nightline, ABC Radio & ABC News Digital. Subscribe to the daily "Nightline" podcast on Apple Podcasts (http://apple.co/2kBeFp9) or wherever you're listening right now. Find more ABC podcasts at http://www.abcnewspodcasts.com.

RABBITS

When Carly Parker’s friend Yumiko goes missing under very mysterious circumstances, Carly’s search for her friend leads her headfirst into a ancient mysterious game known only as Rabbits. Soon Carly begins to suspect that Rabbits is much more than just a game, and that the key to understanding Rabbits, might be the key to the survival of our species, and the Universe, as we know it.

Rank #1: Episode 101: Game On.
In the series premiere of Rabbits, Carly Parker's search for her missing best friend leads her to a mysterious nameless ancient game the players refer to only as “Rabbits;” a secret, dangerous, and occasionally fatal underground game, where the prizes are unclear but may involve: large sums of money, NSA or CSI recruitment, and perhaps even the key to unlocking the secrets of the universe. RABBITS WEBSITE PUBLIC RADIO ALLIANCE TWITTER

Rank #2: Episode 102: Concernicus Jones.
In the second episode of Rabbits, Carly continues her search for Yumiko aided by a potential new ally, a stranger who appears to know a great deal about the mysterious game known as “Rabbits.” RABBITS WEBSITE PUBLIC RADIO ALLIANCE TWITTER SUPPORT RABBITS BY VISITING OUR SPONSORS! Squarespace Offer code: RABBITS Stamps.com Offer code: RABBITS        Ziprecruiter.com/rabbits Offer code: RABBITS Check out TANIS! 

The Black Tapes

The Black Tapes is a weekly podcast from the creators of Pacific Northwest Stories, and is hosted by Alex Reagan. The Black Tapes Podcast is a serialized docudrama about one journalist's search for truth, her subject's mysterious past, and the literal and figurative ghosts that haunt them both. Do you believe?

Rank #1: Episode 103 - The Unsound.
The mystery of Dr. Strand’s past becomes murkier as Alex joins him in a Black Tapes case centered on a musician’s suicide and the possible discovery of a sound that is rumored to have been created by Lucifer himself.

Rank #2: Episode 104 - Turn That Frown Upside Down.
A grisly murder launches a macabre festival, and Alex and Dr. Strand must work together to try and connect the dots of a strange small town’s dark history. At the same time, Alex begins to question whether or not she can really trust the man behind these mysterious Black Tapes.

Darkest Night

Darkest Night is a binaural audio drama that places you, the listener, at the center of a recovered memory that sounds as though it’s happening around you in real time. Each chapter delves into the last memories of the recently deceased, slowly revealing a horrifying master plan. Who is weaving this master conspiracy, and what is their ultimate goal? Subscribe now to find out, and wear headphones for the best, most terrifying results. Darkest Night is narrated by Lee Pace (The Hobbit Films, Guardians of the Galaxy, Pushing Daisies. Halt & Catch Fire, etc). Darkest Night features acting performances from Denis O'Hare (American Horror Story), Maynard James Keenan, Missi Pyle (The Artist & Dodgeball), RuPaul, Michelle Visage, and Jeffery Bowyer-Chapman.

Rank #1: Chapter 3: Subject 6-Alpha-2.
In this episode, Project Cyclops takes us behind the most unusual of quarantines. Cast List: Narrator - Lee Pace Dr. John Kinsler - Denis O'Hare Katie Reed - Brynn Langford Faith - Megan Gorman George - Lorenzo Antonucci Lennie - Miguel Lopez Ramsey - Callie Schuttera   Written by Christopher Bloodworth and Jimmy Juliano.   Directed and produced by Alex Aldea and Victor Figueroa.   Music composed by Alex Aldea and Johnny Ferro.   Live Strings Performed by Andrew Joslyn.   This episode is sponsored by Shudder. Use offer code "darkestnight" for a free month.   Follow Darkest Night:   Website: www.darkestnightpod.com Twitter: @darkestnightpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darkestnightpod

Rank #2: Chapter 4: In the Basement.
In this episode, we join two paranormal investigators on quite the unique discovery. Cast List: Narrator - Lee Pace Dr. John Kinsler - Denis O'Hare Katie Reed - Brynn Langford Marcus - Zach Crowley Emily - Ellyn Jameson Brett - Casey Adler     Written by Christopher Bloodworth and Jimmy Juliano.   Directed and produced by Alex Aldea and Victor Figueroa.   Music composed by Alex Aldea.   This episode is sponsored by Shudder. Use offer code "darkestnight" for a free month.   Follow Darkest Night:   Website: www.darkestnightpod.com Twitter: @darkestnightpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darkestnightpod

Fictional

Classic lit with a modern tone, every other week.From the creators of Myths and Legends, comes an altogether same-but-different podcast set in the world of classic lit. These are the stories of Dracula, The Time Machine, The Three Musketeers. They're stories written by Jane Austen, Shakespeare, and H.P. Lovecraft, but with a casual, modern tone. Listen as Jason and Carissa Weiser breathe new life into the classics and tell the stories of some of the greatest books ever written.

Rank #1: Sherlock Holmes: The Devil went Down to Cornwall.
Sherlock just wants to take a vacation and not be bothered by mysteries. Just kidding. Sherlock lives for mysteries. Lucky for him (and really only him), even when they get out London they can still manage to get in to a situation with a dead body or two.  Want to really help out the show? Take a few minutes and leave a review in Apple Podcasts! Check it out at http://apple.fictional.fm ----- Music: Theme song and other music by Breakmaster Cylinder

Rank #2: Dante's Inferno: Burning Ring of Fire (Part 1).
Dante's Inferno is an epic poem written by Dante Alighieri in the 1300s as the first part in a much longer work called "The Divine Comedy". It's not a comedy in the "ha ha" sense of the word, but comedy because it starts bad and ends well. Dante travels down through Hell, then up into Purgatory and finally Paradise. Hell, in my opinion, is the most interesting area because it's full of weird characters and crazy punishments. This episode is probably too fun for one that has two characters touring a place of eternal torment. Oh, and here are pictures of the Fisherman! https://twitter.com/fictionalpod/status/904907942264262656