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  • 46. HUN #45 - Spring-Heeled Jack: A Victorian Horror Story

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    In this episode, Haunted Up North investigates the legend of Spring-heeled Jack, a monstrous figure who plagued Victorian England, breathing blue fire and leaping incredible distances. From the cobbled streets of London to the looming moors of Yorkshire, reports of this clawed fiend sent shivers down the spines of all he encountered. But who was Spring-heeled Jack? Was he a figment of mass hysteria, a cunning hoaxer, or something altogether more... unnatural? To donate to the show, please visit our Ko-fi page! [If you enjoyed this episode, we would be grateful if you could leave a positive review on your preferred podcast platform!] *ALL MUSIC COURTESY OF THE NEON SYNDICATE* Trigger Warnings: References to Gender-Based Violence, Sexual Assault & Wrongful Death For more information visit our HAUNTED UP NORTH website. Source Material: Spring-heeled Jack Wikipedia Historic UK All That's Interesting Sky History Fandom UK Mythology The Guide Liverpool

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  • 45. HUN #44 - Haunted On Screen: Ridley Scott's Alien (1979)

    02:10:59
    This week, Haunted Up North blasts off into space with a special Haunted On Screen episode! Join Hannah and Victoria as they discuss their all-time favourite horror film, Ridley Scott's 1979 genre-bending sci-fi masterpiece, Alien. They’ll be cracking open the Nostromo’s airlock to ponder the possible misogyny of android Ash, revere the sheer coolness of Captain Dallas’s jacket, relate to Kane’s iconic ‘morning face’ scene, praise Parker’s heroism, lament Brett’s unforgettable demise, applaud Lambert’s piercingly perfect screams and, of course, absolutely worship the pants off ultimate badass, Warrant Officer Ellen Ripley. To donate to the show, please visit our Ko-fi page! [If you enjoyed this episode, we would be grateful if you could leave a positive review on your preferred podcast platform!] *ALL MUSIC COURTESY OF THE NEON SYNDICATE* Trigger Warnings: References to Extreme Violence, Wrongful Death, Attempted Murder, Sexual Assault & Bloody Scenes For more information visit our HAUNTED UP NORTH website.
  • 44. HUN #43 - West Anchorage High School

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    This week on Haunted Up North, we're delving into a different kind of scare - from eerie campfire tales to spine-tingling encounters within the classrooms of Alaska's high schools! Come along as we explore the haunting legend of the 'Lady in White' at West Anchorage High School, unravel the mysterious occurrences at the secluded Nightmute School, and listen closely to the whispers of a restless spirit said to wander the halls of Ketchikan High's theatre. To donate to the show, please visit our Ko-fi page! [If you enjoyed this episode, we would be grateful if you could leave a positive review on your preferred podcast platform!] *ALL MUSIC COURTESY OF THE NEON SYNDICATE* Trigger Warnings: References to Infant Death, Teenage Death, Accidental Death & Suicide For more information visit our HAUNTED UP NORTH website. Source Material: Anchorage Wikipedia Anchorage Daily News American Ghost Stories WGU Only In Your State The Scare Chamber YouTube YouTube Ketchikan High School Wikipedia
  • 43. HUN #42 - The Thing at No.1 Byron Street

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    In the town of Runcorn, Cheshire, lies a seemingly ordinary house at No.1 Byron Street. But behind its unassuming facade lurks a terrifying history. Locals whisper of a malevolent entity, that during the early 1950s plagued the property and the family who lived there... Grab your headphones, dim the lights, and prepare to be spooked as Haunted Up North investigates the disconcerting tale of ‘The Thing’ at No.1 Byron Street. To enter our Haunted Up North: Classified Prize Draw, please visit our Ko-fi page! *Ends Midnight 17th March 2024* Click here to see inside the Enfield Haunting house! [If you enjoyed this episode, we would be grateful if you could leave a positive review on your preferred podcast platform!] *ALL MUSIC COURTESY OF THE NEON SYNDICATE* Trigger Warnings: References to Accidental Death For more information visit our HAUNTED UP NORTH website. Source Material: Runcorn Wikipedia Southgate Estate CC Publishing Spooky Isles GoodReads
  • 42. HUN #41 - Branwell Brontë: Ghost Hunter

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    In this episode of Haunted Up North, we head to the windswept moors of Haworth, England, the home of the legendary Brontë sisters. We’ll be delving into the captivating and often overlooked story of Branwell Brontë, their troubled yet intriguing brother and his brief foray into the realm of ghost hunting. We'll also unravel the chilling legend of Emily Brontë’s ghost - a spectre whose presence is said to haunt the corridors of an ancient weaver's cottage. To donate to the show, please visit our Ko-fi page! [If you enjoyed this episode, we would be grateful if you could leave a positive review on your preferred podcast platform!] *ALL MUSIC COURTESY OF THE NEON SYNDICATE* Trigger Warnings: References to Substance Abuse For more information visit our HAUNTED UP NORTH website. Source Material: Wikipedia Ghosts & Gravestones of Haworth - Philip Lister
  • 41. HUN #40 - Haunted On Screen: Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992)

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    Sink your teeth into this horror-fuelled Haunted On Screen episode, where Victoria and Hannah delve into the opulent shadows of Francis Ford Coppola's 1992 cinematic masterpiece, 'Bram Stoker's Dracula'. Prepare for a night of lively conversation as Victoria passionately defends Keanu Reeves's much-debated English accent, while Hannah swoons over Gary Oldman's mesmerising transformation and his truly epic hair. But fear not, amidst the fangs and flames, there's room for mutual appreciation too, as they both sing the praises of the scene-stealing Sadie Frost, along with the girl power prowess of actress Dolly Wells. So, dust off your crucifixes (garlic necklaces optional), and settle in for a blood-curdling exploration of desire, damnation and questionable fashion choices. To donate to the show, please visit our Ko-fi page! [If you enjoyed this episode, we would be grateful if you could leave a positive review on your preferred podcast platform!] *ALL MUSIC COURTESY OF THE NEON SYNDICATE* Trigger Warnings: References to Wrongful Death, Infant Death, War, Suicide, Blood & Violence For more information visit our HAUNTED UP NORTH website.
  • 40. HUN #39 - Bedtime Terrors: The Haunting of Penkaet Castle

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    Join Victoria on a journey to the misty Scottish countryside where she explores the ghosts of Penkaet Castle, also known as Fountainhall. This 16th-century architectural masterpiece is not only a sight to behold but also has a spine-tingling reputation for paranormal activity. The castle is known for whispers of restless spirits and unexplained phenomena. However, one object in particular fuels local legends - a four-poster bed that was once slept in by King Charles II himself. To donate to the show, please visit our Ko-fi page! *Please note, our Haunted Up North Mugnificent Prize Draw has now ended.* [If you enjoyed this episode, we would be grateful if you could leave a positive review on your preferred podcast platform!] *ALL MUSIC COURTESY OF THE NEON SYNDICATE* Trigger Warnings: References to Prostate Cancer, Death, Terminal Illness & Sexual Assault For more information visit our HAUNTED UP NORTH website. Source Material: Scottish Places Castles of Scotland In Pure Spirit Mysterious Britain Ancient Pages True Ghost Stories of the British Isles Ian Holbourn Wikipedia RMS Lusitania