This episode is part three of a multi-part series where JC will share some "Easter Eggs" regarding characters, places, and events that take place in the series of short stories called Things That Go Bump in the Night: Volume One, Urban Legends. In this episode, we will learn about JC's obsession with Star Wars and how this ties into her short stori…

This episode is part two of a multi-part series where JC will share some "Easter Eggs" regarding characters, places, and events that take place in the series of short stories called Things That Go Bump in the Night: Volume One, Urban Legends. In this episode, we will learn about the movie Somewhere in Time and its connection to the short story Para…

This episode is part one of a multi-part series where JC will share some "Easter Eggs" regarding characters, places, and events that take place in the series of short stories called Things That Go Bump in the Night: Volume One, Urban Legends. In this episode, we will learn the origin of Elmer the cat.…

In conjunction with our good friends at Floor Five Theatre Company, we have launched the podcast audio drama for WHO'S BACK AT THE DOOR? - book 4 in the Things That Go Bump in the Night Urban Legends series. In this episode, we will preview the audio drama by airing the first two episodes - Prologue & Chapter One. Sit back, relax, and immerse yours…

Things That Go Bump in the Night Investigates is a new series from JC Bratton, where she will discuss various topics related to the afterlife and "near death experiences." In this episode, JC focuses on "The Life Review," a phenomenon where a person relives various moments of one's life (more commonly known as "life flashing before one's eyes").…

Henry Carhart is an up-and-coming young adult sci-fi/fantasy author. His soon-to-be-released novel, Project Impossible, is not only action-packed, but it also addresses real issues that teens face, such as depression, bullying, and emotional abuse. I had the honor of being a beta reader for his novel, and all I can say is WOW! In this episode, we w…

Things That Go Bump in the Night Investigates is a new series from JC Bratton, where she will discuss various topics related to the afterlife and "near death experiences." In this episode, JC focuses on "The Light" and the research of Dr. Kenneth Ring, who gives a well-researched explanation for this phenomenon that has affected millions of people …

In this "Best of" episode of Things That Go Bump in the Night, JC walks us through 5 creepy doll subtropes of the horror genre: the "protector" doll, the evil clown doll, the killer dummy doll, the conduit/possessed doll, and the "based on a true story" doll.

In this "Best of" episode of Things That Go Bump in the Night, JC describes the phenomenon of terminal lucidity and its connection with the mind-body problem.

In this "Best of" episode of Things That Go Bump in the Night, JC reads to you an article she wrote back in 2021 that uncovers five reasons why we love the slasher horror genre (hint: there is actually some science to it!).

Welcome to a special episode of Things That Go Bump in the Night: LIVE at IMP Studios in Paramus, New Jersey! Joining host and writer JC Bratton is Ellen Ko. Ellen is the voice behind a number of characters in the Things That Go Bump in the Night Pod Dramas. She is best known as the voice of Alex Anderson, the protagonist of Parasomnia. Ellen will …

It finally happened! Although it took a year to produce, we are finally releasing the podcast audio dramas for JC Bratton’s Things That Go Bump in the Night, a series of young adult thriller short stories released in 2020. A podcast audio drama is like an audio book, but there are actors and sound effects. Basically, you’re listening to a movie! Th…

When we think of stalkers, the typical image is a male hooded figure lurking in the dark. We think of fictional characters like Michael Myers in Halloween or real life creepers such as John Hinckley Jr., who attempted to assassinate President Ronald Reagan to gain the attention of actress Jodie Foster. Believe it or not, though, it’s not just the m…

As Wes Craven and Kevin Williamson taught us ever so brilliantly in the Scream franchise, there is a basic formula in slasher horror: the person who ends up outsmarting the killer at the end is the studious young woman who (typically) avoids the “sin factor.” There is a name for this brave heroine: the “Final Girl.” Setting aside the social comment…

In this episode, JC interviews author, educator, and entrepreneur J. Steve Miller. Steve's books focus on near death experiences and deathbed visions — topics that aim to solve the hard problem: does consciousness continue after our physical bodies die?

In the Season 2 Premiere of Things That Go Bump in the Night, JC is freaked out by an alarm clock that seems to have a mind of its own...!

JC discusses targeted advertising and its creepy effects: follow-up episode.

In the season finale of Things That Go Bump in the Night, JC interviews Liz Entin, Podcaster and author of “WTF Just Happened?!” Liz has been researching the phenomenon of Near Death Experiences and the real possibility that consciousness continues after the physical body dies.

In this episode, JC discusses The Mandela Effect phenomenon: the causes and her own M.E.!

In this episode, JC explains the mysterious origins of the date “Friday the 13th.”

JC discusses The Mothman and his mysterious origins.

In this episode, JC discusses the phenomenon called “The Strange-Face Illusion” and how that relates to the “creepy mirror” horror trope.

In this episode, JC takes us through the origins of “The Witching Hour,” a time when the veil between life and death is at its thinnest.

In this episode, JC discusses the phenomenon of children who claim to have lived a past life. And you thought children weren’t creepy...

In this episode, JC discusses the “Female Stalker” and how we shouldn’t count them out in horror.

JC discusses targeted advertising and its creepy effects.

In this episode, JC discusses the origin of Bloody Mary, the childhood urban legend that may have roots in real-life serial killer Elizabeth Báthory.

Joined this week with a surprise guest host, we talk about possibly one of the most heinous serial rapists and killers out there, David Parker Ray. Also know as the toy box killer. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

Happy Halloween month everyone! This week we will be discussing the paranormal investigation I got to do earlier this month! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

Hey everyone, just wanted to give you all an update. We bought a house and moved in last weekend, man is buying a house hard! Anywho, I am working really hard on unpacking everything, but within the next week or two I will be uploading new episodes! If you have any suggestions that you want me to cover for October, head on over to the Facebook page…

This week we talk about the drama surrounding zak Bagans of ghost adventures, the haunted doll Annabelle, and her new handler Tony Spera.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

This week we're going to talk about my own personal paranormal experiences, including the time I got to go on a ghost hunt with an actual paranormal investigation team in St Ignatius hospital, which has been featured on shows such as ghost adventures and paranormal lockdown! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-bl…

This episode we will be covering the police brutality that poc have to endure and the changes that need to be made. We see you. We feel for you. And we will do our part to ensure that you are given the same human rights as everyone else. We understand that your voices weren't being heard and we will all join you. All of our voices will be heard. Al…

Hey everyone! Hope you're staying safe and healthy! This week we're gonna talk about cursed films. Join me every Thursday at 7pm PST for a live episode at getvokl.com! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

This, on the eve of the forty year anniversary of one of the most disastrous volcanic eruptions in US history, we're going to cover the may 18, 1980 eruption, the deaths, and paranormal activity near the volcano of Mount St Helens. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support…

This week we cover two interconnecting government conspiracies! Hope you enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

Hey guys! This week we're gonna talk about the death of Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain. Did he really commit suicide? Or was he murdered by his wife? Listen in and you decide! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

Hey everyone! Hope you're all being safe out there! This week we are covering Robert Lee Yates JR, Spokane's biggest serial killer--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

New episode is out guys. Trigger warning, this is a hard episode to read. It's very sickening. But today I am covering the murderer Ted Bundy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

Hey everyone! Hope you're all staying healthy! Today I'm going to revisit our live Halloween episode: John Wayne Gacy! Thank you all for being patient with me during this time! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

Hey everyone. Here's just a small update on what is taking so long on getting you a new episode. Please be patient with us as we work really hard to bring you some truly spectacular content and please be safe. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

Tonight we talk about the infamous Madame LaLaurie in new Orleans. Mouse also starts the deep discussion surround lgbtq+ and the death of Matthew Shepherd--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

Guys! I scared mouse tonight! Tonight we discussed the terrifying experience of Adam Ellis with the ghost child Dear David. Mouse also goes on a Scottish roads trips with many different haunts. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

Happy New year everyone! Today I talk about the Covina massacre: a Santa dressed killer who attempted to slaughter an entire family. I also talk about the Anderson murders near Seattle Washington in 2007.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

Hi everyone! Here's a short episode for you all on different Christmas legends from around the world! I hope you enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

Hey everyone, sorry for the delay on a new episode. Things have been crazy hectic due to preparing for Christmas. Have no fear though, there will be a new episode tonight! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

Tonight we have one more special guest, my brother-in-law Josh! We talk about one of the most haunted buildings in the Portland Oregon area: McMenamins Edgefield Hotel! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

Hey everyone! Sorry for the late episode. I'm traveling this week. But this week we have a special guest; my sister Micki! Tonight we talk about all the spooky experiences we had growing up. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support

Tonight we talk about three different haunted dolls. And in preparation for Mouse's move to California, we brush up on some spooky haunts throughout the Golden State.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kelly-blank/support