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En-May Mangels (Intuitive Spiritual Advisor, Medium, “Your Tour Guide to the Spirit Realm”) is such an adorable and colorful beam of light. I first saw her while scrolling through TikTok, sharing a story that she’ll later share with you here today. You’ll also hear about: Her family of literal superheroes, including her cousin who walked through the Great Wall, The house that no one was buying because it was so packed with stubborn spirits, A woman whose house spirits wouldn’t allow her to open windows in the summer, And so much more. Follow her on TikTok: @calmsense Follow her on Instagram: @enmaymangels https://www.en-may.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode contains stories involving the death of beloved animals. In this week’s episode, I’ll be sharing true stories about our relationship with nonhuman species -- physical animals or otherwise. First, I share the experiences of a teenager who has the ability to see animal auras attached to people. Then, I speak with Imee Dalton, who had a mysterious fuzzy visitor as a child. And finally, I narrate the story of a young adult who formed an everlasting bond with a lion. Ch 1: Animal Auras, submitted by Aurora Ch 2: The Elmo Hand, with Imee Dalton Ch 3: Kisumbu, submitted by Chrysanthi Visit Imee's shop: Mayari Moon Apothecary https://themayarimoon.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mayarimoonapothecary/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are all curses evil? Or are some justifiable? Listen to this week's episode and let me know what you think.  Ch 1: The Pontianak, submitted by Nurul and Feyla  Ch 2: Barang, with Elizabeth Corpus  Ch 3: The Tree Witch, submitted by Pearl On The Ethics of Cursing https://will-o-the-witch.tumblr.com/post/145408765024/on-the-ethics-of-cursing Listen to Spirits Podcast! https://www.spiritspodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Halloween! Here are some true creepy stories about shapes in the darkness... Ch 1: The Nun, submitted by Ami Ch 2: The Desert Shadow Man, with Raeha Keller Check out Raeha's Shop https://www.ectogasm.net --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I’ll be sharing true tales about buildings that have retained ghastly memories, that might make you question your own surroundings as well. First, I read a story about a man who worked night security at a military facility. Then, I speak with Becky Kilimnik, who shares multiple experiences she and her family have had in various locations. Ch 1: The Man in Bay 17, submitted by Tony Ch 2: Other Mommy with the Rope, with Becky Kilimnik Listen to Homespun Haints https://www.homespunhaints.com Thank you to our sponsors! Apostrophe Get $15 off your first visit at https://www.apostrophe.com/stories and use my code STORIES! Magic Spoon Get $5 off at https://www.magicspoon.com/sapphire and use my code SAPPHIRE! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The new season will return in 2 weeks! In the meantime, I've been sharing episodes from like-minded podcasts that I know you'll love and enjoy. Today's episode is from Euphomet! Listen to Euphomet https://www.euphomet.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While I'm on hiatus, I'll be sharing episodes from like-minded podcasts that I know you'll love and enjoy! Listen to Tabi Tabi Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tabi-tabi-podcast/id1486239524 https://www.patreon.com/tabitabipod --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While I'm on hiatus, I'll be sharing episodes from like-minded podcasts that I know you'll love and enjoy too! Listen to Ghostlore of Hawaii https://www.ghostloreofhawaii.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The end of Season 4 has come, and I'll be reading and responding to your emails and voice messages! If you'd like to leave me a message, email me at StoriesWithSapphire@gmail.com or record a voice message at anchor.fm --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 2 of this season, I spoke with Charlie about his experiences as a first time Spirit Keeper. After that episode aired I was contacted by Alduin and Elle Royeaux, who have a business helping those who practice spirit keeping and wanted to share their insights and advice. For this week's episode, you’ll hear about all the different types of spirits and creatures that exist all around us, the benefits they can bring into your life, and what to look for when choosing a spirit for yourself. Contact Alduin & Elle https://www.kaijumgt.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The concepts of time and destiny are ones that I constantly think about. Are the past, present, and future predetermined and all happening at once and we’re just experiencing it in a linear way? Or is everything created impromptu, leaving room for change? In this episode, I’ll be sharing real stories from people who have the ability to know about future events, so that maybe we can better understand how time functions. First, I share a story from someone whose dreams keep becoming reality. And then I speak with Barbe, who always seems to know what’s about to happen to her family. Chapter 1: Dreams Come True, submitted by Sandy Chapter 2: Dripping From The Top Of Your Soul, with Barbe --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ch 1: An entity's marriage proposal, submitted by Lynn Ch 2: You demon blooded creature, submitted by Lan Ch 3: Wear your helmet, with Lydia Han @acnemindcare Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are your thoughts on witches and witchcraft? In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing stories about the dark side of witchcraft, so you can detect the signs yourself and differentiate this taboo practice from positive witchcraft. First, I speak with Cassidy Liston, who believes her family has been cursed by a witch from the Salem Witch Trials. And then, Mortis Media narrates a true tale from a victim of brujeria. Chapter 1: My Cursed Bloodline, with Cassidy Liston Chapter 2: My experience with a woman who practiced Brujeria, narrated by Mortis Media Vote for Stories With Sapphire: https://www.podcastawards.com/app/signup // The TikTok Video Where We Captured A Ghost?? https://www.tiktok.com/@sapphiresandalo/video/6927025057772342534?is_copy_url=0&is_from_webapp=v1&sender_device=pc&sender_web_id=6943780503673947654 Listen to Drinking The Koolaid https://www.dtkpod.com Listen to Scary Stories With Mort https://anchor.fm/mortis-media --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever experienced something so coincidental, that it felt like more than just a coincidence? This week's episode is all about synchronicities and receiving signs from the other side. First, I share a story about a family’s moth sighting. Then I speak with Maryanne O'Hara, who continues to feel her daughter’s presence after her passing. And finally, I speak with Kyle Perez, a medium with advice on how to receive signs. Parts of this episode were recorded live at the first annual Asian Podcast Festival, hosted by the Asian American Podcasters Association. Chapter 1: The Luna Moth, submitted by Amanda Chapter 2: Living Memories, with Maryanne O'Hara Chapter 3: Asking For Signs, with Kyle Perez Read Little Matches by Maryanne O'Hara https://linktr.ee/maryanneohara Contact Kyle The Crystalline Mage kylethecrystallinemage@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/thecrystallinemage https://www.facebook.com/thecrystallinemage --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks Warner Bros. for sponsoring this episode. Be sure to check out The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It in theaters and on HBO Max on June 4 #TheConjuring @theconjuring Are you one of over half of Americans who fears demonic possession? In this episode, I tell the notorious Devil Made Me Do It case, and share my thoughts on the devil and possession. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode, I share stories about mistaken identity. First, I read a true account of a young woman who was visited in the middle of the night by a spirit that looked like her sister. Then, I speak with Pete Benavides, who recalls seeing something that took the appearance of his father. Next, I share a story about a girl who kept getting blamed for things a spirit was doing in their home. And finally, Derek from the Stories After Dark podcast tells us the tale of Teresita Basa, the woman who helped solve her own murder. Follow Pete Benavides https://www.instagram.com/pacingpete https://www.twitter.com/pacingpete Listen to Halloween Never Dies Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/halloween-never-dies-a-retrospective/id1547162959 Listen to Stories After Dark Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/1hyQ3YzcdNsTJ5RWX0robX --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if there was a persistent spirit who constantly played tricks on you...? In this week’s episode, you will meet Ashley Casseday, and hear her epic saga with an otherworldly gentleman she called Ben. Listen to Keep It Weird https://www.keepitweirdpodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/keepitweirdcast Listen to American Hysteria https://www.chelseywebersmith.com/americanhysteria https://www.instagram.com/americanhysteriapodcast Vote for Stories With Sapphire https://paranormalityradio.com/vote-top-25-paranormal-podcast/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I've always been fascinated by the belief in guardian angels and divine intervention. When do they decide to step in? Who do they decide to protect? In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing stories that explore the concept of protection: how we can better protect ourselves, and how we can be better protectors. Vote every month for Stories With Sapphire on the Top 25 Paranormal Podcasts charts! https://paranormalityradio.com/vote-top-25-paranormal-podcast/ Follow and support Omehra's work: https://www.consciouspinay.com https://www.babaylanmandala.com https://www.instagram.com/pinaydotcom https://www.instagram.com/bahala_na_21st_century --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where do you fall on the skeptic to believer scale? In today's episode, I speak with 4 skeptics - all friends of the podcast - who have had experiences that challenged their beliefs.  Femlore Podcast https://www.feministfolklore.com https://www.instagram.com/femlorepodcast Guide To The Unknown https://www.gttupod.com https://www.instagram.com/gttupod https://www.twitter.com/gttupod Euphomet https://www.euphomet.com https://www.instagram.com/euphomet https://www.twitter.com/euphomet --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clairaudience: the ability to hear what other's cannot. Sometimes it can be voices, footsteps, or music. Sound plays a big role in many paranormal occurrences, but is it just our ears playing tricks on us? Or perhaps malfunctioning radios? ...Or is it something much more? In this week's episode, I speak with 2 people who have both had very significant experiences involving unexplainable sounds. Check out Lanser Howard's book "The Screaming Silence" https://books.google.com/books/about/The_Screaming_Silence.html?id=C7LaywEACAAJ https://www.instagram.com/lanserhoward Check out Choz Belen's graphic novel "Mumu: Monsters of the Motherland" https://www.chozbelen.com/mumu https://www.instagram.com/chozbelen --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you heard of the practice of Spirit Keeping? Hear all about one Christian man's experience dabbling in this form of witchcraft on this week's episode. Check out these other great paranormal podcasts: Monsters Among Us: https://www.monstersamonguspodcast.com https://www.instagram.com/monstersamonguspodcast https://www.twitter.com/maupodcast Homespun Haints:  https://www.homespunhaints.com https://www.instagram.com/homespunhaints https://www.twitter.com/homespunhaints --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stories With Sapphire will now be releasing episodes every other Wednesday. In between those weeks, I'll be posting a new spooky animated video on https://www.YouTube.com/sapphiresandalo --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On October 30th, Spectrevision Radio hosted a Ghost Story Slam at the Philosophical Research Society in Los Angeles. Nine storytellers shared their ghost stories to a sold out crowd and a panel of podcasters: Jim Perry (Euphomet), Jack Wagner (Otherworld), Betsy Sodaro (A Funny Feeling), Daniel Noah & Elijah Wood (Visitations), and me! Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the 4th season of Stories With Sapphire, I will be releasing episodes every other week. But in the weeks in between, I’ll be releasing an animated video story on my Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/sapphiresandalo, so make sure you subscribe there as well. In this week's episode, I’ll be sharing 3 stories that explore the connection between spiritual and physical sickness, along with Krisell Valenzuela's (a multidimensional medium) take on each. Chapter 1: I Don't Want To Go With Grandpa, submitted by Anonymous Chapter 2: My Mother, The Healer, submitted by Anonymous Chapter 3: What's Become Of My Stepmother, submitted by Shadow Dexter Contact Krisell: https://www.instagram.com/krisell.medium https://www.krisellcan.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the last episode of the year, I read and respond to your listener mail! Thank you to everyone who has listened to and supported the show in 2020, I truly appreciate it. If you'd like to submit a story or ask a question, send an email to StoriesWithSapphire@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lopaka Kapanui runs the ghost tour Mysteries of Hawaii. He is an endless well of supernatural stories and Hawaiian paranormal history. In this week's episode, you'll hear about what led to his spiritual awakening and learn more about the Night Marchers. Mysteries of Hawaii https://www.mysteries-of-hawaii.com/ For Friday evening ghost stories from Hawaii at 7 pm HST https://www.facebook.com/MysteriesofHonolulu/ Follow on social media: https://www.instagram.com/mysteriesofhawaii/ https://twitter.com/MysteriesHawaii --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Clelland has dedicated his life to studying the connection between owls, UFOs, and death. This was an incredibly eye-opening conversation, one that changed the way I think about these birds, and even led to my own owl synchronicities. To learn more about Mike's work, visit https://hiddenexperience.blogspot.com and https://www.messengersthebooks.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Humans, by nature, are territorial creatures. Whether it’s a seat at a coffee shop or our lane on the freeway, we make it known with our bags or car horns when we have claimed a space. But there are non human entities that are territorial as well. So what happens when humans and spirits claim the same space? Who does it truly belong to? On this week’s episode, I’ll be sharing stories that discuss the concept of territory. First, I read a true story about a fishpond business in the Philippines that houses a spirit that refuses to leave. Then, we’ll hear from Greg Mania, who worked at a consignment shop with an easily disturbed resident. And finally, I share a true story about a boy whose life was changed when he witnessed the Smoke Man. Chapter 1: The Kamatayan, by Maenquin Chapter 2: Put The Doll Back, with Greg Mania Chapter 3: The Smoke Man, by Jake Check out Maenquin's graphic design and artwork https://www.maenquin.com/ Check out Greg's book Born To Be Public https://www.clashbooks.com/new-products-2/greg-mania-born-to-be-public --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I usually share true tales on this show, but this week I wanted to share the original stories I wrote for the Grand Rapids Library Halloween special for October 2020. Enjoy! Chapter 1: Beware of Kuchisake-Onna, by Sapphire Sandalo Chapter 2: The Heartless Man, by Sapphire Sandalo and Adam Sinker Chapter 3: Where Heaven and Hell Intersect, by Sapphire Sandalo and Adam Sinker --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What comes to mind when I say the word “ghost”? For most people, a ghost is the spirit of a person who has passed. But ghosts are not limited to that one definition. They can be an energy stealing force, the personification of unresolved trauma, or the representation of our mental state. In this episode, I’ll be sharing real stories from real people who have encountered these types of inhuman ghosts. First, I read the story of a witch who was in a budding relationship that was more than toxic. Then, we’ll hear of a mysterious entity that’s been following someone around for years. And finally, I speak with a man who seems to attract spirits of all kinds. Chapter 1: His Little Devil, by Hiro Chapter 2: Followed, by Jackknife Chapter 3: What I Saw In The Darkness, with Ziek Martinez Check out Ziek's band Frantic Romantic https://franticromanticmusic.com/ https://m.facebook.com/FranticRomanticMusic408/ http://instagram.com/franticromanticmusic --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is nothing more classically horror than a haunted house. The thought of your safe space being invaded by an otherworldly force is enough to make anyone lose sleep. This week’s episode is dedicated to those who have had to deal with uninvited house guests. First, I speak with a woman who kept finding things in her apartment rearranged every time she would return home. Then, we’ll learn about a man named Mr. Smith. And finally, we’ll visit a home in Michigan with a restless presence. If you have a story you’d like to submit, visit storieswithsapphire.com Chapter 1: Someone's Been In Here, with Becky Garcia Chapter 2: Mr. Smith, with Cheri Passell Chapter 3: Strangers In My Home Chapter 4: The Lonely Girl --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Stories With Sapphire! I’d like to begin this short and sweet season by sharing the enlightening experiences of Nida: a yoga therapist, psychiatrist, and psychic. As a practical woman of science and a highly intuitive medium, she has an incredibly unique worldview and perspective on death, which I find comfort in and hope you will too. Submit your stories at www.storieswithsapphire.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The show is on hiatus until further notice :(  Links mentioned: https://www.twitter.com/awkwardsapphirehttps://www.instagram.com/awkwardsapphirehttps://www.twitch.tv/sapphiresandalohttps://www.openpathcollective.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode contains mentions of abuse, graphic descriptions of violence, and brief profanity. In October of 2022, I had the honor of writing a show for a Halloween event at the beach, where storytellers spun tales for an audience sitting around a bonfire. My stories were brought to life by the incredibly talented actress Nicole Javier, and the event was produced by Eric Vosmeier and David Ruzicka. It was truly a special experience and I’m really proud of what I wrote. So as a special Halloween bonus, I’d like to take you back to that night... To watch Nicole perform the piece: https://youtu.be/2sXND4QbBAM?feature=shared Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When the sun goes down and the moon controls the sky, it’s almost as if the rules of our physical world change. In this week’s episode, I share stories of the unexplainable things that can happen at night. First, a young man tries to astral project for the first time. Then, I speak with a man who had one of the most bizarre childhood experiences I’ve heard. And finally, I share a heartwarming story of a woman who receives a message from her friend in a dream. Chapter 1: Out of body, out of mind, by Mike Nevada Chapter 2: How did we get here? (with Cory Choy) Chapter 3: My Gothic soul mate, by Marie Conway Check out Cory's work: https://www.silversound.us/ https://www.mobilizehere.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American history is a horror story - for Black people, indigenous people, and people of color. And yet mainstream horror cinema has vastly left these groups out of the picture, both on and behind the screen. In this week’s episode, I speak with horror writer Johnny Compton about why that might be, and how we can change that. Follow Johnny's Work https://www.twitter.com/comptonwrites https://www.johnnycompton.com https://www.healthyfears.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are visitors, passing through locations and through people’s lives. This week’s episode is about the visits that have a life changing impact on us. First, I speak with Brian J. Cano, paranormal investigator, about the most terrifying place he’s ever visited. After that, I speak with a friend who was visited by mysterious lights in the desert. And finally, Shelby Scott, host of "Scare You To Sleep", tells her experience of passing through the Vicksburg battlefield. Chapter 1: The Grand Midway Hotel, with Brian J. Cano Chapter 2: Brought To Life Chapter 3: Joshua Tree Chapter 4: Vicksburg, with Shelby Scott Follow Brian https://www.twitter.com/brianjcano Listen to Scare You To Sleep https://www.scareyoutosleep.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’d always known that my great grandfather, Marciano Calderon (Mars for short) died in World War 2, but I didn’t know much else. Then, when I was texting my mom about my podcast, she asked if she ever told me the story of how they found Lolo Mars’ body. She hadn't, and so my mom reached out to her aunt (my Lola Terrie) to make sure she had all the details right. Then, she emailed me my great grandmother’s memoir page by page, so I could also get her perspective of the story. And so, with my grandmother and Lola Terrie’s permission, I’d like to tell you a story of the brutality of war, and of my great grandfather’s last moments, as told by my great grandmother, with some edits for clarity. To see photos of my great grandparents, visit https://www.storieswithsapphire.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s something about tattoos that provokes a strong reaction. Sometimes that reaction is admiration, for the pain tolerance of its wearer. Other times its aberration, disgust that anyone would taint their bodies in such a way. But for indigenous Filipinos, receiving batok (a traditional tattoo) was a spiritual event; a ceremony. In this episode, I want to undo any negative stereotypes surrounding tattoos by sharing its history beyond Western sensibilities, and speaking with Lane Wilcken, one of the very few recognized mambabatok (tattoo ritualists) in the world. He shares the cultural significance of batok, as well as the intense and sometimes disturbing paranormal encounters he’s had during ceremonies. Chapter 1: You Wanna Look Like A Gangbanger? Chapter 2: Stories With Lane Chapter 3: Intuition Learn more about Lane and his work. https://www.lanewilcken.com https://www.instagram.com/lanewilcken --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When we think of historical movements in American history, people of color are typically excluded from the narrative. And as non-black allies, we need be aware of how to make our allyship more inclusive. In this episode, me and my guest Mindy Scott (Femlore Podcast) will be going over these movements. We are not experts on the topic and simply want to share what we’ve learned, and so we welcome any feedback or corrections. Follow Mindyhttps://www.instagram.com/mindycityyhttps://www.instagram.com/femlorepodcast Follow Monique Meltonhttps://www.instagram.com/moemotivate The Racist Roots of Fighting Obesityhttps://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-racist-roots-of-fighting-obesity2/ Jane Elliott | A Class Dividedhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1mcCLm_LwpE Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie | We should all be feminists TED Talkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6ufvYWTqQ0 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether domestic, wild, or spiritual, animals of all kinds play a huge role in our lives. In this week’s episode, I share my parents’ encounter with a spiritual bird, and I chat with Em Lock, better known as Emzotic, who not only has a terrifying paranormal experience but a vast well of animal knowledge that can teach us how to be more empathetic and open minded humans. Chapter 1: The Sparrow Spirit Chapter 2: Our Companions, with Emzotic Chapter 3: Creepy Creatures, with Emzotic -- Justice For Breonna Taylor: https://justiceforbreonna.org/ Justice For Rayshard Brooks: https://www.marieclaire.com/politics/a32878622/justice-for-rayshard-brooks/ -- Follow Emzotic https://www.instagram.com/emzoticofficial https://www.twitter.com/emzoticofficial https://www.youtube.com/emzotic --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Stories With Sapphire, I love sharing stories about Filipino culture, but it no longer feels appropriate to continue doing so without addressing our community’s issues with colorism and anti-blackness. This is my way of learning how to handle these conversations better with certain family members who disagree with me, and I hope hearing other people's stories helps you start these difficult conversations as well. Articles mentioned in this episode: Inheritance Magazine"Finding Our Place" - https://www.inheritancemag.com/stories/finding-our-place"Black Pain and Korean Empathy" - https://www.inheritancemag.com/stories/black-pain-and-korean-empathy Sojourners"Comfortable in My Own Skin" - https://sojo.net/magazine/january-2020/comfortable-my-own-skin Ways to commemorate Breonna Taylor's life for her birthday: Sign The Petition - https://www.change.org/p/andy-beshear-justice-for-breonna-taylor Donate to her family's GoFundMe - https://gf.me/u/x6ngqj Donate to the Louisville Community Bail Fund - https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/louisville-community-bail-fund/ More links: https://msha.ke/30flirtyfilm/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the endlessly debated topic: what actually happens when we die? We may never know for sure, but until then, all we have are stories - the experiences of those who have caught a glimpse of the other side. In this week’s episode, I’ll be sharing stories from my Tita (a nurse with an incredible gift) and psychic medium June Ahern, whose near death experience sent her on her spiritual path. Chapter 1: The Messenger Chapter 2: I Want To Go Back Chapter 3: The Other Side, with June Ahern Learn more about June's work and order her books https://www.juneahern.com Listen to Somewhere In The Skies Podcast https://www.somewhereintheskies.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While the show is on a break until Season 2, I'd like to read for you Edgar Allan Poe's classic tale, "The Masque of the Red Death," a story that was written in 1842 and yet has found relevance in our world today. Don't be like Prince Prospero - here are some simple ways you can help others during this pandemic: - Donate money, supplies, or food to local charities providing relief for those affected by the pandemic (make sure to find out what's most needed first) - Order lunch for frontline workers at your local hospital (make sure to call ahead) - If you are young and healthy, volunteer to run errands or deliver supplies to the elderly or immunocompromised - Foster an animal from your local animal shelter - Donate blood More helpful links:Here's How To Help During CoronavirusA Guide to Helping and Getting Help During The Coronavirus CrisisHow To Help Your Community During the Coronavirus Crisis9 Ways to Help Others During the Coronavirus PandemicHow to Help Restaurants, Hospitals, People During the Coronavirus Outbreak --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Demon: a word that invokes many different reactions. Turn off the lights, grab your protective amulets, and listen to these true stories from real people who have been the unfortunate witness to horrifying inhuman entities.  Ch 1 - You're mine now, subimtted by Cheyenne. The time someone messed around with a Ouija board and welcomed in a taunting entity. Ch 2 - What did you summon? Aaron Sagers tells us of the demon his brother summoned in his childhood home that led to a string of bizarre incidents.  Ch 3 - My brother's demon, submitted by KS. Someone is concerned about the dark entity following their brother. Ch 4 - Scratched. Pythian Priestess tells us the experience that caused her to quit her job as a ghost tour guide. Aaron Sagers https://www.aaronsagers.com/ Learn about magick: The Occult Unveiled https://www.theoccultunveiled.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While Stories With Sapphire is on a hiatus until May 20th, I wanted to share the work of some of my friends and fellow independent podcasters that I know you'll love listening to during lockdown! Check out their shows and show them some love! In order of appearance: Euphomet - with Jim Perryhttps://www.euphomet.com Scare You To Sleep - with Shelby Scotthttps://www.scareyoutosleep.com American Hysteria - with Chelsey Weber-Smithhttps://www.americanhysteria.com Deliver Us From Disney - with Whitney Moore and Ani Bakerhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deliver-us-from-disney/id1489756165 Confessions of the Creative Kind - with Jess Kovichttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/confessions-of-the-creative-kind/id1458327472 The Q Files - with Shane McClelland and Lori Gumhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-q-files/id1484292666 Monsters Among Us - with Derek Hayeshttps://www.monstersamonguspodcast.com Somewhere in the Skies - with Ryan Spraguehttps://www.somewhereintheskies.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New episodes every Wednesday!  Subscribe on YouTube: www.youtube.com/sapphiresandalo Follow on Twitch: www.twitch.tv/sapphiresandalo --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first season finale of Stories With Sapphire is about the threats that are invisible to some, and painfully real to others. I know I may not be able to make you all believers of the supernatural, but I hope, at the least, to make you believers of people. Chapter 1: Bloody George Mackenzie, by Charlie, https://www.instagram.com/charliedrawsjourney Chapter 2: Get Down, with Linda Lower Chapter 3: It Might Still Be Here, with Robyn Alezanders, https://www.facebook.com/robyn.alezanders Listen to Scare You To Sleep https://www.scareyoutosleep.com Listen to The Adaptables https://www.readitforward.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re all familiar with the image - a woman in all white, with long hair covering her face. It’s common in movies and ghost stories - but why? In this week’s episode, I’ll be sharing stories from those who have encountered a woman in white... and lived to tell the tale. Chapter 1: She Wants My Baby, written by Aimy Chapter 2: It Was You All Along, with Cheri Passell Chapter 3: The Horror at The Great Star Theater, with Ying Listen to Guide To The Unknown https://www.gttupod.com https://www.youtube.com/talkbomb Watch The Haunted Bay https://www.youtube.com/user/TheHauntedBay --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storieswithsapphire/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices