Explore every episode of the podcast The Grim: Haunted Cemeteries & Graveyard Tales
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| The Dead Watch | Tolomato Cemetery, St. Augustine FL | 04 Nov 2025 | 00:15:04 | |
In America's oldest city, beneath sighing oaks draped in Spanish moss, lies a cemetery that opens its gates to the living only three hours a month. The spirits, however, keep their own hours. In this episode of The Grim, host Kristin walks the grounds of Tolomato Cemetery in St. Augustine, Florida — one of the oldest planned cemeteries in the United States, and one of its most restless. Long before the first headstone arrived, this soil cradled a Franciscan mission for the Guale Indians, displaced from their Georgia homeland and guided south in search of sanctuary. When British forces destroyed the mission, the ground became something else entirely — a refuge not for the living, but for the dead. What followed was centuries of layered grief. Menorcan refugees, brought to Florida as indentured laborers and driven north by cruelty, buried their dead here in 1777 after their priest petitioned the British governor for permission. Spanish settlers, yellow fever victims, Confederate militia members, convicts, and mothers all followed. By 1892, when the gates finally closed, roughly a thousand souls had been folded into its soil — many of them without peace. Among the most dramatic is Bishop Augustin Verot, the Rebel Bishop — a man who defended the Church while defending slavery, whose funeral became one of St. Augustine's most notorious disasters. Sealed in an airtight iron coffin against the Florida heat, the Bishop did not go quietly. The coffin exploded during the procession, scattering mourners and remains alike. What could be gathered was carried to a small white chapel on the grounds — where Father Félix Varela already rested. Varela was a Cuban priest, philosopher, and freedom fighter who spent his life advocating against slavery and for human dignity before dying in exile in St. Augustine in 1853. His remains were later returned to Cuba, but visitors still report a watchful presence near the chapel — a figure in clerical garb that appears and vanishes among the graves. Whether it is Varela or the Rebel Bishop, no one can say for certain. Then there is the Lady in White — a woman saved from premature burial when a branch struck her forehead during her own funeral procession and drew blood, revealing she still lived. She survived six more years, but her story didn't end with her. On foggy nights, a pale figure drifts silently among the graves, her face hidden beneath shadow and moss. And in the branches of the ancient live oak near the cemetery gates, some visitors still glimpse a small pale child — James Morgan, five years old, who fell from those same branches in 1877 and was buried in the very spot where he landed. His mother swore she saw him in the tree afterward. Others have too. A cemetery open three hours a month. Haunted every hour of every day. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Vampire's Tree | Panteón de Belén, Guadalajara Mexico | 31 Oct 2025 | 00:30:03 | |
Join host Kristin as The Grim opens the gate on All Hallows' Eve, crossing into Panteón de Belén — Guadalajara's most haunted cemetery, where Gothic arches, marble crypts, and centuries of legend wait beneath the Mexican sun. Originally built as part of the Hospital of Belén, a charitable sanctuary established by royal decree in 1751, the grounds were transformed into a burial site in 1848 when cholera swept through Guadalajara and the dead outnumbered the living. Architect Manuel Gómez Ibarra — the same visionary behind Guadalajara's cathedral — designed the cemetery in two realms: one for the wealthy, one for the common soul. Among its notable residents is José Cuervo, founder of the world-famous tequila brand, whose family holds a plot within its walls. But the cemetery's most enduring legacy belongs not to the famous, but to the forgotten — young women buried without surnames, their names erased to protect the reputations of the men who wronged them. The legends of Panteón de Belén are as layered as its history. A vampire stalked 19th-century Guadalajara, draining animals and stealing newborns until locals hunted it down and buried it beneath a concrete slab — from which a tree now grows, its bark said to bleed dark sap when cut. Victoriana Hurtado, a woman with catalepsy, was buried alive by her own sons before they could inherit her fortune, her hand breaking through the earth and turning to stone. A young boy named Nachito, terrified of the dark in life, had his coffin rise from the ground ten nights in a row until his parents built him a tomb above ground — where visitors still leave toys and candy today. Star-crossed lovers José and Andrea, forbidden from marrying in life, were buried beneath interwoven stone crosses, their union finally sealed in death. A pirate's hidden treasure, a dare gone mad, a night watchman who never existed, and a phantom carriage that stops at the cemetery gates but is never seen — the stories here never end. During Día de los Muertos, Panteón de Belén transforms entirely. Candlelight dances across gravestones, a monumental altar built by local students holds nearly 1,500 candles, and guided tours bring its restless spirits to life. It is a place where history, legend, and memory are inseparable — where the living and the dead share the same flickering light. Open only by guided tour, with night photography forbidden, Panteón de Belén remains one of Mexico's most significant heritage sites and most haunted locations. Some say the photography ban protects its restless souls. Others whisper it keeps the vampire from rising once more. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| One If by Liberty, Two If by Death | Granary Burying Ground, Boston MA | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:32:51 | |
It doesn't haunt with spectacle. It broods. And when the last tourist passes through the gate and the city exhales into sleep, the ground stirs once more. Granary Burying Ground is one of the most visited cemeteries in America — a Freedom Trail landmark, where over 5,000 souls rest beneath crooked elms in the heart of Boston, though barely half that number have a name above ground. Founded in 1660, it holds the architects of the American Revolution and the shadows they left behind. In this episode of The Grim, host Kristin walks the worn slate paths of Granary, tracing the lives of the men and women who built a nation — and the ones history nearly forgot in the process. John Hancock is here — the man who signed his name so boldly on the Declaration of Independence that King George could read it without his spectacles, a signature so large it became a target on his back. Paul Revere rests beneath a modest stone, the silversmith whose midnight ride became legend, though history quietly notes he never finished the journey. Samuel Adams, the man behind the Sons of Liberty, the Boston Tea Party, and the pamphlets that turned frustration into revolution, lies nearby — a radical who later condemned his own kind when farmers rose up in Shays' Rebellion. And Peter Faneuil, whose slave trade profits built the hall that became the Cradle of Liberty, rests here too — a profound and unsettling irony carved into Boston's cobblestones. Then there are the names most textbooks skip. Crispus Attucks — of African and Wampanoag descent, likely once enslaved, later a free sailor — was the first to fall in the Boston Massacre on March 5, 1770, shot twice in the chest, his blood staining the snow red before a war had even begun. James Otis Jr. thundered "taxation without representation is tyranny" in a five-hour courtroom oration that John Adams later called the birth of American independence — then died exactly as he had wished, struck by lightning in 1783. And Samuel Sewall, one of nine judges who condemned nineteen people to hang during the Salem Witch Trials, did something none of the others ever did: he stood before his congregation and publicly repented. He spent the rest of his life atoning — publishing the first anti-slavery tract printed in North America, a document his society largely ignored. The hauntings here are quiet but persistent. Orbs drift between stones at dusk. James Otis Jr. is said to pace his grave at dawn, his mind still loud with revolution. Paranormal investigators have recorded whispers and electromagnetic spikes near his marker. And beneath it all, the weight of more than 5,000 souls — stacked in layers beneath a city that has built itself over and around them, their stories pressing upward through the soil. A cemetery that doesn't cry out. It waits. And if you linger long enough, it may remember your name. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Reincarnation | 19 Aug 2025 | 00:00:43 | |
Shhh… The Haunting Return of Season Two Begins Sept 2. Are you ready to step beyond the veil… and into the history of hauntings once again? Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Coffee in the Crypt: Ghosts & Graves of St. Paul’s Cathedral | 20 May 2025 | 00:36:29 | |
In this eerie season finale of The Grim, we're opening the gate and descending into one of the most iconic and haunted sites located in London England - the crypt beneath St. Paul’s Cathedral. Spanning 30,000 square feet, it is the largest cathedral crypt in Europe and a resting place for Britain’s greatest legends—and, some say, its most restless spirits. We uncover the story of Admiral Lord Nelson, whose body lies in a black marble tomb originally carved for Cardinal Wolsey, the disgraced advisor to Henry VIII. Wolsey dreamed of sainthood, but died in exile. His tomb lay unused for centuries—until Nelson’s shattered body was brought home from Trafalgar and laid to rest where ambition had failed. We revisit Winston Churchill’s state funeral, where Queen Elizabeth II broke royal tradition to attend and bowed her head—just once—as his coffin passed beneath the dome. And we walk the stone corridors where visitors report phantom footsteps, sudden chills, and an overwhelming sense of being watched. And then… just a few steps from these centuries-old tombs… a café. Reopened in 2025, the Crypt Café serves lattes and pastries atop the bones of an empire. This episode blends dark British history, true ghost stories, St. Paul’s Cathedral trivia, and haunted London travel all in one unforgettable journey below the city. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Bones in Bloom | 13 May 2025 | 00:43:43 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Friedhof Ohlsdorf, a cemetery unlike any other—a sprawling necropolis located in Hamburg where grief wears a garden’s face and history rests beneath sculpted stone and owl-shadowed trees. Spanning nearly 1,000 acres of winding paths, still ponds, and towering trees, Ohlsdorf is more than a final resting place—it’s a city of the dead, where history, war, and remembrance intertwine. Join The Grim as we explore this unforgettable cemetery’s layered past: from the Commonwealth War Graves and mass burial trench from the Hamburg Firestorm, to the graves of Nazi victims, executed resistance fighters, and soldiers lost to history. Discover chilling monuments like the sculpture of Charon crossing the Styx, and visit the Ohlsdorf Cemetery Museum, where Germany’s funeral traditions and wartime grief are preserved in stone and silence. Along the way, meet some of Ohlsdorf’s most compelling residents: Chancellor Helmut Schmidt, anti-Nazi writer Wolfgang Borchert, and Albert Ballin, the shipping tycoon who revolutionized ocean travel but could not escape the tide of war. With ghostly stories, war memorials, and forgotten voices echoing beneath the soil, this episode of The Grim invites you to walk the blurred line between beauty and loss. Whether you're drawn by cemetery history, World War remembrance, or stories of the haunted and heroic, Ohlsdorf will stay with you—long after the gates close behind you. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Killer in the Crypt | 06 May 2025 | 00:15:28 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Pine Grove Cemetery located in Truro, it might seem just another quiet New England burial ground—modest in size, overlooked by tourists, and far from the summer crowds drawn to nearby beaches. But appearances deceive. Since its establishment in 1799, this two-acre plot has become a repository for some of Massachusetts' darkest mysteries and most gruesome crimes. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| When the Vultures Circled | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:13:08 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Georgiana Cemetery located on Merritt Island in Florida. Step away from the tourist crowds at Cape Canaveral and walk with us along a crooked mile, where sunlight filters through Spanish moss and century-old secrets whisper on the salt breeze. Georgiana Cemetery on Merritt Island might not make the Florida travel guides, but beneath its quiet exterior lies a tapestry of tragedy, mystery, and lingering spirits that refuse to be forgotten. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Liberty's Shot | 22 Apr 2025 | 00:18:08 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Old Hill Burying Ground, where time doesn't just slow—it folds back on itself days after the 250th anniversary of the midnight ride of Paul Revere. The weathered stones rising from the modest 1.16 acres in located Concord, Massachusetts don't merely commemorate the dead; they mark the resting places of those who shaped a nation's violent, necessary birth. The cemetery feels deceptively small until you understand its weight. Nearly 500 gravestones remain, some adorned with winged skulls and soul effigies—Puritan reminders of mortality's constant presence. The oldest visible marker belongs to Joseph Merrim who died in 1677, but countless others lie beneath unmarked earth, their names surrendered to time and weather. What makes this ground hallowed isn't just its age but who rests here: fifteen veterans of the American Revolution who transformed this quiet corner of Massachusetts into the cradle of independence. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Eternal Tetsuya | 15 Apr 2025 | 00:22:26 | |
The Grim is opening the gate deep in the forested mountains of Wakayama Prefecture lies a sacred realm suspended between worlds. Entering Okunoin Cemetery located at Mount Koya isn't merely Japan's most hallowed burial ground—it's a living testament to 1,200 years of unbroken spiritual devotion where the boundary between life and death seems remarkably thin. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Redcoat Skeleton | 08 Apr 2025 | 00:15:15 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Bennington Centre Cemetery located in Bennington Vermont. Like bones catching the last light after sundown, the white marble gravestones gleam with an otherworldly brightness. Founded in 1762 beside Vermont's Old First Church, this extraordinary burial ground transcends its purpose to become something far more profound – a cathedral of carved mortality where American history, art, and memory converge in breathtaking ways. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Ghosts in the Asylum | 01 Apr 2025 | 00:19:36 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Medfield State Hospital Cemetery located in Medfield Massachusetts. Revealing a haunting landscape where 841 former psychiatric patients lie buried beneath small numbered markers – their identities erased even in death. What began as the "Medfield Insane Asylum" in 1892 evolved into a sprawling mental health facility that operated for over a century before finally closing its doors in 2003, leaving behind a legacy of isolation, mistreatment, and forgotten lives. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Gunntown's Haunting Hollow | Gunntown Cemetery, Naugatuck CT | 28 Oct 2025 | 00:21:26 | |
Join host Kristin as The Grim opens the gate to Gunntown Cemetery — one of Connecticut's oldest and most haunted burial grounds, tucked into the quiet folds of Naugatuck where history and the paranormal collide. Established in 1790 on a modest hill above the Naugatuck River, Gunntown Cemetery holds the remains of the men and women who carved a community from New England wilderness. Among them rests, David Wooster, a Revolutionary War veteran who fought for the very independence that allowed this settlement to thrive, buried beside his wife Anna in a testament to love and loss. Enos Gunn, the founding family patriarch whose name the cemetery bears, surveyed and settled this land alongside his wife Abigail, their legacy etched not in marble but in the stone walls and fields that still surround the grounds. Spanning nearly a century of American history, Leverett Osborn lived from the aftermath of the Revolution through the Civil War — a man who witnessed Naugatuck transform from an isolated farming settlement into an industrial borough, and whose long sleep anchors the old world to the new. But in Gunntown, the dead do not rest quietly. The cemetery's reputation for paranormal activity is among the strongest in New England, certified haunted by famed investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. Visitors report phantom music — a mournful fiddle or solemn hymn drifting from no visible source — and a phantom child in 19th-century clothing who darts between headstones before vanishing entirely. A tall, featureless Shadow Man paces the tree-lined perimeter, his presence causing cell phones, cameras, and lights to flicker and fail. Dogs refuse to enter from the road. Temperature drops strike without warning, even on summer nights. EVP recordings, unexplained orbs, and the unmistakable sensation of unseen fingers along a shoulder have made Gunntown one of the most investigated paranormal sites in Connecticut. This is what locals call a thin place — where the veil between the living and the dead is frayed, where Revolutionary drumbeats echo alongside a child's laughter, and where the pioneers buried beneath moss-covered slate never quite let go. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Beneath Southern Stone: Atlanta's Haunted Soul | 25 Mar 2025 | 00:41:41 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Oakland Cemetery. Atlanta’s sprawling 48-acre Victorian garden of stone, where the South’s layered past lies buried beneath twisting paths and timeworn monuments. Founded in 1850, Oakland holds more than the remains of the dead—it preserves the social orders, injustices, and triumphs of a changing city. In the Original Six Acres, you’ll find the cemetery’s oldest graves, including that of Dr. James Nissen. The Jewish sections reflect a quiet tension between German and Russian traditions. The Confederate Burial Grounds stretch wide, with nearly 7,000 soldiers lying in ordered rows beneath a towering granite obelisk. Yet some of Oakland’s most powerful stories are of those who resisted erasure: the displaced African-American graves, moved and scattered; Carrie Steele Logan, once enslaved, who rose to create the nation’s oldest Black orphanage; and Maynard Jackson, Atlanta’s first Black mayor, whose grave reminds us how far the city has come and how far it has yet to go. Among the marble angels and shaded crypts lie icons like Gone With the Wind author Margaret Mitchell, golf legend Bobby Jones, and Dr. Joseph Jacobs, the man behind the pharmacy where Coca-Cola was first served. Join The Grim as we walk the silent corridors of Atlanta’s most haunted history. Because here, in Oakland Cemetery, this isn’t just a cemetery—it’s a mirror held up to the South’s haunted soul. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Meet Me at the Gravediggers | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:42:41 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Glasnevin Cemetery located in Dublin, Ireland. Beyond the green beer and shamrocks of St. Patrick's Day lies the true soul of Ireland – a complex tapestry of triumph and tragedy woven through centuries of struggle. There's no better place to uncover this authentic history than Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin's sprawling necropolis where 1.5 million souls now outnumber the city's living population. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Marble, Myths & Mourning | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:21:47 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Green Mount Cemetery located in Montpelier, Vermont—a historic burial ground rich with stunning gravestone art, mysterious legends, and intriguing stories from the past. Nestled in Vermont’s picturesque capital, Green Mount Cemetery is more than just a final resting place; it’s a 19th-century rural garden cemetery featuring breathtaking Vermont marble, Gothic-style architecture, and legendary memorials that capture the imagination. From the chilling Black Agnes statue, rumored to bring misfortune, to the controversial legacy of John Hubbard, whose grand monument stands as a haunting testament to scandal and redemption, this cemetery holds secrets waiting to be uncovered. Listeners will hear about unique gravestones, including the mysterious stone staircase to nowhere, and the poignant tale of Little Margaret Pitkin, whose lifelike statue was the center of an unexpected artistic dispute. We also uncover the stories of Civil War heroes, abolitionists, and even a beloved dog memorialized in stone. Whether you’re a taphophile, history buff, or true crime enthusiast, this episode is packed with eerie insights into Vermont’s most famous cemetery. Grab your coffee, get cozy, and take a deep dive into the haunted history of Green Mount Cemetery. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Where the Crosses Were | 04 Mar 2025 | 00:26:23 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering El Campo Santo Cemetery located in San Diego, California. Known for its eerie atmosphere and fascinating past, this cemetery tells the story of a city that paved over its dead in the name of progress. From ghostly sightings to forgotten graves, El Campo Santo offers a glimpse into San Diego's darker side. The Grim is taking listeners on a journey through the cemetery's complex history, founded in 1849 as a Catholic burial ground. Despite its humble beginnings, El Campo Santo became the final resting place for notable figures, such as José Antonio Aguirre, María Victoria Domínguez Estudillo, and Cave Johnson Couts. However, with the growth of San Diego, the cemetery was nearly forgotten as roads and modern infrastructure were built over it, disturbing the graves of hundreds. Today, only a small section of the original cemetery remains, surrounded by unmarked graves and brass markers embedded in the pavement to remind us of what’s buried beneath. Through gripping storytelling, The Grim highlights some of the cemetery’s most infamous residents, including the notorious 'Yankee' Jim Robinson, whose ghostly presence still haunts the nearby Whaley House. She also covers the tragic tale of William Marshall and Juan Verdugo, two men executed during the Garra Revolt, whose lives ended in injustice and are now forever tied to the cemetery’s dark history. This episode explores themes of historical erasure, respect for the dead, and the paranormal energy that lingers at El Campo Santo. With its ghostly tales, buried secrets, and tragic past, El Campo Santo Cemetery stands as a haunting reminder of San Diego's complex history. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Gravestone Maker’s Haunting | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:17:21 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering the notoriously haunted Cobb’s Hill Cemetery, one of Cape Cod’s most haunted locations. Nestled in the historic village of Barnstable this coastal burial ground is more than just a scenic New England landmark—it's a place where the past lingers, and the dead refuse to rest. In this chilling episode, uncover the legends of Death’s Door, the mysterious stone columns said to bring misfortune to those who pass between them. Discover the restless spirits of Abigail Norton, the tragic bride who roams the fog-laden paths, and Captain Elias Cobb, a lost mariner whose ghostly presence still echoes through the night. Explore the artistry of Nathaniel Holmes, a master stone carver whose grave bears an unsettling presence, and hear firsthand accounts of unexplained whispers, shadowy figures, and eerie EVP recordings captured within the cemetery’s ancient grounds. Whether you're drawn to paranormal encounters, historical hauntings, or simply the macabre beauty of Cape Cod’s eerie past, this episode will leave you questioning what truly lingers beyond the veil. So grab a warm drink, get cozy, and prepare for a haunting journey into Cobb’s Hill Cemetery—the most haunted graveyard on Cape Cod. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Lost Town of Ghosts | 18 Feb 2025 | 00:29:23 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Agua Mansa Pioneer Cemetery, a forgotten graveyard located in Colton, California, where the dead refuse to rest. Once part of the thriving Agua Mansa settlement, this land was home to New Mexican colonists who carved out a life along the banks of the Santa Ana River—until disaster struck. The Great Flood of 1862 wiped Agua Mansa off the map, leaving behind nothing but ruins, graves, and ghostly whispers. Today, the cemetery stands as the last remnant of a town swallowed by time, its headstones fading, its stories slipping into the shadows. Among the forgotten pioneers buried here are Louis Rubidoux, the fur trapper turned landowner whose name still lingers on mountains and cities; Cornelius Jensen, the Danish sea captain who built an empire from the ashes of disaster; and Isaac Slover, the legendary mountain man whose fatal bear hunt left him buried in the land he once roamed. And yet, history is only part of the story—because something lingers among these graves. Locals have long whispered of ghostly apparitions, eerie whispers, and unsettling encounters at the cemetery. Some claim to have seen a headless man walking a dog, others speak of unseen hands gripping their shoulders. But perhaps the most terrifying presence of all is La Llorona—the Weeping Woman. A spirit doomed to wander rivers and graveyards, mourning the children she drowned in a fit of madness, La Llorona has been seen, heard, and feared for centuries. At Agua Mansa, visitors swear they have heard her chilling cries on moonless nights, her shadowy figure drifting along the riverbank. Some who stray too close to the water’s edge never return. Agua Mansa is more than a cemetery—it is a portal to the past, where history and legend blur, where the dead may not be as silent as they seem. Dare to listen? Subscribe to The Grim now for more haunted history, eerie folklore, and ghost stories that will leave you questioning what lurks in the darkness. Listen now and step into history’s darkest corners. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Capela dos Ossos | 11 Feb 2025 | 00:24:21 | |
The Grim is opening the gate to Portugal’s Capela dos Ossos, where the dead do not rest—they remain, watching, waiting. Behind the grand facades of Portugal’s most beautiful cities lie macabre sanctuaries built from human remains. We begin in Évora, where 5,000 skeletons were woven into the walls of the Capela dos Ossos, their empty sockets staring in eternal silence. From there, we descend into Faro’s Chapel of Bones, where 1,200 monks rest in a chamber designed as a stark reminder of life’s brevity. But not all who dwell in these chapels rest peacefully. In Campo Maior, legend claims the bones belong to victims of a 1732 explosion that wiped out most of the town—yet the bodies show no sign of violent death. So where did they come from? In Monforte, Portugal’s smallest bone chapel, over 600 remains are crammed into a space no larger than a closet, forcing visitors into unsettling proximity with the dead. Meanwhile, in Lagos, a city steeped in the shadows of the Atlantic slave trade, another bone chapel stands. Official records state its bones belong to monks—but whispers suggest a much darker truth. Throughout this episode, we confront the unsettling history, eerie folklore, and lingering hauntings surrounding these chapels. Visitors report hearing disembodied whispers, feeling unseen hands brush their skin, and sensing a presence that follows them long after they leave. Are these chapels simply relics of the past—or do the dead still linger, waiting to be remembered? Subscribe now to The Grim and uncover the secrets hidden within Portugal’s Chapel of Bones. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Black Veil of Montmartre | 04 Feb 2025 | 00:25:33 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Montmartre Cemetery located in Paris, France, a hauntingly beautiful necropolis hidden beneath the bustling streets of Paris. While the City of Light is often celebrated for its romance and art, its cemeteries tell a darker, more revealing story. This episode explores the history of Montmartre Cemetery, once an abandoned quarry and later a mass grave during the French Revolution. Unlike the grandeur of Père Lachaise, Montmartre harbors a quieter, more intimate collection of the lost, the forgotten, and the legendary. From the ethereal ballerinas of Edgar Degas to the tragic love story of Alexandre Dumas fils and his doomed muse Marie Duplessis, this episode uncovers the restless spirits of Paris’s artistic elite. The Grim delves into the rise and fall of La Goulue, the Moulin Rouge’s can-can queen, whose final years were spent in obscurity, as well as the heartbreaking life of Dalida, the songstress whose fame could not save her from despair. But Montmartre Cemetery is more than a final resting place—it is a stage where history and mystery entwine. With spectral sightings, eerie whispers, and an undeniable presence of something other, the cemetery remains an enigma, its dead refusing to be forgotten. So grab your favorite mug, settle in, and prepare to take a dig into history as The Grim opens the gate to Montmartre Cemetery. And don’t forget to subscribe—because death is only the beginning. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Eternal Heroes & Dark Rituals | 28 Jan 2025 | 00:23:56 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Presbítero Matías Maestro Cemetery located in Lima Peru. Step into the shadowed corridors of history in one of Latin America's most stunning and enigmatic burial grounds. Nestled in the historic Barrios Altos district of Lima, Peru, this neoclassical masterpiece, inaugurated in 1808, was the first civilian cemetery in the Americas. Designed by Spanish priest and architect Matías Maestro, it forever changed burial traditions, transitioning from church crypts to an outdoor sanctuary of memory, artistry, and legend. Explore the largest collection of 19th-century European marble sculptures in Latin America, crafted by renowned artisans like Santo Varni and Antonin Mercié, and discover the labyrinth of stacked niches, ossuaries, and 766 grand mausoleums. Learn about the Crypt of Heroes, a breathtaking mausoleum honoring Peru’s military legends like Admiral Miguel Grau and Colonel Francisco Bolognesi, whose valor during the War of the Pacific shaped the nation’s legacy. But the cemetery's secrets extend far beyond its historical figures. Uncover eerie tales of Gregoria Camacho, a rumored witch whose cursed grave defied traditional markers, and Ricardito, a child whose miraculous statue mysteriously vanished and reappeared halfway across the world. Meet Emilia Montanez Torres, whose tragic dalliance with the occult left her spirit and a lingering malevolent force haunting her grave. Legends of shadowy apparitions, cryptic whispers, and ghostly encounters bring life to the cemetery's spectral lore. Learn about the Suicide Pavilion, where fleeting silhouettes and disembodied cries keep the brave at bay, and the cursed grounds of criminals, where sacrifices to dark forces still persist. As a UNESCO-recognized cultural treasure and historical monument since 1972, Presbítero Matías Maestro Cemetery continues to captivate visitors with its legends, artistry, and haunting charm. Join us as we journey through its ghostly tales, storied past, and enduring mysteries. From love-themed tours in February to the macabre allure of death tours in October, this cemetery remains a timeless portal to Peru’s history. 🔗 Visit the-grim.com for more chilling explorations into history’s darkest corners. Don’t forget to subscribe and join us each week on The Grim! Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Haunted Mist of Ross Bay | 21 Jan 2025 | 00:24:03 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Ross Bay Cemetery located in Victoria, one of Canada’s most storied burial grounds. Nestled on the edge of the Pacific Ocean in Victoria, British Columbia, this Victorian-era cemetery is home to nearly 30,000 graves, where tales of pioneers, artists, and forgotten souls are etched into weathered stone. Discover the remarkable life of Isabella Mainville Ross, the first independent female landowner in British Columbia, and how her land became the cemetery that bears her name. Unearth the legacies of notable figures such as Sir James Douglas, the "Father of British Columbia," Emily Carr, one of Canada’s most celebrated artists, and Billy Barker, the legendary prospector of the Cariboo Gold Rush. But Ross Bay Cemetery is not only a repository of history—it is also a hotspot for paranormal activity. From the tragic murder of David Fee on Christmas Eve to the chilling whispers near disturbed graves, the cemetery is filled with ghostly tales. Witnesses report sightings of a veiled woman wandering the grounds, a shadowy miner forever searching for lost fortune, and an elderly couple seen strolling hand in hand before vanishing into the mist. Explore the darker side of its history, including the Songhees People's displacement, the Satanic Panic fueled by the discredited book Michelle Remembers, and the cemetery’s role as a reflection of colonial expansion and social change. With intricate grave markers, towering obelisks, and over a century of secrets buried beneath its soil, Ross Bay Cemetery is a hauntingly beautiful journey into the past. Tune in to learn about the cemetery’s storied figures, chilling hauntings, and why this sacred ground continues to captivate historians and paranormal enthusiasts alike. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Grim's Guide to Salem | 8 Haunted Cemeteries in Salem MA | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:21:26 | |
Join host Kristin as The Grim opens the gate on a guided walk through Salem's most historic and haunted graveyards — eight burial grounds, each carrying its own dark legacy from the witch trials to the present day. Charter Street Cemetery, also known as the Old Burying Point, is Salem's must-see — one of the most haunted burial grounds in America, where judges Bartholomew Gedney and John Hathorne, who condemned the accused in 1692, rest just steps from the Witch Trials Memorial dedicated to their victims. The memorial, dedicated by Nobel Laureate Elie Wiesel in 1992, bears the names of twenty souls executed for witchcraft, their true graves still unknown — denied consecrated ground in life, lost to history in death. Visitors report shadow figures, ghost lights near Puritan-era stones, whispers rising from the earth, and the constant, unshakeable sensation of being watched. A short walk away, Howard Street Cemetery carries the weight of Giles Corey — the only man pressed to death during the witch trials — who now rests in an unmarked grave on grounds established nearly a century after his execution. Visitors report sudden chills, faint whispers, and the unsettling feeling of an unseen presence walking beside them. Broad Street Cemetery, Salem's second oldest, holds the Corwin family plot — Judge Jonathan Corwin and Sheriff George Corwin, the same family behind the Witch House that still stands today — where shadows shift between leaning stones and figures vanish at the edge of sight. Beyond Salem's center, Greenlawn Cemetery offers rolling autumn grounds and family mausoleums, while Harmony Grove invites quiet reflection through its garden cemetery design. The Friends Burying Ground, Salem's third oldest and smallest, holds the Quaker community's quiet legacy — a painful irony in a town founded by those fleeing religious persecution. And just outside Salem in Marblehead, Old Burial Hill — one of New England's oldest cemeteries, established in 1638 and famously seen in Hocus Pocus — holds a memorial for Wilmot Redd, executed for witchcraft in 1692, alongside reports of disembodied voices, shadowy apparitions, and the restless spirits of the Pierce family tomb. Throughout Salem's graveyards, the stones themselves tell a story — winged skulls, cherubs, urns, and weeping willows carved by hands long gone, each symbol a quiet dialogue between the living and the dead that has endured for centuries. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Graves on Bloody Hill | 14 Jan 2025 | 00:27:18 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument in Big Horn County, Montana. Known as the site of "Custer's Last Stand," this infamous battle marked a devastating chapter in the Great Sioux War of 1876. The Grim unpacks the events surrounding the conflict, where the Lakota Sioux, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors triumphed against the ill-fated 7th Cavalry, led by the ambitious but doomed George Armstrong Custer. Explore the layers of betrayal, displacement, and the relentless tide of U.S. expansion that culminated in this catastrophic clash. Discover eerie tales of spectral soldiers, vivid battle echoes, and chilling paranormal encounters that linger at the battlefield, where the past and present seem to blur. Also unearthing the enduring legacy of the Sioux Nation’s fight to reclaim their sacred Black Hills, which remains a powerful symbol of justice and resistance. Grab your favorite mug, cozy up, and join us as we open the gate on one of America's most haunted historical sites. For more eerie explorations and honorary grave grinds, visit The Grim online and subscribe for your next journey into the macabre. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| 2024: A Grim Review | 07 Jan 2025 | 00:16:30 | |
In this special episode of The Grim, host Kristin reflects on the incredible journey of the podcast’s debut year. With 33 episodes and an astounding 58,000 downloads, Kristin recounts how The Grim began as a love letter to graveyard tourism, blending history, hauntings, and legends from cemeteries around the world. The episode highlights fan-favorite cemeteries like the lush Victorian Highgate Cemetery, which transformed skeptics into cemetery enthusiasts, and the haunting Capuchin Catacombs of Sicily, which elicited mixed emotions due to its raw display of mortality. Kristin also dives into memorable ghost stories, including Bonaventure Cemetery’s spectral tales of laughter and smashed crystal, and the fascinating connection between Rhode Island’s Mercy Lena and the inspiration for Dracula. The episode touches on the unintended consequences of cemetery hauntings, such as vandalism, and explores the cultural significance of preserving graveyards as historical landmarks. From the Revolutionary War history of Green-Wood Cemetery to the eerie vampire tales of Chestnut Hill, The Grim celebrates the stories hidden in burial grounds worldwide. Kristin also shares personal reflections on the challenges of podcasting, the thrill of being featured on Apple’s New and Noteworthy and Death in the Basement, and her gratitude for listeners’ feedback. With a look ahead to 2025, Kristin invites fans to continue exploring the extraordinary history and haunting beauty of cemeteries in future episodes. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Gothic Graveyard of Battle Hill | 31 Dec 2024 | 00:32:33 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering historic and hauntingly beautiful Green-Wood Cemetery located in Brooklyn, New York. From its Gothic Revival entrance to its snow-covered grounds, Green-Wood holds centuries of stories, both inspiring and grim. Learn about the pivotal role the cemetery's grounds played in the Revolutionary War’s Battle of Brooklyn and its transformation into a 478-acre sanctuary of history and remembrance. Discover the lives of notable residents like Horace Greeley, Susan McKinney-Stewart, and Leonard Bernstein, who each left indelible marks on American culture and progress. Dive into tales of scandal and infamy, including the chilling legacies of Albert Anastasia of Murder, Inc., and Bill the Butcher. Hear about the poignant tragedy of Charlotte Canda and the enduring bravery of Margaret Corbin, the first woman to fight for the United States in battle. Green-Wood is more than a final resting place; it’s a time capsule of architectural marvels, historic monuments, and even ghostly legends. From the eerie allure of the Brooklyn Theater Fire Monument to the mysterious Tomb of Secrets, the cemetery offers a blend of the macabre and the majestic. Whether you’re drawn to its storied past, its iconic design, or its paranormal whispers, Green-Wood Cemetery continues to captivate visitors with its tales of life, death, and everything in between. Subscribe to The Grim and join us next time as we dig deeper into history’s most fascinating tales! Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Grim Tidings From The Abbey | 24 Dec 2024 | 00:35:55 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Westminster Abbey located in London England. Exploring its roots as a Benedictine monastery founded in 960, the Abbey emerges as a Gothic masterpiece and a centerpiece of British history. From hosting coronations to becoming the final resting place for over 3,330 individuals, including monarchs, poets, and war heroes, Westminster Abbey's halls are steeped in grandeur and mystery. The episode delves into the iconic Poets' Corner, a tribute to literary giants like Chaucer, Dickens, and Kipling, discussing how these figures helped shape culture and Christmas traditions. Charles Dickens, in particular, is celebrated for A Christmas Carol, which transformed the holiday spirit, blending the eerie with themes of generosity and goodwill. The Grim also uncovers the tale of the Unknown Warrior, whose grave honors soldiers with no known resting place. The solemn tribute includes spectral sightings of a ghostly soldier bowing in prayer. Similarly, Father Benedictus, a monk believed to have been murdered in the 16th century, is said to guide lost visitors before vanishing into the Abbey's walls. Finally, the show explores the darker side of Westminster's history, recounting the controversial figures buried and exhumed, such as John Bradshaw and Oliver Cromwell. These tales of grandeur, grief, and the paranormal make Westminster Abbey a timeless and hauntingly beautiful symbol of Britain's past. Subscribe for more dives into history and hauntings on The Grim. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Graves in the Gulch | 17 Dec 2024 | 00:25:20 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Benton Avenue Cemetery located in Helena, Montana. Established in 1870, this historic burial ground offers a glimpse into the lives of early settlers, gold rush pioneers, and those who shaped Helena's frontier past. The cemetery, located near Carroll College and the old rail lines, was built on land sold by sisters Rachel and Elizabeth during Helena's booming gold discovery period at Last Chance Gulch in 1864. Among the notable graves are those of Albert E. Haskell, a Civil War veteran whose headstone was restored thanks to volunteer efforts, and Callista Ingersoll, a midwife and caregiver who served the community. Another poignant story is that of Gussie Bach, who tragically died during childbirth and was buried alongside her newborn. The cemetery also holds somber memories of the 1885 diphtheria outbreak, which claimed the lives of Mary Dunfrey and the children she cared for, whose spirits are said to linger among the gravestones. No story of Montana is complete without a Yellowstone-like drama surrounding a historic ranch, and The Grim uncovers one of Helena's very own nearby with ties to the cemetery. Benton Avenue Cemetery is a place where history and legend intertwine. Visitors have reported paranormal activity, including sightings of a teenage girl in a yellow dress, believed to be Fern Mary Wilson, who died in 1911. From intricate grave markers and Masonic plots to cast-iron memorials and towering obelisks, the cemetery reflects the evolving burial traditions of the 19th and early 20th centuries. With 1,473 graves, including those of veterans, pioneers, and forgotten souls, Benton Avenue Cemetery stands as a powerful testament to Helena’s storied past. Whether drawn to its history or ghostly folklore, this episode uncovers why this sacred ground continues to captivate visitors and paranormal enthusiasts alike. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Ghosts with Grit in the Wild West | 10 Dec 2024 | 00:24:59 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Old Tonopah Cemetery located in Tonopah, Nevada—a resting place steeped in Wild West lore and ghostly tales. Cozy up with your favorite mug as The Grim takes you on a chilling journey through this forgotten frontier graveyard. Discover how the Wild West’s promise of fortune led to tragedy and triumph, from boomtowns rising and falling to the eerie tales of those who never left. We uncover the lives of Tonopah’s colorful residents: Bina Verrault, the fugitive “Love Syndicate” widow; George “Devil” Davis, a beloved saloon owner and restless spirit; and brave miners like Big Bill who gave their lives in the Belmont Mine Fire. Explore legends of accidental deaths, mysterious hauntings, and tragic suicides, including the heartbreaking story of Peter Copeland, whose dynamite explosion shocked the town. Learn how Tonopah’s haunted Clown Motel, perched beside the cemetery, amplifies the town’s spooky allure, drawing ghost hunters and thrill-seekers from around the globe. Through meticulous research and dedication, local historians like Allen Metscher have preserved Tonopah’s rich history, ensuring that its tales of love, loss, and resilience remain alive. Join us on this episode of The Grim as we unlock more gates to uncover the forgotten stories of the past. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Haunting of The Scarlett Lass | 03 Dec 2024 | 00:23:57 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Glendalough Cemetery located in County Wicklow, Ireland. A site steeped in history, spirituality, and haunting lore. Known as the "Valley of Two Lakes," Glendalough is celebrated for its tranquil beauty and the ruins of a 6th-century monastery founded by St. Kevin. The episode delves into St. Kevin’s life, from his noble beginnings to his retreat into the wilderness to live a life of solitude and devotion. Highlights include St. Kevin's Bed, a tiny cave overlooking the upper lake, and the round tower, an iconic structure symbolizing the ingenuity of early Irish monks. The cemetery, with over 2,000 graves, is a testament to centuries of faith and artistry, featuring gravestones from the medieval period to the 18th century, including works by famed stone carver Dennis Cullen. Listeners will uncover fascinating tales, like the story of Isolde Stuart, whose life intertwined with Irish nationalism, mysticism, and art, and the mysterious legends of restless spirits, including a spectral woman in red linked to St. Kevin’s tragic lore. The episode also explores the unique Celtic crosses, monastic architecture, and the site’s enduring spiritual significance, drawing pilgrims and visitors alike. The Grim masterfully blends historical insights with ghostly tales, making this episode a must-listen for history buffs, travelers, and paranormal enthusiasts. Explore Glendalough Cemetery's haunting charm, spiritual legacy, and cultural resonance in this riveting exploration. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| A Grim Thanksgiving | 26 Nov 2024 | 00:23:18 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Burial Hill located in Plymouth, Massachusetts, uncovering the history and eerie lore of Burial Hill. Once a colonial fort, this historic cemetery is the resting place for Mayflower passengers and Plymouth Colony founders. The Grim dives into tales of resilience, sacrifice, and tragedy, including the mysterious Pukwudgie of Wampanoag legend, chilling hauntings tied to shipwrecks, ghost stories, and the intricate artistry of 17th-century gravestones. This Thanksgiving-themed episode also examines the darker aspects of colonial expansion, from stolen lands to grave robbing. As Burial Hill connects America's origins to modern-day celebrations, The Grim invites us to reflect on the complex legacy of the Pilgrims and the indigenous people whose lives they forever altered. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| a Arte da Morte in Lisbon | 19 Nov 2024 | 00:22:57 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Prazeres Cemetery located in Lisbon, Portugal, that stands as a unique blend of history, art, and eerie beauty. As one of Lisbon’s most significant cemeteries, it serves as the final resting place for many of Portugal’s prominent figures, including renowned poets, political leaders, and cultural icons. The cemetery’s grand mausoleums, intricate sculptures, and elaborate tombstones make it a must-visit location for those interested in art, history, and architecture. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| A Railway to Death | 12 Nov 2024 | 00:28:16 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Rookwood Cemetery located in Sydney Australia. Spanning over 300 hectares, Rookwood is the largest cemetery in the Southern Hemisphere and the world’s largest still-operating Victorian-era cemetery. Established in 1867, it has been the final resting place for over 900,000 people from all walks of life. Rookwood Cemetery is divided into sections for different religious and cultural groups, including Catholics, Jews, and even a memorial for Holocaust victims. One of the most poignant features of Rookwood is the Circle of Love, a heartfelt shrine dedicated to stillborn and infant children. But Rookwood is more than just a cemetery – it’s a nationally significant heritage site. Efforts are underway to preserve the site’s rich history, ensuring it remains a living part of Australia’s heritage for generations to come. Join us this week on The Grim to explore the history, mystery, and beauty of Rookwood Cemetery—a place where history and heritage converge. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Hungry Hill: The Ghosts of Oniontown | Old Wethersfield Village Cemetery, CT | 14 Oct 2025 | 00:18:51 | |
Here's the refined, SEO-optimized episode summary in flowing prose: Join host Kristin as The Grim unlatches the gate to Old Wethersfield Village Cemetery — one of Connecticut's oldest and most haunted burial grounds, where colonial history, witchcraft trials, and restless spirits converge on a hill older than the nation itself. Long before English settlers arrived, this land was Pyquaug, home to the Wongunks people. By 1638, Puritan settlers had chosen Hungry Hill as their burial ground — a rise by the Connecticut River whose name is wrapped in rumor and older spirits. The cemetery tells the full arc of American belief through its stones alone: at the base, stark Puritan skulls and hourglasses preach mortality; higher up, urns and weeping willows soften grief into sentiment; at the crest, Victorian cherubs and verse turn mourning into poetry. Among its most significant residents, Leonard Chester — one of Wethersfield's original ten founders — rests beneath a plain Puritan slab, his stone a deliberate act of remembrance for a colony clinging to survival. Reverend Gershom Bulkeley, military chaplain and author of the witch trial manuscript Will and Doom, lies nearby, his grave radiating the severity of Puritan judgment. Colonel John Chester led troops at Bunker Hill and marched with Washington through Valley Forge, his grave tying this quiet hill to the roar of the Revolution. And a cenotaph for Silas Deane — the diplomat who secretly secured French support and helped win American independence — marks a man betrayed by his own country, stripped of honor, and found dead aboard a ship under deeply suspicious circumstances, his body buried in foreign soil far from home. But Wethersfield's darkest legacy predates Salem by nearly thirty years. Mary Johnson was hanged for witchcraft here in 1648, the first woman executed for witchcraft in New England. Katherine Harrison, a wealthy widow accused in 1669 for the crime of living independently after her husband's death, was convicted and exiled — her property seized, her name destroyed. Though she is not buried on Hungry Hill, her absence haunts it. It is a haunting without a tomb, a silence that hums with injustice. That injustice appears to linger. Visitors to Old Wethersfield Cemetery report phantom voices rising from the oldest stones, sudden cold spots sharp enough to raise the skin, shadowed figures that dissolve when approached, and the sound of heavy footsteps on paths no one else walks. Orbs appear in photographs above certain graves, and the Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum's Witches and Tombstones tours draw visitors into the colonial dark where guides speak of apparitions drifting through the ancient burying ground long after dusk. Wethersfield won't offer Halloween trinkets or staged scares — what it offers is something quieter, older, and far richer. The past here doesn't simply wait. It walks. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| An Affair with Death in Sicily | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:13:57 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering eerie Capuchin Catacombs located in Palermo, Sicily—home to one of the world’s largest collections of mummies. Originally part of the Capuchin Friary, the catacombs became famous for their preserved bodies, starting with the accidental mummification of monks in the 16th century. Over time, Palermo’s elite sought to be mummified, turning the catacombs into a macabre status symbol. The catacombs feature over 8,000 bodies, including the famous "Sleeping Beauty," Rosalia Lombardo, whose mummified remains are still remarkably intact. Visitors can walk through sections divided by profession, gender, and age, offering a chilling glimpse into past burial practices. Today, the catacombs are a unique historical site, studied by scientists to uncover the lives and health of the mummies. Despite minimal reports of paranormal activity, the atmosphere remains unsettling, making the Capuchin Catacombs a must-see for those fascinated by history and the macabre. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Día de Los Muertos at the Panteón General | 31 Oct 2024 | 00:14:08 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering the rich history and cultural significance of Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) in Oaxaca, Mexico. While many prepare for Halloween in the U.S., families in Oaxaca honor their deceased loved ones with vibrant celebrations. Discover the origins of this beautiful tradition, which intertwines Indigenous customs with Catholic influences from the Spanish conquistadors. Kristen discusses how the holiday evolved, featuring elements like ofrendas (altars), marigolds, and the significance of unique offerings to guide souls back to the living. Learn about the Panteón General cemetery, established in 1829, where thousands of souls rest, and experience the enchanting transformation of this sacred space during the festivities. The episode also touches on modern interpretations of Día de Los Muertos, including parades, calaveras, and the whimsical art of Alebrijes. Perfect for history buffs and cultural enthusiasts alike, this episode invites listeners to reflect on the balance between life and death. Tune in for a heartwarming exploration of a holiday that celebrates love, memory, and the cycle of life. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Above The Cove on Old Burial Hill | 29 Oct 2024 | 00:23:40 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Old Burial Hill located in Marblehead, Massachusetts, just in time for Halloween. This historic graveyard, featured in Hocus Pocus, offers stunning views and rich stories from its 1638 establishment. Discover the tales of Captain James Mugford, a Revolutionary War hero, and Wilmot Redd, a victim of the Salem witch trials. Learn about General John Glover, a key figure in the U.S. Navy's formation, and the quirky life of Timothy Dexter. As we delve into the graveyard's haunting legends, including sightings of Mama Red, this episode blends history and mystery beautifully. Tune in to uncover the secrets of Old Burial Hill and why it’s a must-visit for fall enthusiasts! Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Ghosts of The Grove | 22 Oct 2024 | 00:14:20 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Bachelor's Grove Cemetery in Midlothian, Illinois. Listeners will learn about ghostly sightings, including the phantom house, the Madonna figure, and the notorious hooked spirit that allegedly chases visitors away. With a dark past linked to the Chicago mob, rumors of bodies disposed of in a nearby pond contribute to the cemetery's haunted reputation. The site has also suffered from vandalism, resulting in damaged headstones, which adds to its lore. Paranormal enthusiasts are drawn to the reports of strange lights, shadowy figures, and unsettling sounds, making Bachelor's Grove a must-visit location for those interested in the supernatural. For those fascinated by ghost stories and historical mysteries, this episode is a perfect blend of lore and intrigue, ideal for anyone interested in haunted places, paranormal investigations, and the eerie history of Illinois. Join us for more spine-chilling tales and historical insights in future episodes of The Grim Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| A Burial in Insanity | 15 Oct 2024 | 00:17:31 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering the eerie Bohnice Cemetery in Prague, Czech Republic, known as the "Cemetery of Fools." Join The Grim as we delve into the chilling history of this site, we uncover its connection to the notorious Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital, where patients were buried without ceremony amid the shame surrounding mental illness. The episode examines the dark past of psychiatric care and the unsettling practices of the early 20th century, revealing the cemetery's overgrown grounds, dilapidated structures, and the stories of the 4,200 souls interred there. Notably, the episode highlights the mysterious grave of Maria Tuma Reiter, the only well-preserved site in the cemetery, and the theories surrounding her life and death. Listeners will learn about the gruesome unsolved murder of Otýlie Vranská and the chilling speculation surrounding Gavrilo Princip, the assassin of Archduke Franz Ferdinand d'Esta. With tales of paranormal encounters and historical intrigue, this episode paints a vivid picture of Bohnice Cemetery, a place filled with haunting stories and a deep sense of unease. Join us for a captivating journey into one of Europe’s creepiest cemeteries, perfect for thrill-seekers and history buffs alike. Grab your favorite mug, cozy up, and prepare for an exploration that blends history, horror, and mystery. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Grim's Greatest Haunt? | 08 Oct 2024 | 00:21:08 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Union Cemetery located in Easton, Connecticut, renown as one of the most haunted cemeteries in America. Popularized by legendary paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, Union Cemetery, established around 1761, has become a hotspot for ghostly encounters and supernatural tales. Listeners will uncover spine-tingling ghost stories, such as the sightings of the "white lady" and the tragic tale of Harriet R. Seeley, who is believed to haunt the grounds in search of her lost child. The Warrens' investigations not only brought attention to Union Cemetery but also inspired their book, "Graveyard: True Hauntings from an Old New England Cemetery." Join The Grim as we explore various hauntings, local legends, and eerie incidents associated with this historic site. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, this episode offers a blend of storytelling and supernatural intrigue that will captivate your imagination, especially during the Halloween season. For those intrigued by the paranormal, Union Cemetery is a must-visit destination. Don't miss out on this haunting exploration—subscribe now and join us next time as we open the gate on The Grim! Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery | 01 Oct 2024 | 00:25:18 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Sleepy Hollow Cemetery located in Sleepy Hollow, New York. This historic cemetery is the final resting place of some of America’s most iconic figures, including Washington Irving, the creator of the legendary Headless Horseman. As we explore the grounds, we’ll discover how Irving’s spirit seems to linger among the tombstones, inviting visitors to delve into the captivating tales of both the living and the dead. While you stroll through the serene landscape, keep your head on straight—tales of Sleepy Hollow come alive with every rustle of leaves and cool night breeze. Who knows what spirits might be watching, waiting to share their eternal stories with you? Join us on this spine-tingling journey through Sleepy Hollow Cemetery on The Grim! Perfect for fans of ghost stories, haunted locations, and American folklore. Don’t miss out on the chilling experiences and legends that make this cemetery a must-visit destination! Subscribe now to stay updated on our latest episodes! Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| A Soil Rich With Death | 24 Sep 2024 | 00:19:01 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and entering Unitarian Church Cemetery located in Charleston South Carolina. While the South Coast may take a back seat during the fall season, we’re diving deep into its eerie history. Stroll along the brick paths lined with gothic graves, all while the sweet scent of magnolias lingers in the air. But beware! As the sun sets and the Southern heat fades, the resident ghosts emerge, ready to share their chilling tales. In this first fall episode, we explore stories of unrequited love, notorious serial killers, and the inspiration behind the father of gothic fiction. Join us as we uncover the dark secrets buried in Charleston's soil—rich with death and history. Listeners, prepare for a haunting journey on The Grim! Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Curse of Salem Massachusetts | 17 Sep 2024 | 00:13:34 | |
The Grim is unlocking the gate and headed back to Salem entering Howard Street Cemetery. Is Salem cursed, or are these just a series of unfortunate events with eerie similarities? Join us as we delve into chilling tales that feel more like bedtime stories than historical facts. From ice-bound ships to the infamous Witches' Curse of Salem, we’ll explore the legends that haunt this historic town. As we kick off the fall season, prepare for a spine-tingling journey into Salem’s dark past on this week’s episode of The Grim! Don't miss out on these haunting stories! Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Dead Children's Playground | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:18:09 | |
The Grim is unlocking the gate and entering Maple Hill Cemetery in Huntsville Alabama. Discover why this hauntingly beautiful cemetery is famous for its eerie playground and the restless spirits that linger within with the Paranormal Community! With a rich history spanning from the Revolutionary War to World War II, the diverse array of residents makes Maple Hill Cemetery a unique location filled with captivating stories. But beware—if you hear the playful requests of children haunting the playground, it might be time to tread carefully. Join us as we explore Alabama's first cemetery and uncover its chilling secrets. Don’t miss this spine-tingling episode of The Grim! Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| The Asylum of Horror | Danvers State Hospital Cemetery, Massachusetts | 07 Oct 2025 | 00:16:54 | |
Join host Kristin as The Grim steps into the forgotten field of Danvers State Hospital Cemetery — where nearly 800 souls lie buried beneath numbered stones in the woods of Danvers, Massachusetts, their names erased and their stories locked away by decades of silence. Built in 1878 on Hathorne Hill — land tied to the family of Judge John Hathorne, whose name is stained by the Salem witch trials — Danvers State Hospital rose as a sprawling Kirkbride complex designed to heal 500 patients. At its peak, over 2,000 were crammed inside. What began as a vision of moral treatment became a monument to suffering: overcrowded wards, institutionalized abuse, and the darkest chapter of American psychiatric history. Danvers is widely recognized as the birthplace of the lobotomy, where alongside insulin shock therapy, electroconvulsive treatment, and physical restraints, patients — many of whom were not mentally ill at all, but simply inconvenient, misunderstood, or labeled hysterical — endured treatments that carved torment into the walls. Families signed loved ones over and rarely came back. When the hospital finally closed in 1992, most of the buildings were demolished. In 2006, a fire visible from Boston seventeen miles away consumed what remained. Luxury apartments now stand on the scars of the vanished asylum. But the cemetery remains — sunken, silent, and largely untouched. For years its graves bore only numbers. The Danvers State Memorial Committee has worked painstakingly through brittle ledgers to match names to markers, restoring fragments of identity to the lost. Still, rows of numbered stones endure, mute witnesses to abandonment in both life and death. And the dead do not appear to rest quietly. Urban explorers and paranormal investigators who entered the abandoned buildings before demolition described slamming doors, phantom sobbing, and the steady sound of footsteps in empty stairwells. Shadow figures loomed in doorways and vanished when approached. EVP recordings captured whispered words — sometimes a single plea for help, sometimes full phrases too clear to dismiss — emerging most strongly from the tunnels and the cemetery itself. The Administration Block's clock tower drew reports of faces in windows and the faint sound of typing long after the wards were gutted. The tunnels, narrow corridors running beneath the complex, were so oppressive that some investigators refused to enter at all. The cultural shadow of Danvers stretches far beyond its grounds. H.P. Lovecraft drew on the hospital when creating Arkham Sanitarium, which gave rise to Arkham Asylum in the Batman mythos. The 2001 film Session 9 was shot within its abandoned walls, using the building itself as the antagonist. The podcast Lore devoted an entire episode to its haunted history. Danvers became the archetype of the American horror asylum — not because of fiction, but because of the suffering it truly contained. What lingers here may not be ghosts in the traditional sense. It may be something deeper: the memory of pain so profound it etched itself into the earth. To walk the cemetery at Danvers is to feel the weight of lives hidden away, forgotten, and only now beginning to be remembered. Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| 1000 Steps of Cries and Shrieks of the Dead | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:25:36 | |
The Grim is unlocking the gate and entering Greenwood Memorial Terrace in Spokane Washington. Join us as we explore the cemetery's rich pioneer past, nestled within its winding, lush landscape. Here lie the stories of penniless men who struck it rich on America’s frontier, only to meet tragic ends. As we seek out the mysterious mausoleum, be prepared for haunting cries and shrieks from the souls of the past reaching out to the present. This episode marks The Grim’s first West Coast journey into hallowed ground, filled with eerie tales and ghostly happenings. Don’t miss this captivating exploration of Greenwood Memorial Terrace and its chilling history! Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Dueling to the Death | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:19:33 | |
The Grim is unlocking the gate and entering Colonial Park Cemetery in Savannah Georgia. Join us as we delve into its haunting past, marked by the scars of the American Civil War and infamous blood-soaked dueling grounds. Discover the stories of brave men, young and old, who fought to the death for their honor, and learn about the American founding father who lies somewhere within these historic grounds. As we explore the green mists beneath the ancient oaks, we’ll uncover the secrets hidden behind Colonial Park’s gates. Savannah never disappoints when it comes to rich history and spine-tingling hauntings. Don’t miss this captivating episode of The Grim as we explore the eerie tales that make this cemetery a must-visit for history and ghost enthusiasts alike! Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Dancing Skeletons & the Black Mausoleum | 20 Aug 2024 | 00:24:11 | |
The Grim is opening the gate and daring to enter what some consider the most haunted graveyard in the world, Greyfriars Kirkyard. Grab your favorite coffee and discover why some visitors never return from this chilling site. With reports of being scratched, pushed, and even passing out after encounters with the infamous Bloody Mackenzie, the tales here are spine-tingling. We'll explore the tragic history of the Covenant Prison and the significant events that forever altered Scotland, all of which took place within these hallowed grounds. But not everything is dark and macabre! Greyfriars Kirkyard also inspired J.K. Rowling's Godric's Hollow, and many names of her beloved characters from Harry Potter are permanent residents in this historic cemetery. This week’s episode of The Grim is hauntingly good and a must-listen for history buffs and ghost enthusiasts alike. Join us as we uncover the secrets and stories that make Greyfriars Kirkyard an unforgettable destination! Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||
| Taphophilia: [noun] Love of Funerals, Cemeteries, and the Rituals of Death | 13 Aug 2024 | 00:12:20 | |
Welcome to this week's episode of The Grim! We're unlocking the gate to explore the intriguing concept of taphophilia—the love of cemeteries and funerals. Join us as we take a break from our usual graveyard strolls to delve into the origins of The Grim and the passion behind its creation. In this episode, we’ll share our personal journeys and how our fascination with the rituals of death, historic cemeteries, and the stories they hold came to be. Discover what drives our love for the macabre and why we feel compelled to celebrate these often-overlooked spaces. Tune in to learn more about taphophilia and the meaning behind our eerie explorations on The Grim! This episode is perfect for anyone curious about the beauty and history found in cemeteries. Don't miss it! Support The Grim by buying a cup of our next Grave Grind! | |||