Ghouls Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Anne MacCarroll & Emily Dryden
Podcast Authority
Beta
Podcast Overview
<p>Get ready to be spooked by Ghouls, the podcast that delves into the darkest corners of true crime, paranormal activity, and cryptids. Hosted by the dynamic duo of Annie MacCarroll and Emily Dryden, each episode unravels spine-chilling stories that will leave you questioning what's real and what's not. From infamous murder cases to eerie encounters with otherworldly beings, Ghouls explores the unexplained with a captivating blend of research and wit. Annie and Emily's expert storytelling and genuine fascination with the macabre make them the perfect guides for your journey into the unknown. Tune in to Ghouls for your bi-weekly dose of all things creepy, crawly, and criminal.</p>
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
6/13/2025
Unlock The Full Podcast Authority Score Report
See how your podcast performs across key metrics
Podcast Authority
BetaRecommendations available
Unlock the full report to see detailed tips
Recommendations available
Unlock the full report to see detailed tips
Unlock comprehensive insights including:
- • YouTube presence analysis
- • Social media reach metrics
- • RSS compliance scoring
- • Podcast 2.0 features
- • Technical standards
Detailed Analytics
- Complete breakdown of all 19 authority metrics
- Personalized recommendations for each metric
- Industry benchmarks and comparisons
- Technical RSS feed analysis and compliance scoring
Growth Strategies
- Step-by-step action plans for improvement
- Quick wins to boost your score immediately
- Pro tips from successful podcasters
See how your show performs across every key metric
High authority scores make your podcast more attractive to industry leaders and influencers who want to appear on credible shows.
Sponsors look for podcasts with proven authority and engagement. Your score demonstrates your podcast's value to potential partners.
Understanding your strengths and weaknesses helps you make data-driven decisions to expand your listener base effectively.
Reach the team behind Ghouls Podcast
Verified contact details for this show aren't on file yet — sign up to get notified when they land.
Recent Episodes
June 26, 2026
S2: E6 Jeffrey MacDonald Part 2
<p>We explore the complex and controversial Jeffrey McDonald case, examining the trial's intricacies, key evidence like the blue pajama top, and the impact of Joe McGuinness's book 'Fatal Vision'. In this episode, we delve into the challenges faced by the defense, the significance of witness testimonies, and the lasting effects of the jury's verdict and subsequent appeals process. We also investigate crucial elements such as Helena Stokely's confession, the role of cults, and the implications of DNA testing and drug trafficking on the case's trajectory. Finally, we present alternative theories regarding the blood evidence to question the reliability of the prosecution's narrative and the overall fairness of the trial.</p><p>References:</p><p>General Background on Fatal Vision and the MacDonald Case <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fatal_Vision">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fatal_Vision</a></p><p>CBS News — Appeals and Ongoing Controversy <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cbsnews.com/news/appeal-in-1970-fatal-vision-murder-case/">https://www.cbsnews.com/news/appeal-in-1970-fatal-vision-murder-case/</a></p><p>Office of Justice Programs (OJP) — “Fatal Vision Revisited” <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.ojp.gov/ncjrs/virtual-library/abstracts/fatal-vision-revisited-macdonald-murder-case">https://www.ojp.gov/ncjrs/virtual-library/abstracts/fatal-vision-revisited-macdonald-murder-case</a></p><p>Los Angeles Times — DNA / Hair Evidence Coverage <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.latimes.com/nation/la-xpm-2012-sep-26-la-na-nn-fatal-vision-murders-evidence-20120926-story.html">https://www.latimes.com/nation/la-xpm-2012-sep-26-la-na-nn-fatal-vision-murders-evidence-20120926-story.html</a></p><p>Los Angeles Times — McGinniss / MacDonald Lawsuit Coverage <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1987-07-09-mn-3103-story.html">https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1987-07-09-mn-3103-story.html</a></p><p>Los Angeles Times — Settlement Coverage <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1987-08-22-me-1079-story.html">https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1987-08-22-me-1079-story.html</a></p><p>ABC News — Helena Stoeckley / Prosecutorial Misconduct Allegations <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/LegalCenter/story?id=1408389">https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/LegalCenter/story?id=1408389</a></p><p>TIME Magazine — A Wilderness of Error Review <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://time.com/5887412/wilderness-of-error-review-fx/">https://time.com/5887412/wilderness-of-error-review-fx/</a></p><p>Books Mentioned</p><p>Fatal Vision — Joe McGinniss <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45758.Fatal_Vision">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45758.Fatal_Vision</a></p><p>Fatal Justice — Jerry Allen Potter & Fred Bost <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/666555.Fatal_Justice">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/666555.Fatal_Justice</a></p><p>The Journalist and the Murderer — Janet Malcolm <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/65564.The_Journalist_and_the_Murderer">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/65564.The_Journalist_and_the_Murderer</a></p><p>A Wilderness of Error — Errol Morris <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52243312-a-wilderness-of-error">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52243312-a-wilderness-of-error</a></p>
June 12, 2026
S2: E5 Jeffrey MacDonald Part 1
<p>Jeffrey MacDonald is one of the most infamous figures in American true crime. Convicted of murdering his pregnant wife, Colette, and their two young daughters in 1970, his case has captivated—and divided—the public for decades. If you've read Fatal Vision or watched the television adaptation, you may already be convinced of his guilt. But what if the story isn't that simple? In this episode, we'll take a deep dive into the crime scene, the forensic evidence, the arguments for and against MacDonald, and the decades of investigations, appeals, and courtroom battles that have kept this case alive for more than half a century.</p><p>References:</p><p>General Background on Fatal Vision and the MacDonald Case <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fatal_Vision">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fatal_Vision</a></p><p>CBS News — Appeals and Ongoing Controversy <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cbsnews.com/news/appeal-in-1970-fatal-vision-murder-case/">https://www.cbsnews.com/news/appeal-in-1970-fatal-vision-murder-case/</a></p><p>Office of Justice Programs (OJP) — “Fatal Vision Revisited” <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.ojp.gov/ncjrs/virtual-library/abstracts/fatal-vision-revisited-macdonald-murder-case">https://www.ojp.gov/ncjrs/virtual-library/abstracts/fatal-vision-revisited-macdonald-murder-case</a></p><p>Los Angeles Times — DNA / Hair Evidence Coverage <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.latimes.com/nation/la-xpm-2012-sep-26-la-na-nn-fatal-vision-murders-evidence-20120926-story.html">https://www.latimes.com/nation/la-xpm-2012-sep-26-la-na-nn-fatal-vision-murders-evidence-20120926-story.html</a></p><p>Los Angeles Times — McGinniss / MacDonald Lawsuit Coverage <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1987-07-09-mn-3103-story.html">https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1987-07-09-mn-3103-story.html</a></p><p>Los Angeles Times — Settlement Coverage <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1987-08-22-me-1079-story.html">https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1987-08-22-me-1079-story.html</a></p><p>ABC News — Helena Stoeckley / Prosecutorial Misconduct Allegations <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/LegalCenter/story?id=1408389">https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/LegalCenter/story?id=1408389</a></p><p>TIME Magazine — A Wilderness of Error Review <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://time.com/5887412/wilderness-of-error-review-fx/">https://time.com/5887412/wilderness-of-error-review-fx/</a></p><p>Books Mentioned</p><p>Fatal Vision — Joe McGinniss <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45758.Fatal_Vision">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45758.Fatal_Vision</a></p><p>Fatal Justice — Jerry Allen Potter & Fred Bost <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/666555.Fatal_Justice">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/666555.Fatal_Justice</a></p><p>The Journalist and the Murderer — Janet Malcolm <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/65564.The_Journalist_and_the_Murderer">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/65564.The_Journalist_and_the_Murderer</a></p><p>A Wilderness of Error — Errol Morris <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52243312-a-wilderness-of-error">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52243312-a-wilderness-of-error</a></p>
May 8, 2026
S2: E4 Haunted Edinburgh
<p>Explore the rich and haunted history of Edinburgh, from ancient origins to modern ghost stories, uncovering the city's dark past and its spectral inhabitants.</p><p> </p><p> resources</p><p>Edinburgh Castle - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.edinburghcastle.scot/">https://www.edinburghcastle.scot/</a></p><p>Greyfriar's Kirkyard - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.edinburgh.org/see-and-do/attractions/greyfriars-kirkyard/">https://www.edinburgh.org/see-and-do/attractions/greyfriars-kirkyard/</a></p><p>Mary King's Close - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.realmuseum.com/visit/edinburgh-museum/marys-close/">https://www.realmuseum.com/visit/edinburgh-museum/marys-close/</a></p><p>Scottish Paranormal Society - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://scottishparanormal.co.uk/">https://scottishparanormal.co.uk/</a></p><p>Stone Tape Theory - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stone_tape_theory">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stone_tape_theory</a></p><p></p><p></p>
21 total episodes available
Similar Podcasts
Discover related shows you might enjoy
Deep-dive analytics for Ghouls Podcast
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Ghouls Podcast?
<p>Get ready to be spooked by Ghouls, the podcast that delves into the darkest corners of true crime, paranormal activity, and cryptids. Hosted by the dynamic duo of Annie MacCarroll and Emily Dryden, each episode unravels spine-chilling stories that will leave you questioning what's real and what's not. From infamous murder cases to eerie encounters with otherworldly beings, Ghouls explores the unexplained with a captivating blend of research and wit. Annie and Emily's expert storytelling and genuine fascination with the macabre make them the perfect guides for your journey into the unknown. Tune in to Ghouls for your bi-weekly dose of all things creepy, crawly, and criminal.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.