Ghouls Podcast

About Ghouls Podcast

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.

Publisher

Anne MacCarroll & Emily Dryden

Category

true crime

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

13 Jun 2025

Latest episode

11 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

23 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   11 Sept 2026

   S2: E8 Possession of Anneliese Michel

   Today we take a look at one of the most provocative demon possession stories. The case of Anneliese Michel. While this story was the inspiration for the film “The Exorcism of Emily Rose” - how much of the story is fabricated, and what is real? Is this a real demonic possession? You decide. Sources: Michael Getler, “Cries of a Woman Possessed: German Court Hears Tapes in Exorcism Death Trial,” The Washington Post, April 20, 1978. Article Eric T. Hansen, “What in God’s Name?!,” The Washington Post, September 4, 2005. Article Benjamin Radford, “Seized by the Spirit: Temporal Lobe Epilepsy and the Exorcism of Anneliese Michel,” Skeptical Inquirer, 2021. Article Catholic Church, Code of Canon Law, Canon 1172. Canon 1172 Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, “Letter to Ordinaries Regarding Norms on Exorcism,” September 24, 1985. Vatican document Catechism of the Catholic Church, §1673, Vatican. Catechism Landgericht Aschaffenburg, Judgment in the Anneliese Michel negligent homicide case, April 21, 1978. Ernst Alt, contemporary testimony and accounts concerning Anneliese Michel and the exorcism. Arnold Renz, contemporary testimony and accounts concerning the exorcism of Anneliese Michel. Josef Michel and Anna Michel, contemporary testimony and statements concerning Anneliese Michel. Aschaffenburg District Court, 1978 negligent homicide trial records. Contemporary German press coverage of the 1978 Anneliese Michel trial.

2. 

   10 Jul 2026

   S2: E7 Jeffrey MacDonald, Part 3

   In this episode, Annie's mom, Lurine, who lived near the scene of the Jeffrey McDonald murders shares her firsthand experience and insights. She discusses her observations from the night of the crime, the neighborhood atmosphere during the Vietnam era, and her thoughts on the case's controversy. The conversation explores potential evidence, witness accounts, and theories about the guilt or innocence of McDonald. This detailed account offers a unique perspective on one of America's most infamous criminal cases. Books Mentioned Fatal Vision — Joe McGinniss https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45758.Fatal_Vision (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45758.Fatal_Vision) Fatal Justice — Jerry Allen Potter & Fred Bost https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/666555.Fatal_Justice (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/666555.Fatal_Justice) Helena Stoeckly Interview ABC News — Helena Stoeckley / Prosecutorial Misconduct Allegationshttps://abcnews.go.com/GMA/LegalCenter/story?id=1408389

3. 

   26 Jun 2026

   S2: E6 Jeffrey MacDonald Part 2

   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. References: General Background on Fatal Vision and the MacDonald Case https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fatal_Vision (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fatal_Vision) CBS News — Appeals and Ongoing Controversy https://www.cbsnews.com/news/appeal-in-1970-fatal-vision-murder-case/ (https://www.cbsnews.com/news/appeal-in-1970-fatal-vision-murder-case/) Office of Justice Programs (OJP) — “Fatal Vision Revisited” 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) Los Angeles Times — DNA / Hair Evidence Coverage 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) Los Angeles Times — McGinniss / MacDonald Lawsuit Coverage 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) Los Angeles Times — Settlement Coverage 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) ABC News — Helena Stoeckley / Prosecutorial Misconduct Allegations https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/LegalCenter/story?id=1408389 (https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/LegalCenter/story?id=1408389) TIME Magazine — A Wilderness of Error Review https://time.com/5887412/wilderness-of-error-review-fx/ (https://time.com/5887412/wilderness-of-error-review-fx/) Books Mentioned Fatal Vision — Joe McGinniss https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45758.Fatal_Vision (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45758.Fatal_Vision) Fatal Justice — Jerry Allen Potter & Fred Bost https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/666555.Fatal_Justice (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/666555.Fatal_Justice) The Journalist and the Murderer — Janet Malcolm 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 Wilderness of Error — Errol Morris https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52243312-a-wilderness-of-error (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52243312-a-wilderness-of-error)

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

10 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 12 / 100

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Quality

12

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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