Curious about what really lurks in the shadows of the Philippines? Every episode, hosts MJ and Ben dive deep into the most spine-tingling stories from our Islands - from mysterious encounters in ancient houses to modern urban legends that might make you think twice about that late-night drive. Join MJ and Ben as they uncover the darker side of Filipino culture, one chilling story at a time.
Warning: You may want to keep the lights on for this one!
Join your hosts, MJ & Ben, as they uncover the legend of Manila’s most infamous ghost—her cursed veil, her chilling wails in the rain, and the restless hunt for what was stolen from her. Is she seeking justice, revenge… or simply a way home?
Turn off the lights, listen closely, and whatever you do—if you hear the sound of taffeta dragging behind you—don’t look back.
Story Credits:
(a) "The Ghost of Balete Drive” , Neal H. Cruz, Inquirer.Net ;
Reddit, Username: Screwlost ;
The White Lady of Balete Drive", Kim Realubit, Indeed.com;
1 Feb 2025
Scales in the Shadows: A Filipino Urban Legend
From gleaming retail paradise to alleged serpentine lair - dive into one of the Philippines' most fascinating urban legends.
Join your hosts, MJ & Ben as they unravel the twisted tale of Robinsons Galleria, where a powerful family's success story intertwines with dark whispers of a snake-man hybrid lurking in secret tunnels beneath the mall's polished floors.
This richly-layered tale has it all - celebrity drama, family secrets, mysterious disappearances, and golden eggs.
Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, this episode will make you think twice about your next shopping spree. Press play... if you dare.
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1 Feb 2025
Bite Marks From Beyond: The Possession of Clarita Villanueva
Join your hosts, MJ and Ben, as they delve into the story of Clarita Villanueva, a young girl who was imprisoned in Manila City Jail. Her screams echoed through the corridors not from the horrors of imprisonment, but from something far more sinister. What unfolded next would become one of the most documented cases of demonic possession in modern history, making headlines from Manila to New York.
Story Credit: https://discover.hubpages.com/religion-philosophy/The-Exorcism-of-Clarita-Villanueva-Demonic-Possession-or-Evangelical-Propaganda
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