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Maniac on the Loose Scary Stories

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by Steve Hudgins

4.6(101 reviews)

519 episodes

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If you like scary stories, terrifying towns, creepy tales, ghost fiction, monster legends, haunted houses and small town horror, this is the podcast for you. New episodes every week — all written and narrated by bestselling horror author Steve Hudgins. Lock your doors. Bolt your windows. There's a maniac on the loose. "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Sign up for the newsletter and get some free stuff! https://maniacontheloose.com #scarystories #horrorstories #horrorpodcast #terrifyingtowns #talesofterror #smalltownhorror

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Recent Episodes

August 7, 2026

Are you ready to experience the most terrifying of towns?

Terrifying Town Horror Stories from a real Maniac on the Loose. Small town nightmares packed with dread, ghosts, maniacs, dark secrets, and chilling twist endings.Scary stories podcast featuring original horror from the Terrifying Towns series — perfect for fans who love creepy small town tales and atmospheric terror.If you enjoy this episode, please leave a review and share it with a friend — it really helps this maniac reach more listeners!I have over 500 stories on Audible — 100% free with membership, no credits needed, no ads.Here’s the page with every audiobook: <a href="https://maniacontheloose.com/audiobooks">⁠⁠https://maniacontheloose.com/audiobooks ⁠⁠</a>Not on Audible yet? 30-day free trial: <a href="https://maniacontheloose.com/audible">⁠⁠https://maniacontheloose.com/audible⁠⁠</a>

July 31, 2026

Coffinsview Vol. 4 | COMPLETE AUDIOBOOK | SMALL TOWN NIGHTMARES

Host Maniac on the Loose shares chilling small-town horror stories filled with dread, ghosts, and dark secrets, offering listeners atmospheric terror.

July 17, 2026

A Terrifying Town Horror Story | SMALL TOWN NIGHTMARES

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519 total episodes available with 26 transcripts

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What is Maniac on the Loose Scary Stories?: If you like scary stories, terrifying towns, creepy tales, ghost fiction, monster legends, haunted houses and small town horror, this is the podcast for you.

New episodes every week — all written and narrated by bestselling horror author Steve Hudgins.

Lock your doors. Bolt your windows. There's a maniac on the loose.

"Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th

Sign up for the newsletter and get some free stuff! https://maniacontheloose.com

#scarystories #horrorstories #horrorpodcast #terrifyingtowns #talesofterror #smalltownhorror
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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