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Unspookable is an award winning, family-friendly look at the histories and mysteries behind your favorite scary stories, myths and urban legends. Each week host Elise Parisian digs into the history, brain science, and power dynamics behind such topics as Bloody Mary, Charlie Charlie, and Ouija Boards to find the stories behind the scares. (Recommended for ages 8+) Unspookable is an official "Commo... more

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Adam Gidwitz
Creator and host of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, and New York Times bestselling author
Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest
Episode: Kooky Spooky Countdown: Elise Parisian (Unspookable) interviews Adam Gidwitz (Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest)
Nate DuFort
Friend of Mick Sullivan and co-host of Unspookable
Unspookable
Episode: The Past and The Curious Halloween Special: Twain's Ouija Novel (w Nate DuFort from Unspookable)
Daniel Rosenfeld
Composer and sound designer known as C418
Episode: Introducing: Twenty Thousand Hertz - Minecraft
Christopher Allen Brewer
Native American Paranormal Advisor from the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation
Episode: Episode 71: Skinwalkers & Cultural Appropriation with Christopher Allen Brewer
David Kreizman
CCO of Gen-Z Media and co-creator and writer of their hit show, The Hollow
Gen-Z Media
Episode: Episode 68: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow with David Kreizman of Gen-Z Media
Ira Marcks
Award-winning cartoonist and author of Shark Summer
Cartoonist and author
Episode: Episode 63: JAWS with Ira Marcks
Theresa Matsuura
Author of The Book of Japanese Folklore and host of Uncanny Japan
Uncanny Japan
Episode: Episode 59: Yokai and Japanese Folklore with Thersa Matsuura
Melissa Sarnowski
Gaming writer for ScreenRant and GameSkinny, specializing in horror games
ScreenRant and GameSkinny
Episode: Episode 57: Poppy Playtime and Horror Video Games
Pacific S. Obadiah
Podcast producer and SCP expert
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Episode: Episode 55: The SCP Foundation with Pacific S. Obadiah

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Elise Parisian
Host of a family-friendly podcast exploring the history and psychology behind scary stories and urban legends. She engages young audiences through educational narratives and critical thinking regarding common fears.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 3k ratings
  • Really great appropriate pod

    Really interesting and informational please bring back little little kids talking about the stuff it was soooo cute

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Halo bars
    United States25 days ago
  • I LOVE THIS

    I absolutely adore the episodes, they're just prefect.

    Thank you for making such an AMAZING podcast!!!!

    I like all the episodes, and I would ABSOLUTELY LOVE one about ghouls!

    Hope you consider it.

    Thank you for making a show that makes my day!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Capicute
    Ukrainea month ago
  • cartoon cat

    Please do cartoon cat🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    taynmar
    United Statesa month ago
  • So spooky

    👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pls make more quickly
    Canadaa month ago
  • Hi I have a recommendation

    Can you please do a part 2 on poppy playtime there is 2 more games and poppy playtime chapter 5 is coming out soon also I would love it if you did garten of banban it’s a really good series of games there 8 games the 5th was skipped but we got a prequel garten of banban 0

    Apple Podcasts
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    3V3R3TT_XD
    United Statesa month ago

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Many highlight the safe and suitable content for children, emphasizing the balance between spooky and informative.
Audience members express excitement for episode topics and suggest a variety of themes, showing active engagement and interest.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and educational value, making it a great choice for families.

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Kooky Spooky Countdown: Elise Parisian (Unspookable) interviews Adam Gidwitz (Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest)
Q: Can scary stories teach us something important about life or are they just for fun?
He suggests that scary stories can help process difficult themes and situations, as they reveal how characters deal with unfairness and fear, often resonating with real-life issues faced by children.
Kooky Spooky Countdown: Elise Parisian (Unspookable) interviews Adam Gidwitz (Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest)
Q: Why do you think that people seek out scary stories?
Gidwitz believes that scary stories provide a method for practicing the challenges of life, offering a narrative where a protagonist faces difficulties and overcomes them, thereby helping kids cope with their fears.
Kooky Spooky Countdown: Elise Parisian (Unspookable) interviews Adam Gidwitz (Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest)
Q: What kind of kid were you? The type who loved scary stories or the one who slept with a nightlight?
Adam Gidwitz admitted he did not love scary stories as a kid and preferred reading mysteries and adventure stories, noting he loves to scare others but not to be scared himself.
Episode 71: Skinwalkers & Cultural Appropriation with Christopher Allen Brewer
Q: Could you point us to any ethical indigenous horror or scary stories?
A really neat book is 'Living Ghosts and Mischievous Monsters' by Dan SaSuWeh Jones.
Episode 71: Skinwalkers & Cultural Appropriation with Christopher Allen Brewer
Q: How did you come to know about skinwalkers?
My uncle told me about them because part of Colorado has Navajo land, and he wanted to ensure I could protect my spirit.

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What is Unspookable about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A family-friendly exploration into the intriguing histories behind popular scary stories and urban legends, the content focuses on engaging young audiences by blending education with entertainment. Each episode features discussions on the origins, implications, and cultural significance of various myths, such as Bloody Mary and Ouija Boards, while also incorporating elements of psychology and history into the narratives. This unique combination aims to demystify fears and encourage critical thinking about the stories that often capture children's imaginations. Furthermore, the show has garnered accolades for its educational value and has received recognition from various media outlets for its ability to captivate audiences of all ages, maki... more

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3. Tumble Science Podcast for Kids
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Recent guests on Unspookable include:

1. Adam Gidwitz
2. Nate DuFort
3. Daniel Rosenfeld
4. Christopher Allen Brewer
5. David Kreizman
6. Ira Marcks
7. Theresa Matsuura
8. Melissa Sarnowski

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