Haunted History Chronicles

Curl up and enjoy discovering the history and ghostly events that surround different places, locations and people.

“There are more things in heaven and earth… than are dreamt of in your philosophy.” Hamlet

Recent Episodes

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Nov. 6, 2026

The Myth of Objectivity in Paranormal Investigation

Can paranormal investigators ever be truly objective? And what happens when the people conducting an investigation become increasingly entangled in the very experiences they are trying to understand? In this second instalment of our exploration of contamination in paranormal investigation, I welcome back psychical researcher Ciaran Farrell to Haunted History Chronicles as we examine the complicated relationship between investigators, witnesses and the evidence they seek to uncover. Building u
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Oct. 30, 2026

Contamination in Paranormal Investigation

Can paranormal investigators ever truly separate what they observe from what they already believe? And what happens when the search for answers begins to influence the evidence itself? In this episode of Haunted History Chronicles, I welcome back psychical researcher Ciaran Farrell for the first instalment of a fascinating series exploring contamination in paranormal investigation and the often-overlooked influences that can shape our understanding of extraordinary experiences. Drawing on his
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Oct. 23, 2026

Ghosted: The Anatomy Of A Haunting With Brian Laythe

What if understanding a haunting means looking beyond the ghost? A shadow glimpsed in an empty room. An object moving without explanation. A sudden sensation that someone, or something, is watching. For centuries, experiences like these have inspired ghost stories, fuelled investigations and divided opinion. But what actually makes an experience a haunting? Is it something within the environment, something about the person experiencing it, or an interaction between the two? And perhaps just a
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Oct. 16, 2026

New Orleans Voodoo and the Spirits That Walk Among Us

What if everything you thought you knew about Voodoo was wrong? Beyond the Hollywood curses, sinister dolls and frightening stereotypes lies a spiritual tradition shaped by resilience, powerful women, ancestral connections and the belief that death need not sever our relationships with those who came before us. This week, we return to New Orleans to explore the history, rituals and mysteries of Voodoo, from the enduring legacy of Marie Laveau to extraordinary first-hand accounts of spirit pos
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Oct. 9, 2026

Jamaica Inn: Where History Whispers and Legends Linger

What is it about Jamaica Inn that refuses to let people go? Standing amid the rugged landscape of Bodmin Moor, the Inn has become inseparable from tales of smugglers, travellers, ghosts and, of course, Daphne du Maurier. Yet beneath the legends lies something even richer: generations of people whose lives became entwined with the building, fragments of history still waiting to be recovered, and an extraordinary collection of paranormal reports stretching across decades. In this episode of Hau
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Oct. 2, 2026

The Devil In The Dock

What happens when the Devil enters the courtroom? For centuries, that wasn't simply a theological question. There were times when courts treated Satan, demons and witchcraft as very real forces capable of corrupting bodies, destroying crops, causing death and driving human beings towards terrible acts. But as society changed, so too did the Devil — and so did the law. In this episode, we follow that extraordinary transformation through centuries of legal history. From the brutal machinery of

Recent Blog Posts

Oct. 20, 2026

The Spirit of Voodoo

A skeleton dressed in a fine black suit and top hat, a cigar between his teeth and a glass of rum close at hand, hardly seems the most conventional image of a sacred figure. Add a fondness for outrageous jokes, flamboyant behaviour and a distinctly …
Oct. 6, 2026

The Devil in the Dock: Crime, Folklore and the Changing Face of Evil

On 12 January 1807, something terrible happened at Upper Mayfield in Staffordshire. George Allen, a local working man who appears until then to have lived a relatively settled life, murdered three of his children and attempted to murder his wife. Th…
Sept. 30, 2026

New Orleans: Where the Dead Are Never Far Away

There are cities where the dead seem carefully separated from the living. They are placed behind cemetery walls, remembered on particular days, spoken of in lowered voices and largely kept at the edges of everyday life.  New Orleans has never quite…

About the Host

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Michelle

Host, author and producer

Hi I’m Michelle.
Teacher, podcaster, history and paranormal enthusiast and woman who wears many hats and spins many plates including dog whisperer- as you will often find Archie my dog- joining me during podcast recordings where he promptly falls asleep clearly not as enthusiastic about the subject as I am. It does mean his dulcet snoring can often be heard gently in the background- his contribution as occasional co- host needs a little work.
I live in Oxford in the United Kingdom and I love travelling and exploring historical sites throughout the UK for its history and haunted activity. One of the best gifts I ever received was English Heritage vouchers to use to explore various different historical sites. I had the best summer that year. (For friends and family possibly reading this please note that hint for future gift ideas!)
I started this podcast as an adventure through some of my passions. It has been immensely exciting getting to know lots of other people around the world who have these same common interests. I’ve been humbled by the encouragement and support from strangers and people who have become new friends! I truly could not do this without you.
This isn’t something I have done before and I’m learning everything as I go along - from equipment, to editing, to even creating this website. I’m loving it though- it’s a lot of work - but worth every second. Thank you for being patient as I learn and improve along the way. I have big dreams of where to take this podcast and community I hope we build here. If you wish to support that dream and this channel please take a look at the membership page as a means to help with this.

Reviews

Brilliant

"Brilliant, poignant, lovely. Your words take me to the time and place. Thank you!"

MeemsTN | Dec. 3, 2021

Great

"The host has a wonderful calming voice and seems extremely well informed on each subject weather it is history mystery or lore. Highly recommended!!!"

sk1885 | Jan. 7, 2022

Fascinating content- the only reason I look forward to my daily driving

"This podcast is so lovely. Fascinating content, accessing experts you wouldn't even imagine existed. What I look forward to most during my daily commutes!"

Ashlie | May 13, 2023

Lover of History

"Michelle is a great host, I am new to the podcast but everyone I’ve listened to have been entertaining and fun. Hello from across the pond, Eaton Ohio!"

David Sizemore | May 20, 2023

"An incredible podcast that I highly recommend to anyone interested in history, dark history, folklore and superstitions, paranormal research and ghost lore. Each week brings something different wit…"

Nick50 | July 19, 2023

An absorbing listen

"Having been fascinated by all things supernatural, folklore, and the occult since a child, I'm always on the lookout for suitable, special podcasts. This is one of those. The host has a very pleasant…"

Karl Gimblett | July 24, 2023

Extremely Interesting

"A fantastic podcast on the history and ghostly stories of time gone by. A must listen podcast"

Wendy Rammond | Aug. 3, 2023