In this episode of Dearly Departed, we explore the origins of the Mothman story, the eyewitness encounters that made headlines, and the tragedy that many believe is connected to the creature. We dig into the theories, the folklore, and the question that still lingers today: was Mothman a monster, a warning, or something else entirely?

Whether you’re a skeptic or a true believer, this episode uncovers why the Mothman remains one of the most chilling paranormal legends in American history.

But the violence didn’t end when the prison closed. Visitors and former staff report footsteps in empty cellblocks, voices echoing through the halls, shadow figures, and a feeling that something is still watching.

We explore the penitentiary’s dark past, the lives lost within its walls, and the paranormal activity that refuses to fade. Was this place ever truly empty, or did the prison keep its prisoners forever?

We talk through exactly what happened, what responses she received, and how these moments affected her in real time. From eerie timing to unsettling answers, these experiences left more questions than explanations.

We also dive into the chilling legend of the Melonheads, one of the Midwest’s most disturbing urban legends. Where did the stories come from, and why do they continue to resurface decades later.

From chilling statistics to paranormal theories and local lore, Alyssa explores why I-4 is considered one of the most dangerous roads in America and whether there is more than bad driving at play. Is the I-4 Deadzone simply the result of poor infrastructure and heavy traffic, or is something darker influencing this road?

We dive into the history behind the legend, including the infamous Leeds family origins, early sightings, and eerie stories that helped cement the Jersey Devil as one of the most famous cryptids in American folklore. From whispered campfire tales to documented encounters, we explore why this creature continues to capture imaginations today.

Is the Jersey Devil fact, folklore, or something in between? Join us as we uncover the history, the sightings, and the stories that refuse to fade.

We uncover the real history, the tragic events tied to the grounds, and the paranormal encounters that keep investigators coming back. If you love ghost stories that blend history with chills, this episode is for you.

Tune in for a mysterious, informative, and eerie journey into one of America's strangest cryptid encounters.

In this episode, Alyssa shares what it was like to walk through the Villisca Axe Murder House herself. From the creak of the floors to the uneasy feeling that someone might still be watching, she recounts the chilling atmosphere that lingers within those walls.

Together, Alyssa and Kailie uncover the story of that night, the theories that have haunted investigators for generations, and the paranormal activity that keeps Villisca’s legend alive.

Episode one will contain some of our stories about our spiritual stories, our very own paranormal experiences, and a couple questions. What did Kailie see that one day driving through Kentucky? What was happening in Alyssa’s apartment that night? WHO IS GERALD??? We are about to guide you through darkness and help you understand the very things that terrify you and keep you up at night.