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The Moonlit Road PodcastAuthor: The Moonlit Road, LLC
Welcome to The Moonlit Road Podcast, broadcasting from the American South where strange folktales infuse the humid air, and ghost stories are as common as fireflies on a summer night. So light a lantern and pull up a chairjust don't forget to keep an eye on the shadows. Since 1997, we've been your trusted guides on a storytelling journey along the South's mysterious backroads. The Moonlit Road Podcast unearths classic campfire tales, forgotten ghost stories, and odd legends, whispered across time from one generation to the next. Each episode features gifted storytellers, musicians, and folklorists sharing the most memorable stories from the bayous of Louisiana to the mountains of Appalachia. If you crave the peculiar and otherworldly folklore of the American South, and the rich, eerie tapestry of the South's haunted past, then come on in and listen for a spell. We promise to keep a light on for youjust in case. We explore: Classic ghost stories from historic plantations and forgotten battlefields. Folklore and critters like the Bell Witch, Boo Hag, and the Plat Eye. Voodoo legends and Hoodoo practices from New Orleans and beyond. Appalachian haints and mountain mysteries. Timeless tales of strange historical events and unexplained phenomena. Join the thousands of listeners who have walked The Moonlit Road for years. New episodes are released periodically. Subscribe now and let the Southern spirits guide you! For even more stories not found on the podcast, visit our website at https://themoonlitroad.com. Language: en Genres: Arts, Drama, Fiction, Performing Arts Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Devil's Mansion of New Orleans
Wednesday, 8 April, 2026
Did the Devil himself really build a mansion in the heart of the Garden District? Discover the eerie legend of the haunted estate that once cast a shadow over St. Charles Avenue. New Orleans is a city of secrets, but few are as unsettling as the story of the dark, imposing mansion that appeared almost overnight on one of its most prestigious streets. From the strange, hapazard construction to the terrifying sounds that echoed from within its walls, the "Devil's Mansion" became a landmark of dread for generations of locals. Content Warning: This story ventures into darker territory, including moments of violence that some listeners may find unsettling. For more strange Southern folktales, including stories not on the podcast, visit https://themoonlitroad.com Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad "The Devil's Mansion of New Orleans" was adapted from folklore by Craig Dominey. Storyteller: Tom Coleman Recorded at KRVS Radio Acadie, Lafayette, Louisiana Additional audio production: Henry Howard Music: Jez Graham The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC. ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD: The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a massive online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers. #TheMoonlitRoad #NewOrleans #GhostStories #SouthernGothic #GardenDistrict #DevilsMansion #LouisianaFolklore #StCharlesAve #HauntedHistory #UrbanLegends #StorytellingPodcast
