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The Candle in the Cellar - Tales from the Shack

The Candle in the Cellar 
A sudden draft. A hidden hatch. A candle already burning in a place that shouldn’t exist.
In this unnerving tale from the Shack, an innocent investigation leads to a flickering encounter with something unnatural—and and far more ancient—than expected. What begins as curiosity becomes a chilling obsession… and some flames should never be blown out.
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The Candle in the Cellar is an original story written by Petrina Missons for The Freakin’ Shack. © 2025. All rights reserved. Please do not reproduce without permission.
 
 

The Last Echo of Ellyn - Druidic Edition / Tales from the Shack

Hidden in the mists of Brittany lies a village few remember... and a legend that refuses to fade. When belief waned and the old ways fell silent, one child's voice called through the veil - and the Aonbheannach, the last Unicorn, answered..
In this haunting tale from the Shack we journey into the forgotten hollow of Ellyn, where ancient druidic echoes stir, and hope rides on silver hooves beneath the stars.
 
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Whispers from the Stars - Tales from the Shack

In a quiet French village, a lonely widower spends his twilight years stargazing—until the stars begin to whisper his name. When a strange light descends during a mysterious blackout, he steps into the unknown… 
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The Rake - Tales from the Shack

Listener discretion is advised - Please be aware that this story is not advisable for younger children or anyone with a nervous disposition. 
Deep in the forgotten corners of the Internet, a creature has stalked its way into modern myth.. 'The Rake' is a nightmare whispered about on forums, found in old journals, and spotted at the edge of beds in the dead of night.
In this chilling tale, we tell of one woman's encounter with The Rake... an encounter that might just leave scars on the soul!!
Is it an urban legend born of online horror.. or something more real.. listen with care to this tale as it might just follow you into your dreams!!
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This story was written, edited and read by Petrina, your host on Tales from the Shack. 

The Hollow Below: Secrets of the Inner Earth

This is the grand finale of our Mythical Creatures series - an all out plunge into Hollow Earth lore!
We follow a 1911 miner's journal, unpack a few conspiracies and meet some of the most incredible people with names that you just won't believe! Its the weirdest ride underground yet-and the deeper we dig, the stranger it gets..
Heads Up: We're taking a summer break.. look out for some bite-sized 'Tales from the Shack' during July and August and we will be back fully revived and ready for the strange and the unexplained. Have a great summer
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Adopt-a-Ghost: An Unexpected Birthday Surprise

This week on The Freakin' Shack, a mysterious birthday gift kicks off a whole new tradition: Adopt-a-Ghost. We explore the story behind our first ghostly arrival and uncover some incredible history, and we share a ghostly tale of spirit service in the modern world.
Got a ghost in mind we should adopt next..? send us your ideas!
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Urban Legends - Monsters We Made, Urban Myths and the Internet's Dark Side

Content Warning - This episode includes references to murder, suicide, stabbing, cannibalism and disturbing internet content. While we don't go into graphic detail, listener discretion is advised!
What happens when myth meets meme-and people believe it?
In this chilling episode of The Freakin' Shack, we enter into the shadowy world of Urban legends born and bred on the internet. From the eerie origins of Creepypasta to infamous figures like The Slender Man and The Rake, we explore how digital storytelling can blur into real-life horror.
We also unravel the darker side of initiation rituals, social media dares and viral challenges and trends that have turned fiction into frightening reality.  And as always, we bring you our story of the week - this time, the mysterious story of The Beast of Bodmin.. lurking on the moors.
Monsters maybe imaginary, but belief? That's the real danger!
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Cosmic Chaos - Our Obsession with the Stars

Buckle up for 'lift off' into the cosmos in our latest episode entitled: Cosmic Chaos! We’re looking up towards the celestial realm, unearthing the myths, folklore, and larger-than-life legends that have shaped humanity’s obsession with the stars. From ancient gods chucking thunderbolts at each other to near-space disasters with a celestial dog that just wants to eat us all, this episode is a cosmic rollercoaster of epic proportions.
Expect absurd earthbound mishaps (as always), questionable theories, and a sprinkle of awe and wonder—all delivered with a hefty dose of humour. If you love to stargaze, or listen to a good old fashioned story, or you're just here for the chaos, we promise you’ll be entertained.
So look UP everyone—it’s about to get a little chaotic! 
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