Summary
Overview
This episode covers the terrifying true story of the Union Screaming House in Missouri, where multiple families experienced extreme paranormal activity. Stephen Lachance and his three children first moved into the house after his divorce, only to be driven out by violent supernatural phenomena including disembodied screaming, apparitions, and physical attacks. Subsequent tenants faced similar horrors, despite warnings from Lachance. The landlord continued renting the property until its reputation made it impossible to find tenants, eventually converting it into a dog kennel.
Personal Updates and Spooky Season Vibes
The hosts share personal updates about their recent activities, including a mysterious spooky event in Salem and their love for fall weather. They discuss their reading preferences, with Alana recommending various horror and thriller series while Ash admits to never having read Goosebumps books or Stephen King novels. The conversation reveals their different approaches to entertainment, with Alana focused on reading and writing while Ash enjoys reality TV.
- The hosts did a spooky event in Salem, Massachusetts at night during October
- Ash reveals she has never read a Goosebumps book or any Stephen King novels despite hosting a true crime/paranormal podcast
- They plan to start a Goosebumps and Fear Street book club together
- Ash is heavily invested in reality TV shows on Bravo while Alana focuses on reading
" Are you even spooky? "
Stephen Lachance Finds His Dream House
After divorcing in 1999 and gaining custody of his three children, Stephen Lachance desperately searched for affordable housing in Union, Missouri. After weeks of failed attempts, he found what seemed like the perfect house on North Christina Avenue - spacious, well-maintained, and affordable. The family was thrilled with the property, viewing it as a fresh start after the emotional upheaval of divorce. However, ominous signs appeared immediately, including a strange comment from a passing car and unusual latches on the interior doors.
- Stephen Lachance divorced in 1999 and was awarded sole custody of his three children, requiring him to find new housing quickly
- After weeks of searching in Union, Missouri, he found a spacious house that seemed perfect for his family's needs
- A mysterious person in a passing car said 'hope you get along okay here' before speeding away
- All interior doors had hook and eye latches on the outside, as if designed to keep something from escaping
" It was more house than we ever imagined for the price, and we immediately decided we had to have it. "
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