The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime
The Scarecast, hosted by Michael Crutchfield, narrates listener-submitted true horror, paranormal and creepy encounter stories, with occasional true crime episodes and guest interviews. The show has 269 episodes, releases roughly every five days, and typical episodes run about 33 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, implying a sponsorship rate of about $90 to $630 per host-read mid-roll.
Loyal horror and true crime listeners across 269 episodes and 1,889 Apple ratings
- Apple Podcasts shows 1,889 ratings at a 4.5 average, a strong signal of an engaged, returning audience.
- Nine years of weekly-to-biweekly episodes build a long catalogue with consistent format and recognisable host.
- Listener-submitted stories and creepy-themed episodes suit brands that want an atmospheric, seasonal context.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, listener-submitted story narration, guest interview
- Tone
- eerie, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 30 to 35 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description lists only social handles, a website and a story submission email.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Titles such as 'The Human Mask Phenomenon' and 'Killers Caught Years Later' indicate violent true crime content, and the feed is not flagged explicit.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | redcircle.com/shows/the-scarecast |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1071545581 |
| RSS feed | feeds.redcircle.com/1a5a2b50-ba56-48fc-a05b-ce2a… |
Benchmark score: 43 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| EP30 - James "Murr" Murray: From Impractical Jokers to New Horror Movi | 2026-09-12 | 1 h 2 min |
| 7 Disturbing Disneyland Deaths | 2026-09-06 | 17 min |
| 5 Killers Caught Years Later | 2026-09-04 | 24 min |
| 5 Scary Stories: Ghostly Granny, Sleep Paralysis, and Creepy Hotel Own | 2026-09-02 | 32 min |
| EP26 - 6 TRUE Horror Stories | Ouija Boards, Haunted Roads & Alien Enc | 2026-08-17 | 34 min |
| EP25 - 8 Disneyland Horror Stories | 2026-08-12 | 35 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 37 days ago, a new one about every 5 days.
For almost a decade, The Scarecast—hosted by Michael Crutchfield—has captivated audiences with spine-tingling stories that explore the shadowy depths of real-life horror. Originally launched on YouTube as MaddMike, The Scarecast masterfully narrates true accounts of chilling encounters, from paranormal experiences to unsettling run-ins with strangers. With over a hundred episodes, The Scarecast…
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About The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime
The Scarecast is a horror and true crime podcast hosted by Michael Crutchfield, who also runs the show's website, thescarecast.com. It narrates listener-submitted true scary stories, paranormal encounters and unsolved cases, and includes occasional guest interviews such as an episode with James Murray. The feed lists 269 episodes since December 2015, released about every five days, with typical episodes running around 33 minutes.
Apple Podcasts shows 1,889 ratings with a 4.5 average, with 1,458 five-star ratings, and the show is listed in the True Crime and Society & Culture categories. Listener estimates, not published data, put downloads at roughly 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, and the audience is likely to skew toward horror and true crime fans in the United States. No sponsors were visible in the feed.
At an estimated $90 to $630 per host-read mid-roll, a sponsorship suits seasonal, horror-adjacent or home-related brands that want an engaged niche audience, with violent true crime content to be considered in creative choices.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime
How much does The Scarecast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are about $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads, roughly $90 to $630 per host-read mid-roll ad based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing is set by the show and may differ.
What is The Scarecast about?
The Scarecast is a horror and true crime podcast hosted by Michael Crutchfield. It narrates listener-submitted true scary stories, paranormal encounters and unsolved crime cases, released roughly every five days.
How do I contact The Scarecast about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Shows with boosted listings can also be booked directly through Starbooked.
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