Best Manila After Dark Podcasts (2025)

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704: Checking In with Joey D 58:04

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1+ y ago58:04

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In this episode, we’re checking in with Joey D. Joey was our first ever guest on our first ever episode 4 years and 7 seasons ago. These days Joey is the official band rep for Chelsea Alley and Abby Clutario. Find out what Joey is up to these days and hear about some new spooky experiences on this episode of Grimcast. Grimcast Manila is a podcast o…

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703: Occults Razor and Ghostlycrumb Tinies 1:36:18

1+ y ago1:36:18

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In this episode, we’re talking to Erika and Neobie of Occult's Razor. Occult’s Razor is an independent press by Erika and Neobie, conscientious charlatans and accidental perpetrators of questionable artifacts and invented ephemera. These include but are not limited to zines, fortunes, and other literary objects. Find out more about Occults Razor at…

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702: Blar and Working with the Shadows 1:32:42

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In this episode, we’re talking to Blar. Blar is from Enlightened Guide, a group that provides spiritual services and tools that support people in finding themselves. You can find out more about her and her services at www.enlightenedguide.com and over on IG at @enlightenedguide.ph. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around the metr…

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701: Ann and Communicating Across the Rainbow Bridge 1:25:13

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In this season's first episode, we’re talking to Ann. Ann is an animal communicator, kundalini yoga teacher, tarot reader, professional astrologer, and the purr-sident Kalinga Kritters. Find more about Ann's services at www.minasdreamspace.com and over on IG at @minasdreamspace and her advocacy at @kalingakritters.ph. Grimcast Manila is a podcast o…

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609: Cat and Mary in the Mirror 1:46:03

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In this season's last episode, we’re talking to, Cat. Cat is a pagan-witch-intuitive and dear friend of Eunice of Huhsmile. In this episode, Cat tells us some really creepy stories about a ghost under a hospital bed and a white lady in the elevator, why silly sleepover games involving names and mirrors are just not a smart thing to do, and ghosts t…

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608: Gabby Padilla and the Phantom Roommate 37:34

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In this episode, we’re talking to, Gabby Padilla. Gabby Padilla is a theater and film actress and you may know her from films like Dead Kids and Billy & Emma. Tonight, Gabby tells us stories about a phantom roommate, dorm room ghosts, and ghosts that grant you favors in exchange for gifts. Pro tip: don't forget the gift... or else! Follow Gabby on …

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607: Sharon and the Manananggal Next Door 56:19

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In this episode, we’re talking to, Sharon. Sharon used to work in the film industry and is currently a crochet artist. She comes highly recommended for the show by Chris of Dead Air and Ramon of Endslate. Tonight, Sharon talks to us about experiences with mananananggal and/or aswang, trying to pray the third eye away, and ghosts on location. Check …

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606: Anne and Ghosts You Can Smell 36:50

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In this episode, we’re talking to, Anne. Anne is a med student, currently studying to become doctor who will help save us from this pandemic. Tonight, Anne tells us about ghosts you can smell and other phantom scents. Check out Anne's film photography over on Instagram via @xxnne.jpg. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around the m…

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605: Chris and the Writings on the Wall 47:01

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In this episode, we’re talking to, Chris. Chris is a HUGE horror fan and is one of the hosts of Big Baby sisterpod Dead Air: A Horror Podcast. During the day, he’s a Creative director at boutique digital agency Hashtag Interactive. He’s also an illustrator and graphic artist. In this episode, Chris tells us a story from his childhood in Mindanao an…

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604: Trizha and the Ghosts in the Family 1:03:23

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In this episode, we're talking to Trizha. Trizha is a good friend of mine from a past org life in college. She’s a wonderful artist and author of Dolly and Lavinia, a children’s book about a screen-obsessed doggy duo and their adventures and quick escapes from reality. During the day, she’s a Madarin analyst for a financial services company and fre…

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603: Russ and the Mumu Magnets 1:24:56

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In this episode, we're talking to Russ. Russ is an amazing musician and frustrated drummer, fronting acts like Faspitch and Urbandub. He is also producer and mixing engineer for RussMan Audio and our beloved Junior Engineer at Big Baby Studios. In this episode, Russ tells us stories about accidentally kicking gnomes, a crazy wtf possession, burned …

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602: Gabbie and Scaredy Cat Survival Tips 42:23

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In this episode, we're talking to Gabbie Sarenas. Gabbie is a designer, making gorgeous creations with proudly Filipino fabrics, focusing on Pina and hand embroidery of Filipino flora and fauna. In this episode she tells us about a creepy experience from her childhood home, headless classmates, and some helpful tips for fellow scaredy cats. Check o…

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601: Huhsmile and Ghosts that Feel Like Home 1:11:40

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In this episode, we're talking to Huhsmile. Eunice is a pop musician and slice of life comic artist. In this episode she tells us stories about ghosts that go pssst, ghosts that get too attached, and a very helpful lady of the tree. Check out Eunice's music and art over on facebook.com/HuhsmileTheArtist and @huhsmile on Instagram. Grimcast Manila i…

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504: Maui and Ghosts from the Mind Cavern 1:04:22

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In this episode, we're talking to Maui. Maui is a filmmaker and video editor by trade, Team Leni Teamster, and Managing Partner of Playground Inc. Find out more about Playground Inc. on www.playgroundinc.co. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around the metro. Hosted by self-confessed scaredy-cat Antonette, the show invites a serie…

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Grimcast x MilkyClear #Spooktober Ep 10: Lola 5:07

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In the final installment of #Spooktober, Episode 10 is a cautionary tale about why you be very, VERY careful with seances, mediums, and trying to contact the dead in general. For more spooky short stories and eerie illustrations, visit fb.com/MilkyClearComics. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around the metro. Narrated by self-co…

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Grimcast x MilkyClear #Spooktober Ep 9: Guru-Gurohan 3:27

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In today's second installment of #Spooktober, Episode 9 shares the story of Aira and something that pretended to be their high school teacher. For more spooky short stories and eerie illustrations, visit fb.com/MilkyClearComics. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around the metro. Narrated by self-confessed scaredy-cat Antonette, t…

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Grimcast x MilkyClear #Spooktober Ep 8: Maligno ng Pixie Forest 3:36

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In Episode 8, we Share the story of Julian , who joined a zombie fun run in Alabang's Festival Mall. He got a little bit more than he bargained for, to say the least. For more spooky short stories and eerie illustrations, visit fb.com/MilkyClearComics. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around the metro. Narrated by self-confessed …

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Grimcast x MilkyClear #Spooktober Ep 7: Dead Air 2:45

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Radio stations are creepy enough in the mornings and nights are even worse. Episode 7 of #Spooktober shares the story of Chad, who had a ghost encounter as an intern at a local radio station back in 2009. For more spooky short stories and eerie illustrations, visit fb.com/MilkyClearComics. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around …

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Grimcast x MilkyClear #Spooktober Ep 6: Bulong 2:27

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Episode 6 of #Spooktober shares the story of a really close call prevented by an otherwordly entity. #Spooktober is a collab between Grimcast Manila and MilkyClear. For more spooky short stories and eerie illustrations, visit fb.com/MilkyClearComics. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around the metro. Narrated by self-confessed sc…

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Grimcast x MilkyClear #Spooktober Ep 5: The Vandal 3:00

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What is it about school bathrooms that make them so... creepy? Episode 5 of #Spooktober tells the story of some strange and unsettling events that happen in the grade school boy's bathroom of a local school. #Spooktober is a collab between Grimcast Manila and MilkyClear. For more spooky short stories and eerie illustrations, visit fb.com/MilkyClear…

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Grimcast x MilkyClear #Spooktober Ep 4: Paalam 2:32

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Episode 4 of #Spooktober shares the story of an elder brother who, after meeting an untimely end, still made it home to say one last goodbye. #Spooktober is a collab between Grimcast Manila and MilkyClear. For more spooky short stories and eerie illustrations, visit fb.com/MilkyClearComics. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around…

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Grimcast x MilkyClear #Spooktober Ep 3: Pagpag 1:54

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In Episode 3 of #Spooktober, we tell the story of Jameelah, a convenience store clerk from Makati, and her experiences of people who do Pagpag, a ritualistic superstition of making a stop before going home after visiting a wake. #Spooktober is a collab between Grimcast Manila and MilkyClear. For more spooky short stories and eerie illustrations, vi…

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Grimcast x MilkyClear #Spooktober Ep 2: A Call Center Story 3:01

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Here's Episode 2 of #Spooktober, a collab between Grimcast Manila and the lovely folks of MilkyClear! In this story, listen to a story from Jomar and what he found hiding in the ceilings of the call center he worked in. Check out other Spooktober submissions over at fb.com/MilkyClearComics. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around…

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503: Wincy and the Echoes of Haunted Places 1:23:50

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In this episode, we're talking to Wincy. Wincy is a director, author, host of podcast Telebabad Tapes, and all-around horror fan. In this episode, he tells us stories about the scary statues of his childhood and his favorite abandoned places. Check out his book, Tales for a Rainy Season, now available on Kindle and Shopee. Grimcast Manila is a podc…

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Grimcast x MilkyClear #Spooktober Ep 1: Little Sister 3:24

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This spooky season, Grimcast is teaming up with MilkyClear for #Spooktober! Every week we'll be posting the best of MilkyClear's Spooktober submissions for your listening pleasure in between episodes and showcasing his wonderfully creepy works of art. In this episode, we bring you the story of a little sister gone missing only to meet a grisly end.…

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502: Joey Alvero and the Ghosts of Your Dreams 53:51

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In this episode we're talking to Joey. Joey is a professional photographer and all-around renaissance man. In this episode, Joey talks about the ghosts that come to visit him in his dreams, ones that like to stare, and ones that like to hop around. Find out more about Joey and his work at www.joeyalvero.com. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy s…

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501: Jay and the Spooky South 33:26

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Happy first day of Halloween! In the first episode for this spooky season, we're talking to Jay. Jay is a grad student and host of Mind the Gap, a podcast that deep dives into all things comic books. In this episode, Jay talks about growing up around spooky things in the south, village ghosts, and our shared love for Halloween. Grimcast Manila is a…

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405: Johan (Milky Clear) and Ghosts that Like Messing With You 1:12:40

4+ y ago1:12:40

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In this final episode of the season, we're talking to Johan, the artist and author behind Milky Clear, a collection of illustrated stories ranging from comedic to horrific. During the day, Johan is an educator teaching high school science. In this episode, Johan shares stories about ghost trying to mess with his science experiment, an extra student…

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404: AJ (Sskait) and the Sleep Paralysis Demon 42:56

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In this episode, we're talking to AJ, the artist and author behind the webcomic Sskait. In this episode, AJ talks about the inspiration behind some of his creepier comics like the Sleep Paralysis Demon and Mangkukulam Muning. AJ also shares some stories about creepy school bathrooms and a ghost lady that seems to want to crash a bingo night. Find S…

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403: Foz the Ghost Detector 1:07:42

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In this episode, we're talking to Foz, an educator in both psychology, ballet and dance, choreographer and movement director, and the managing director of an education and research non-profit. In this episode, Foz talks about a lifetime of experiences, being a fellow scaredy-cat, and why you're not supposed to let them know that you can see them. S…

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402: Joni and the Witch in the Balete Tree at the End of the Road 57:10

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In this episode, we're talking to Joni, a performing artist, ballerina, and environmental educator. In this episode, Joni talks about how it all runs in the family and also how she accidentally transferred some of it to someone else. Joni shares stories from childhood, stories from backstage at some of the most well-known theatres in the country, a…

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401: Antonette and When Ghosts Come on Your Podcast 44:23

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In the first episode of our fourth season, host Antonette gets into the hot seat to share her own creepy tales. As well as a particularly creepy encounter during recording the last season of Grimcast. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around the metro. Hosted by self-confessed scaredy-cat Antonette, the show invites a series of gu…

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305: Keavin and Ghosts That Take Your Breath Away (Literally) 1:02:23

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In the fifth and last episode of our third eye season, we're talking to Keavin, a lover of cats, food, and video games. In this episode, Keavin tells us about a few ghosts that took his breath away (literally), a few that live (and play, and drink?) in his office, and a few that like to follow him around. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stor…

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304: Richie the Ghost Whisperer 1:40:31

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In the fourth episode of our third eye season, we're talking to Richie, a writer, editor, musician, and all-around sci-fi geek. In this episode, Richie shares stories about a house with a storied past, being part of a sensitive family, opening and closing third eyes, and doing reconnaissance work for a paranormal investigation organization. Grimcas…

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303: Adrian and Elemental Parties 48:52

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In the third episode of our third eye season, we're talking to Adrian, a director, VFX Specialist, educator, and singer/guitarist for the band Stereodeal. In this episode, Adrian tells us about his squinty third eye and his experiences in former house in New Manila where elementals party it up and have very strong opinions about (ex)girlfriends. Gr…

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302: Mela and Ghostly Souvenirs 46:25

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In the second episode of our third eye season we're talking to Mela, a music enthusiast working for a development bank. Mela talks to us about what having a third eye is like and how it's affected her when she travels and accidentally brings home some unseen souvenirs. Preview: it's not fun. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from aroun…

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301: RM and the Chilly Ghosts of Baguio 1:17:55

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This season we’re talking to people with third eyes, people who see, hear, smell, feel, and basically live with the ghosties on the daily. Welcome to the third season of Grimcast Manila, lovingly called "Third Eye Not Blind" (badum tsss!) In the first episode of our third eye season, we're talking to RM. RM is a writer working in public health, spe…

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205 Jammi and When Ghosts Just Wanna Have Fun 1:04:29

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In our first episode recorded under quarantine, we're talking to Jammi, a professional tarot reader and game designer. Jammi talks to us about ghosts that get the wrong ideas and elementals that just wanna have fun. BONUS: They also share some handy tips on how to get rid of mumu. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around the metro…

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204 Misha and When Ghosts Come to Work 58:22

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On this episode of Grimcast Manila, we're talking to Misha, a part-time pop culture writer, full-time comic bookstore guy, and sometime podcast host of Three Point Landing, a third world nerd should know about movies, tv, and videogames. Misha tells us about a few ghosts that can't seem to get enough of the workplace. Grimcast Manila is a podcast o…

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203 Wina and When Ghosts Just Wanna Say Hello 30:15

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On this episode of Grimcast Manila, we're talking to Wina. Wina is a writer finishing her MFA, a book-tuber, a tarot reader, and the host of the podcast The Capricorn Diaries. Wina talks to us about a few ghosts that have been trying to get her attention throughout the years. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around the metro. Hos…

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202 Dionne and Growing Up Spooky 40:26

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On this episode of Grimcast Manila, we're talking to Dionne. Dionne is a graphic designer and food stylist with a penchant for rescuing cats. Dionne shares with us what it was like to be born into a world of creepy (yet cool!) experiences and shares some stories from a childhood of growing up with the occult. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy …

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201 Kyle and Food-related Phantoms 23:33

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On this episode of Grimcast Manila, we're talking to Kyle. Kyle is a table-top game master and gamer. Kyle talks to us about some of his creepy food-related experiences as well as one about a phantom embodying the emotions of a distraught student at a university dorm. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around the metro. Hosted by s…

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105 Ketch and When Houses Have a Life Their Own 38:10

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On this episode of Grimcast Manila, we're talking to Ketch, local interior designer and vintage horror enthusiast. Ketch shares stories about her former homes and her family's creepy experiences in them. Sit back, relax, and let's get spooky. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around the metro. Hosted by self-confessed scaredy-cat …

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104 Gogo and When Ghosts Follow from Childhood 47:13

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On this episode of Grimcast Manila, we're talking to Gogo, session bassist for a number of local acts and all-around awesome human being. Gogo talks to us about some of the creepy experiences that he's had since childhood and some of those experiences that still continue to happen today. Sit back, relax, and let's get spooky. Grimcast Manila is a p…

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103 Rin Chupeco and What Happens When Ghosts Can't See You 30:12

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On the first episode of Grimcast Manila, internationally acclaimed young adult horror author Rin Chupeco comes and shares few creepy stories about how ghosts seem to be really fascinated with her and how many people in her life see them around her all the time. Born, raised, and based in Manila, Rin's books have been on the Amazon bestseller list a…

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102 Magic and When Ghosts Try to Sing Along 30:39

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On this episode of Grimcast Manila, we're talking to Magic. Magic is a sound engineer at one Manila’s most well-respected recording studios. He’s recorded some of the Philippines’ biggest artists and is used to spending very late nights working alone. Grimcast Manila is a podcast of creepy stories from around the metro. Hosted by self-confessed sca…

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101 Joey D and Cross-continental Ghosts and Ghouls 1:00:48

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On this episode of Grimcast Manila, we're talking to Joey D, former editor in chief of Pulp Magazine and former guitarist of seminal local acts Skychurch, Intolerant, Moyg and currently of Alex in Wonderland. He also hosts a radio show called “Adults Only” on Jam 88.3 and cohosts horror pop culture podcast “Kill the Lights”. Joey talks about some o…