EP:44 Appalachian folklore the rules you don't break pt.2

Rule number two: just because someone is dead doesn’t mean they’ve left. And if you wake up with something sitting on your chest, you might want to reconsider leaving that window open.In Part Two of our Appalachian folklore series, we’re moving out of the woods and into the places that are supposed to feel safe. We’re talking about haints, the dead who refuse to leave, and the witch who rides you at night. What happens when a restless spirit makes itself at home? Why do stories of nighttime visitors sound so much like sleep paralysis? And why should you leave the broom alone once the sun goes down?Along the way, we explore the warnings, household customs, and stories that turn an ordinary night into something a little less comfortable. Because sometimes the strange noise isn’t coming from the forest—it’s coming from the next room. Put down the broom, pull up the covers, and try not to think too hard about that empty chair in the corner.If you have your own spooky stories, send them to us at howdy@hauntmates.com or through the portal on our website here.