If you like scary stories, you've come to the right place! A Scary Story podcast that specializes in stories that will curdle your blood and send shivers down your spine! New Scary Stories every week! Stories are written and narrated by best selling and award winning writer, Steve Hudgins. "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Sign up for the newsletter and get some free stuff! https://maniacontheloose.com Lock your doors. Bolt your windows. ...
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Self Improvement, Mindfulness and Mental Health Tips - The Coached Soul Podcast
Dr. Steve Hudgins, LPC-S, NCC
Self-Improvement, Mindfulness, and Mental Health Tips – The Coached Soul Podcast is your go-to resource for personal growth and emotional well-being. Hosted by Dr. Steve Hudgins, a mental health professional and author, and co-hosted by Kenya Evelyn, a transformational therapeutic coach, this podcast dives deep into self-improvement, mindfulness, and mental health. From managing anxiety and depression to improving relationships and embracing a mindful lifestyle, Dr. Steve and Kenya explore l ...
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From Trauma to Triumph: Healing, Faith, and Self-Discovery Beyond Abuse
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27:26In this episode, Dr. Steve Hudgins sits down for part two with Brooke Deanne, author, life coach, and survivor of a high-control religious environment. Picking up where their last conversation left off, Brooke opens up about the terror and uncertainty of leaving her marriage and faith community, and the brave journey she took to reclaim her life. T…
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EPISODE #456 - I think my dentist might be insane!
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11:05Today's episode: THE DENTIST All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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EPISODE #455 - Did a notorious serial killer just enter my tavern?
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10:18Today's episode: OUT OF TIME All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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Breaking Free from Religious Trauma: Healing After Life in a High-Control Cult
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27:28In this episode, Dr. Steve Hudgins sits down with Brooke Deanne, an RTT therapist and trauma healing mentor, to unpack her powerful story of breaking free from the confines of a high-control religious environment. Brooke opens up about being born and raised as a third-generation Jehovah’s Witness. She shares the painful realities of life inside wha…
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EPISODE #454 - Nearly 3 hours of Scary Stories! | AUGUST COMPILATION
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2:46:46Today's episode: AUGUST COMPILATION All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/suppo…
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EPISODE #453 - This is why my little boy scares the hell out of me!
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16:58Today's episode: MY LITTLE BOY SCARES THE HELL OUT OF ME All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.mania…
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Redefining Recovery: The Truth About Eating Disorders, Grief, and Healing with Mallary Tarpley
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25:32In this second part of two-part podcast, Dr. Steve Hudgins sits down with Mallary Tarpley to explore the complex intersections of grief, identity, and recovery from eating disorders. Drawing on her personal journey and professional expertise, Mallary shares how the loss of her mother at a young age fueled her struggle with anorexia, offering honest…
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EPISODE #452 - I turned onto a mysterious road. It was a mistake.
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16:47Today's episode: THE ROAD All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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EPISODE #451 - I opened the mysterious door. What I found was terrifying.
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11:01Today's episode: WHAT'S BEHIND THE SECRET DOOR? All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloos…
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EPISODE #450 - 2 Creepy Tales you need to hear!
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16:13Today's episode: LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT and IT'S IN MY APARTMENT All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.m…
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Navigating Grief and Eating Disorders: Mallary Tarpley’s Journey Through Loss and the Middle Place
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35:35In this first part of 2 part podcast, Dr. Steve Hudgins sits down with Mallary Tarpley for a moving and candid conversation about grief, identity, and recovery. Mallary shares her personal journey, beginning with the loss of her mother to cancer at age 11, and how that profound grief led to her struggle with anorexia nervosa throughout her adolesce…
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EPISODE #449 - A peaceful helicopter ride to a remote location takes a terrifying turn.
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11:28Today's episode: A HELL OF A WAY TO DIE All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/su…
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EPISODE #448 - I took place in a group hypnosis act. Something strange happened.
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29:23Today's episode: HYPNOSIS All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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EPISODE #447 - Is this the creepiest Halloween haunt in the world?
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14:50Today's episode: GHOST TRAIN All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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Navigating Caregiving: Boundaries, Guilt, and Love When Caring for Aging Parents
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22:01Today, Host Dr. Steve Hudgins and Co-host Kenya Evelyn open up about the challenges and heartfelt realities of caring for aging parents. Drawing from both professional expertise and personal experiences, Dr. Steve and Kenya explore the emotional complexities, generational patterns, and the often unspoken sacrifices involved in supporting loved ones…
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EPISODE #446 - The message scrawled across the homeless man's sign, was chilling.
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9:50Today's episode: THE HOMELESS MAN All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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EPISODE #445 - The emergency broadcast warning was very unusual.
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15:31Today's episode: WE INTERRUPT THIS BROADCAST All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.c…
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EPISODE #444 - 2 Twisted Tales of Terror!
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18:51Today's episode: Top 10 Ways To Kill Your Husband and The Hitchhiker All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https:…
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From Overthinking to Mindfulness: Strategies for Calming Your Dysregulated Nervous System with Stacey Johnson
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22:43In this 2nd part of the two-part podcast, Dr. Steve Hudgins sits down with Stacy Johnson - a seasoned therapist and coach, to explore the deeply personal journey from loss and overthinking to resilience and self-regulation. Stacy opens up about her own experience navigating grief after her husband’s sudden passing, and how she learned to move beyon…
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EPISODE #443 - This might be the creepiest toy of all time!
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13:21Today's episode: FLIPPY All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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EPISODE #442 - This is why you should avoid the town of Allensville!
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16:36Today's episode: ALLENSVILLE All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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EPISODE #441 - The séance was supposed to be fake. But something odd happened.
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14:30Today's episode: THE FAKE SEANCE All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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Navigating Grief and Finding Identity After Loss with Stacey Johnson
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21:40In this 1st part of the two part podcast, Dr.Steve Hudgins sits down with special guest Stacey Johnson, a seasoned clinical therapist with over 25 years of experience. Stacey opens up about her personal journey through profound loss, navigating the sudden passing of both her stepfather and husband within weeks of each other. Drawing from her own st…
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EPISODE #440 - Over 3 hours of twisted tales! | JULY COMPILATION
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3:31:09MAY COMPILATION All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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EPISODE #439 - I saw a pregnant woman smoking. That wasn't the worst of it.
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8:42Today's episode: PREGNANT SMOKER All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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EPISODE #438 - I found cave drawings. They tell a cryptic tale.
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12:41Today's episode: CAVE DRAWINGS All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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EPISODE #437 - Someone escaped from the asylum. I think I saw him.
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9:41Today's episode: THE LUNATIC All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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Embracing Vulnerability and Support Finding a Better Way of Thinking with Richard Waldman
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22:58In this thoughtful and inspiring conversation, host Dr. Steve Hudgins is joined once again by author and coach Richard Waldman for Part Two of their discussion. Together, they dive deep into the struggles of feeling “stuck,” the relentless mental chatter we all face, and practical ways to shift our mindset for greater peace and resilience. Richard …
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EPISODE #436 - I'm a psychic. This missing person case haunts me.
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12:22Today's episode: MISSING PERSONS All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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EPISODE #435 - Why is my therapist acting so strange?
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10:47Today's episode: THE THERAPIST All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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EPISODE #434 - I was inside Area 51. This is what I saw!
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23:49Today's episode: I WAS INSIDE AREA 51 All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/suppo…
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EPISODE #433 - I opened a Dark Web Mystery Box. It was a mistake.
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14:38Today's episode: DARK WEB MYSTERY BOX All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/suppo…
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Breaking the Cycle of Judgment: Exploring Support and Self-Awareness with Richard Waldman
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23:31This week, Dr. Steve Hudgins sits down with life coach and author Richard Waldman for an eye-opening conversation about the power of judgment, self-awareness, and the constant "chatter" in our minds. Richard kicks off the discussion with a powerful reminder: we can transform the world by simply supporting one another instead of judging each other. …
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EPISODE #432 - I think there's something hiding in my barn
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14:36Today's episode: THE BARN All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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Today's episode: CABIN IN THE WOODS THE PYRAMID All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose…
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EPISODE #430 - What would happen if I broke the chain letter?
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14:48Today's episode: THE CHAIN LETTER All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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EPISODE #429 - I found a note in a locker at an abandoned school. What is says is shocking!
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13:39Today's episode: THE LIST All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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Childhood Wisdom and Healing Through Scout Finch’s Eyes in To Kill a Mockingbird
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22:42In this episode of Coached Soul, Dr. Steve Hudgins offers an insightful exploration of how childhood experiences shape emotional development and personal growth, using the classic novel To Kill a Mockingbird as a central lens. Speaking from both clinical expertise and personal reflection, Dr. Hudgins revisits the story of young Scout Finch growing …
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EPISODE #428 - 2 horrifying Scary Stories!
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15:41Today's episode: CHOPPY WATERS A HITCHHIKER'S SCARIEST RIDE All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.mani…
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Today's episode: DISEMBODIED VOICE ALIEN SIGNAL All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose…
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EPISODE #426 - I found a strange doll at a cemetery. I shouldn't have brought it home.
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12:02Today's episode: BRUNO All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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EPISODE #425 - Over 3 hours of Scary Stories | JUNE COMPILATION
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3:21:04Today's episode: JUNE COMPILATION All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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The Cost and Gift of Freedom: Activating Responsibility and Self-Love
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22:58In this episode, host Dr. Steve Hudgins, and co host Kenya Evelyn take us on a transformative journey centered around the theme of freedom, not just as a right, but as a profound responsibility. Together, they unpack what it means to be free truly: from limiting beliefs, from the old wounds of our inner child, and from the “chains” we forge in our …
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EPISODE #424 - My first day of work at the Asylum, was horrifying!
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15:42Today's episode: I WORK AT AN INSANE ASYLUM All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com…
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EPISODE #423 - What I saw in the tornado was terrifying!
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13:19Today's episode: TORNADO All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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EPISODE #422 - I saw something eerie in the apartment across the street!
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11:47Today's episode: THE APARTMENT ACROSS THE STREET All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose…
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EPISODE #421 - They found spiders on Mars! They're different than normal spiders!
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14:09Today's episode: SPIDERS FROM MARS All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/support…
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Navigating Menopause and Anxiety: Tools, Stories, and Finding Your Wild Guides
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28:16Continuing from the last episode, host Dr. Steve Hudgins continues his discussion with guest Bonnie Brindle, an educator, therapist, and author. Together, they explore the critical but often overlooked connection between hormones and anxiety, especially for women navigating the tumultuous transition into perimenopause and menopause. Bonnie shares h…
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EPISODE #420 - I saw the infamous creepy clown that roams the streets of Fulton!
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19:56Today's episode: THE CREEPY CLOWN OF FULTON All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/…
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EPISODE #419 - Two twisted tales of horror!
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18:01Today's episode: THE FISHERMAN & SHINGLES All stories were written and narrated by Steve Hudgins "Hudgins is a Horror-Meister to reckon with!" VICTOR MILLER - Writer of Friday the 13th Here are 5 simple ways to help support the show: 1.) Contribute directly to the show here: https://www.maniacontheloose.com/su…
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