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SCARY STORIES TOLD IN THE DARK

A multiple story, horror-themed audio storytelling podcast, spun off from Chilling Tales for Dark Nights and its popular YouTube channel of the same name. The show features master storyteller Otis Jiry, and the work of dozens of independent and previously-published contributing authors.

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Scary Stories Told in the Dark – Season 5, Episode 2 – “Dark Places”
Published January 19, 2020 – Episode Length: 1:46:42 – Series:
Hosted by Otis Jiry, and featuring stories by Umbrello, Alice Thompson, Andrew Scolari, and Kevin Thomas

Scary Stories Told in the Dark – Season 5, Episode 1 – “Lone Star”
Published January 12, 2020 – Episode Length: 1:43:12 – Series:
Hosted by Otis Jiry, and featuring stories by StarlessandBibleBlack

Scary Stories Told in the Dark – Season 4, Episode 24 – “Gruesome Goodbyes”
Published November 10, 2019 – Episode Length: 1:06:31 – Series:
Hosted by Otis Jiry, and featuring stories by Michael Ward, Travis Brown, Ben Cook, and Ghost_Eye_Tree

Scary Stories Told in the Dark – Season 4, Episode 23 – “Sinister Solutions”
Published November 3, 2019 – Episode Length: 1:04:42 – Series:
Hosted by Otis Jiry, and featuring stories by Kantuno, Jordan Vanhoozer, Seth Paul, and Tim van Kessel

Scary Stories Told in the Dark – Season 4, Episode 22 – “Merry Massacre”
Published October 27, 2019 – Episode Length: 1:18:11 – Series:
Hosted by Otis Jiry, and featuring stories by C.L. McLendon, Derek Hawke, R.D. Smithey, NateJay82, and Jeffrey Ebright

Scary Stories Told in the Dark – Season 4, Episode 21 – “Out of the Shadows”
Published October 20, 2019 – Episode Length: 0:56:42 – Series:
Hosted by Otis Jiry, and featuring stories by Randomrooroo, Tyler Ouellette, Ryan Peacock, and EverhartofDarkness

Scary Stories Told in the Dark – Season 4, Episode 20 – “An Exercise in the Occult”
Published October 13, 2019 – Episode Length: 1:02:11 – Series:
Hosted by Otis Jiry, and featuring stories by J.M. Cennamo, Tobias Wade, and D.D. Howard

Scary Stories Told in the Dark – Season 4, Episode 19 – “Dust and Bones”
Published October 6, 2019 – Episode Length: 0:58:55 – Series:
Hosted by Otis Jiry, and featuring stories by Steven Long, Cameron Suey, and David Knoppel

Scary Stories Told in the Dark – Season 4, Episode 18 – “Fireside Fables”
Published September 29, 2019 – Episode Length: 0:59:26 – Series:
Hosted by Otis Jiry, and featuring stories by Daniel Martins, Edwin Crowe, Ian Downes, and Andrew Harmon

Scary Stories Told in the Dark – Season 4, Episode 17 – “Birthed in the Dark”
Published September 22, 2019 – Episode Length: 0:50:44 – Series:
Hosted by Otis Jiry, and featuring stories by Daniel Martins, Marian Johnson, Lex Joy, and S.C. Young

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WHAT LISTENERS ARE SAYING ABOUT SCARY STORIES TOLD IN THE DARK

  • Otis Jiry is the best person to listen to when it comes to narration. Most stories read have good pay-offs, and his reading style amplifies it!

    Dtoner (via iTunes)

  • I love that the stories in Scary Stories Told in the Dark are themed, and can't wait for more! Great work, guys!

    BLT of DEATH (via iTunes)

  • I do so enjoy Otis Jiry's storytelling style. Big fan of his work with Chilling Tales for Dark Nights. I've already already played three episodes and can't wait for more to come!

    JusHeather (via iTunes)

  • Scary Stories Told in the Dark has great stories, and is a great show. I enjoyed it!

    pagemaster7 (via iTunes)

  • I heard about Scary Stories Told in the Dark from the NoSleep Podcast. The narration and production quality are great. Five enthusiastic stars from a subscriber to more than 30 podcasts of various genres.

    Aeo79 (via iTunes)

  • Otis Jiry was introduced to me by a friend, and I can't believe I hadn't heard of him before. The simplicity of the Scary Stories Told in the Dark podcast is genius. No fluff, lengthy exposition, etc. Just good old-fashioned storytelling from a man who is obviously a seasoned professional. Many shows try to complicate everything, but Mr. Jiry clearly knows where his strengths lie. I will be tuning in for every new episode if the quality keeps up. Keep up the good work, Otis!

    Horrorfied_paul (via iTunes)

  • I love listening to Scary Stories Told in the Dark every night before I go to sleep.

    Tre'-yon (via iTunes)

  • OMG, the stories on Scary Stories Told in the Dark are so good. I love Otis Jiry's storytelling. He is by far one of the greats.

    Morrigan Ravenmist (via YouTube)

  • Excellent work! Scary Stories Told in the Dark is always a great way to end a long day.ο»Ώ

    Justice Burnaugh (via YouTube)

  • Scary Stories Told in the Dark is ground-zero for horror stories.

    T.R. Buck (via iTunes)

  • Scary Stories Told in the Dark is one of my favorite podcasts. Everyone should listen. Just stop reading reviews and subscribe, for your own good.

    72emcd (via iTunes)

  • Scary Stories Told in the Dark is the perfect driving companion for a musician (who loves horror stories) who's burnt out on music! Can't recommend enough!

    Brandon28 (via iTunes)

  • Scary Stories Told in the Dark and OJ is some juicy storytelling!

    3spoopy (via iTunes)

  • The stories are great! I could listen to Otis Jiry read the periodic table or laundry labels all day!

    Trixiesixty1 (via iTunes)

  • Scary Stories Told in the Dark host Otis Jiry has one of the best podcasting voices, and his narration is top-notch. You may have heard some of the stories before, but Jiry really makes them his own.

    rjoshwilson (via iTunes)

  • Top-notch voice acting and story selection. I can't get enough. Keep up the great work!

    Ryleighsmom12 (via iTunes)

  • I love Otis Jiry! He has the perfect voice to tell scary stories. I always enjoyed him on other podcasts, so I am thrilled that with Scary Stories Told in the Darkhe has his own now. The stories are great and I definitely stay entertained while listening at bedtime.

    SDuncan0821 (via iTunes)

  • Scary Stories Told in the Dark is creepy, gross, sad, shocking - awesome! Thank you so much for the wonderful entertainment you give us! I’d never make it though 8 hours of work without you!

    Jill Marcum (via website)

  • Otis Jiry sets up the stories with great eerie atmosphere, and makes you feel like you're there.

    TheWhites09 (via iTunes)

  • Just found the Scary Stories Told in the Dark podcast! I work late overnight at a hardware store, where I'm part of the night crew stocking. It's so creepy and dark in here! I love Otis Jiry's voice! Keep up the good and chilling work!

    Sergiodupuy (via iTunes)

  • Otis Jiry is an amazing reader and actor. I'll be listening to Scary Stories Told in the Dark as long as it's available. Thank you!

    toolchic4 (via iTunes)

  • You guys are doing a fantastic job with your scary stories. I am a huge horror fan, and love your show. Keep it up, I'm loving it! Otis Jiry is amazing, what a voice!

    Terry Taillon (via email)

  • Otis Jiry is a true storyteller, and his podcast, Scary Stories Told in the Dark offers a wonderful collection of cracking good, scary yarn.

    Aaron Vlek (via iTunes)

  • Scary Stories Told in the Dark is exactly what I was looking for. Someone telling a story with good sound quality. Otis Jiry's voice is perfect. Love this. Keep it up!

    Mandyrae4658 (via iTunes)

  • It's awesome to see something from when I was a kid making a reappearance to scare the pants off kids of this generation. Scary Stories Told in the Dark is a great new addition to the horror fiction podcast community.

    Corncobb96 (via iTunes)

  • I love everything about Scary Stories Told in the Dark from the cover art, to the title, to the intro, and even the ending credits. The stories are great, the narration is fantastic. Otis Jiry has always been my favorite storyteller. I've been waiting a long time for this podcast and the wait was definitely worth it. Chilling Tales for Dark Nights was and is my first and favorite YouTube channel for scary stories, and I've never been able to get enough of it. Keep up the great work! I'm definitely a lifelong fan!

    TheChristianChild (via iTunes)

  • Otis Jiry makes you want to sleep on a bed made of his voice. Love the scary stories.

    Tomthepalm (via iTunes)

  • I've found Scary Stories Told in the Dark to be one of my favorite podcasts. The scary stories are great, and the narrator does a good job. It's nice sometimes to listen to someone just reading you a story without a strip club DJ voice and heavy effects.

    Coolrealistic (via iTunes)

  • As someone who has always been obsessed with the Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark book series, the Scary Stories Told in the Dark podcast has been an absolute dream come true! Chilling tales that are well-narrated, what more could a girl want? I'm officially hooked.

    TheMishaReeves (via iTunes)