Our Family’s Favorite Spooky Season Podcasts
Every fall, as soon as the air gets crisp and the pumpkins show up on porches, our family settles into one of our favorite traditions: spooky story nights.
It’s simple — popcorn in a big bowl, blankets piled on the couch, fire place glowing lights turned down just enough — and then we press play. The kids lean in, I sneak a peek at their faces (wide eyes, little gasps, giggles when it’s not too scary), and I’m reminded why I love this ritual so much.
There’s something magical about audio stories in October. They’re cozy but thrilling, imaginative but safe, and they turn an ordinary Tuesday night into a memory my kids will carry forever.
This year, here are the podcasts we keep coming back to again and again:
Favorite Spooky Series
Mina and Lucy’s Guide to Slayinng Dracula – A fresh take on a classic monster.
The Hollow – Mysterious and suspenseful, perfect for family listening.
The Creeping – Just the right amount of eerie atmosphere.
Olympus Dale – Mythology meets mystery in all the best ways.
Nightingale – A dark fairy tale with a haunting edge.
Treasure Island – Swashbuckling adventure with October-worthy shadows.
Favorite Episodic Shows
Night Light Zone – Like Twilight Zone for kids: weird, funny, surprising.
Grim, Grimmer, Grimmest – Classic fairy tales retold with spooky twists.
R.L. Stine’s Story Club – Goosebumps-style chills, perfect for older kids.
Spooky FM – Short, spooky stories for quick, fun frights.
This is…Halloween- short, spooky stories told by kids.
Defenders of Monstrovia- a tale of friendly monsters.
If your family is ready to go deeper, we’ve also put together detailed guides to spooky podcasts by age group and spook level — check out our recommendations for ages 6+, ages 8+, and ages 10+.
But honestly? You don’t need a long list to start. Just pick one from the “Spooky” category on Kidspod, grab some popcorn, snuggle close, and press play. That’s where the magic happens.
Why Spooky Podcasts Are the Best Kind of Treat
The best part about spooky podcasts is that kids think they’re just getting a treat — thrills, laughs, and a little dose of mystery. But we know it’s more than that. Audio stories sneak in all the good stuff: focus, imagination, empathy, vocabulary.
It’s like slipping veggies into brownies. Kids are delighted, and parents know they’re nourishing something deeper. That’s why October feels like the perfect month for podcasts — they’re festive, screen-free, and secretly full of benefits.
So go ahead. Make the popcorn, dim the lights, and press play. You might just find a new family tradition, too.
Download the Kidspod app for free today to find all the best spooky podcasts for kids in one safe place.
