Reviews
Come for the spook, stay for the sass
Josh puts so much work and heart into this podcast and it comes through. Come for the threat of something spooky, stay for the well earned and researched sassy cynicism.
So happy
I am so happy this podcast is back! I loved the first iteration and I can’t wait to hear what’s in store in this new launch. Thank you!
My New Fave!
I’m so happy that this podcast was recommended to me! I started bingeing last week and I’m almost caught up. It’s so fun & spooky. Keep them coming!!
Nails It!
I LOVE ghost stories and urban legends. Mainly because they’re fun but they also gives us insights to the local history. I love that Josh researches the origins and true facts of the events that sparked the stories. To me it adds a fullness and completeness to them. Love love love it!
Definitely a podcast to try out!
I’ve just discovered this podcast and I must say it’s excellent. I’m really enjoying the format with the folktale/mythology/urban legend but up front and then the historical deep dive afterwards. I’ve been listening to podcasts for several years now (though on Overcast, not iTunes) and this is the first that I’ve rea...
Read MoreFascinating and addictive
Crimes and Witch Demeanors is a fascinating podcast full of historic scandals, murder, spectral presences and twists and turns narrated by an informed, modern, fair and sassy NYC Librarian, Joshua Spellman. If you enjoy listening to true crime stories and learning about well known (and some lesser known) people/places ...
Read MoreNew Fav
LOVE this podcast. Josh is such a good host, and I love his personable and conversational manner. The research and archival aspect to the show sets it apart from other true crime/ ghost story podcasts. And I really like the way he casually sprinkles in social justice issues- a good use of a platform!
Spellman is sublime!
Thoroughly researched. Sources are cited. Voice is sultry. Just a treat to listen to. Mr. Spellman is sublime and his voice is sultry. ✨
Your next binge worthy podcast
The host Josh does a fantastic job at articulating details of folklore and gives factual historical information to back up or debunk these tales. This podcast is fun, intriguing and informative. Perfect for the spooky lovers, true crime obsessed & history buffs.
I love this podcast!
The host is delightful, and the second part of each episode where he uses newspaper archives, census records and various other library resources to piece together the probable truth behind the stories is really, really interesting.