96 Gifts of the Wyrd: Wicked Strange with Jeff Belanger

Some stories just never let go — they linger like whispers in the wind or shadows cast by campfires. This episode, I’m joined by Jeff Belanger to talk about his newest book, Wicked Strange, (with photography by Frank Grace). Wicked Strange shares the ghostly lore and mysterious legends that are part of New England’s history — tales of haunted hotels, mysterious cemeteries, and the places where folklore and fact blur together. Whether you love an eerie ghost story, a touch of folklore, or just want a beautifully photographed book to get lost in, Wicked Strange has it all. Join us as we dig into why strange tales endure — and what they reveal about the people who tell them. Jeff Belanger is an author, podcaster, storyteller, adventurer, and explorer of the unexplained. You may remember chatting with Jeff back in episode 86 about Krampus and other Yuletide beings of Christmas time with his book The Fright Before Christmas. You can also watch the New England Legends PBS series on PBS rebroadcasts or Amazon Prime. The New England Legends podcast is available on podcast apps and Spotify. Have a look at Jeff's website for the Haunted New England Calendar , appearance schedule, and more at: Jeff Belanger.com Wicked Strange is published by Weiser Books and available from their website , local bookstores, and online book sellers. See my write up about the book on Substack and please

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96 Gifts of the Wyrd: Wicked Strange with Jeff Belanger is an episode from Gifts of the Wyrd by J Hijatt.

This episode is 61:07 long.

This episode was published on Oct 14, 2025.

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