Hellhound
Referenced in 2 episodes
Definition
Supernatural dogs from various mythologies, believed to act as guardians of the underworld and foretell death or misfortune.
Related episodes
The Faceless Guest
Expanded PerspectivesOct 30, 2026
Hosts Cam and Kyle of Expanded Perspectives read a Halloween-week batch of listener encounter stories, ranging from a red-eyed hellhound in rural Idaho to a toad-faced goblin in a Maryland marsh. The most haunting account comes from a listener who says a faceless, seven-foot pale figure followed them from home to home for nearly a decade during an abusive childhood, then faded away once they began therapy. Along the way the hosts weigh shapeshifting Bigfoot, the cloaked 'Glimmer Man,' flying manta rays over the Ohio River Valley, and uncanny 'not-deer' that seem to be failed copies of real animals.
S1 Ep51: Spectral Hounds
Astonishing LegendsOct 21, 2025
In this chilling episode, Luke shares a spine-tingling camping experience with his family, where they encounter an otherworldly pack of ethereal, canine beings. Despite their outdoor expertise, the trio finds themselves defenseless against the mysterious creatures surrounding their campsite. The encounter raises questions about the nature of these beings, as they seem impervious to gunfire and rooted in folklore.
