What Was Waiting at the Top of the Stairs? | Real Ghost Stories
Sep 2, 2026 · 29m
Summary
The hosts discuss the massive crowds at the Iowa State Fair and share memories of seeing Gladys Knight and Willie Nelson, including a story about smoking weed with the latter. They then take a call from JJ, who recounts unsettling paranormal experiences in his father’s Georgia townhouse, including moving objects and mysterious footsteps that escalated while he was studying alone. The episode concludes with the hosts reacting to JJ’s tale of being startled by an unseen presence.
Topics discussed
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Hosts welcome listeners and discuss sharing ghost stories
Tony's experience at the massive Iowa State Fair and Lainey Wilson concert
Discussion on the annual massive fight at the Wisconsin State Fair
Memories of seeing Gladys Knight and The Temptations in 1996
Critique of older artists touring: Frankie Valli and Ann Wilson
Tony's story of smoking weed with Willie Nelson on his bus
Technical difficulties with Carol's audio and Willie Nelson ghost theory
Listener JJ's story: Strange noises and footsteps in a haunted condo
Hosts react to JJ's story and discuss receiving letters from former residents
Satirical ad read for 'Souls in Waiting' spiritual sponsorship program
Show outro, bonus content promo, and repeated commercial breaks
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