The Handler
Summary
Host Chad Williams visits Henderson, Georgia, to debunk the legend of "The Handler," a ghost who steals clothes from the dead. As he investigates, he encounters hostile locals, a suspicious tour guide, and eerie phenomena, including a mysterious voice and a shrine of Polaroids marked with red Xs. The episode builds tension as Chad’s disguise is revealed, leading to unsettling interactions that suggest the town’s secrets are far more sinister than a simple hoax.
Topics discussed
Intro: Suicidal thoughts form and the Handler entity
Arrival in Henderson and backstory of Tate Bloom
Disguise, RV check-in, and meeting the tour group
The ghost tour: Tate's house and crimes
Cemetery tour, the Handler voice, and group photo
Night watch, morning confrontation with Brody
Cafe encounter, mysterious book, and following Croft
Stalking Croft in the woods and finding Polaroids
Meeting Father Matthew and digging up graves
Receiving a photo of self and exploring the cabin
Podcast broadcast, silent townsfolk, and teeth prank
Final night: The Handler attacks and Chet flees
Outro and Chet's lingering fear of the Handler
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