This week on Lights On, Still Scared, we're joined by our first special guest, John Tantalon, creator of North Edinburgh Nightmares, paranormal investigator, storyteller, and one of Edinburgh's best-known voices on the city's haunted history.

In this special episode, Graeme sits down with John to explore Edinburgh's darker side, discussing the ghost stories, forgotten legends and unexplained encounters that continue to fascinate both locals and visitors. From haunted closes and ancient graveyards to chilling eyewitness accounts and the city's most infamous paranormal locations, John shares the stories and experiences that have shaped his own journey into the unexplained.

Karen joins the conversation throughout, listening in and offering the occasional insight from her perspective, making this feel like an evening spent around the table sharing ghost stories with friends.

Together, the discussion explores why Edinburgh has become known as one of the world's most haunted cities, how folklore and history often intertwine, and why so many people continue to report strange experiences centuries after the events that inspired the legends.

Whether you're fascinated by the paranormal, passionate about Scottish history, or simply enjoy a good ghost story, this episode offers a fascinating conversation filled with mystery, humour, and a genuine love of Edinburgh's rich and haunted heritage.

So dim the lights, settle in, and join us for an evening exploring the stories that still linger in the shadows.

Because in Edinburgh... history is never really buried.

Lights On, Still Scared – Episode 6: Haunted Castles & Palaces (Part 2)

The ghosts are still rattling the chains, and we're not finished exploring Britain's most haunted historic buildings just yet.

In Part 2 of our journey through haunted castles and palaces, Karen and Graeme uncover even more chilling tales from some of the UK's most legendary locations. From phantom nobles and tragic queens to mysterious apparitions seen by staff and visitors alike, we delve into the stories that refuse to stay buried.

Why do so many ancient fortresses seem to attract reports of paranormal activity? Are these simply echoes of violent histories, or could something more sinister still linger within their stone walls?

Join us as we explore centuries of murder, betrayal, imprisonment, and unexplained encounters from Britain's most iconic royal residences and strongholds. Expect ghostly sightings, strange legends, historical mysteries, and plenty of discussion along the way.

So lock the gates, light the torches, and settle in for another night of haunted history.

Because when the lights go out, some residents never really leave... 👻🏰

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Episode 5: Haunted Castles & Palaces

From royal residences to ancient strongholds, castles and palaces have witnessed centuries of triumph, betrayal, imprisonment, execution, and tragedy. Is it any wonder that so many are said to be haunted?

In this episode of Lights On, Still Scared, Karen and Graeme explore some of the most fascinating haunted castles and palaces in the UK and beyond. From phantom queens and headless nobles to mysterious apparitions that continue to walk ancient corridors, we uncover the history, legends, and ghostly encounters linked to these remarkable locations.

Join us as we delve into tales from some of the world's most famous royal residences and medieval fortresses, examining the stories that have endured for generations. Are these simply legends born from history, or could something still linger within these ancient walls?

Turn the lights on if you must... but prepare to be still scared.