The Ghost Story Guys
Two friends, one in Canada and one in the UK, share and discuss true-life paranormal stories with a heavy dose of lighthearted banter.
A transatlantic campfire conversation where a Canadian and a Brit trade spooky stories. Main episodes are deep dives into a specific theme—like haunted malls or South African folklore—while alternating 'Talk Spooky to Me' episodes are dedicated to reading and reacting to listener-submitted experiences. The hosts ground the paranormal with friendly, often funny, back-and-forth banter about everything from the World Cup to 80s horror movies.
“The chemistry between the two hosts is central. The show's appeal lies in the blend of genuinely creepy stories with the comforting, often funny, rapport of two old friends just talking across continents.”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by Brennan Storr from Canada and Paul Bestall from the UK, The Ghost Story Guys is a weekly podcast dedicated to true-life paranormal stories. The hosts, who refer to themselves as 'your favorite internet uncles,' share tales of ghosts, cryptids, and other unexplained phenomena, mixing spooky storytelling with humorous, conversational tangents. Belief is not a prerequisite; the show is for anyone with a love of storytelling and a curiosity about the unknown.
Credentials & credits
- Brennan Storr: Author of 'A Strange Little Place'
- Brennan Storr: Host & Producer of The Ghost Story Guys
- Brennan Storr: Graphic Designer
- Paul Bestall: Host of 'Mysteries & Monsters' podcast
- Paul Bestall: Researcher and writer
Other ventures
- Brennan Storr: Fear Daily (short story writer)
- Brennan Storr: Largely the Truth (podcast host)
- Brennan Storr: Producer of 'LukeLore' and 'Mysteries & Monsters'
- Brennan Storr: Co-host of 'Weird, Together' (YouTube show)
- Paul Bestall: Mysteries & Monsters (podcast host)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- north america
When new episodes drop
- 01England's Most Haunted | The Ghost Story GuysJun 23, 2026 · 1h 30m
- 02One Powerful Owl | Talk Spooky to MeJun 16, 2026 · 46 min
- 03Lost in the Backrooms: Haunted Malls | The Ghost Story GuysJun 9, 2026 · 1h 47m
- 04Heat Strokin' It | Talk Spooky to MeJun 2, 2026 · 50 min
- 05They See You | The Ghost Story GuysMay 26, 2026 · 1h 40m
- 06The Ghost Anti-Defamation League | Talk Spooky to MeMay 19, 2026 · 50 min
- 07Haunted South Africa | The Ghost Story GuysMay 12, 2026 · 1h 35m
- 08Monster Cats! | LukeLoreMay 11, 2026 · 25 min
Notable episodes
- 01Lost in the Backrooms: Haunted Malls
Features a compelling personal doppelgänger story from host Brennan Storr and explores the popular 'liminal space' horror concept.
- 02One Powerful Owl | Talk Spooky to Me
A representative 'Talk Spooky' episode that showcases the hosts' humorous reactions to listener mail, including a deep dive into Australia's Hanging Rock legend.
- 03England's Most Haunted
Highlights the show's format of using books as source material, in this case discussing stories from folklorist Ruth Roper Wylde.
What you'll be asked on this show
This is a two-host narrative and discussion show; it does not feature guest interviews. Main episodes focus on a paranormal theme, while 'Talk Spooky to Me' episodes are dedicated to listener mail. The hosts, Brennan Storr (in Canada) and Paul Bestall (in the UK), maintain a casual, bantering style throughout.
Signature segments
- · Intro tagline: 'Some conversations only make sense after the sun has set...'
- · Show setting: '...that tiny mountain cabin you dream about...'
- · 'Talk Spooky to Me' (listener mail episodes)
- · Patron thank-you segment with jingle
- · 'We're ready to believe you' (Ghostbusters sound clip)
Topics covered repeatedly
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Audience & reach
The show is primarily funded through direct listener support via Patreon, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube subscriptions, suggesting a dedicated and engaged audience that values the content enough to pay for it directly.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts?
- The hosts are Brennan Storr, based in Canada, and Paul Bestall, based in Sheffield, UK.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Yes, it releases new episodes on a weekly basis.
- What is the format of the show?
- It's a co-hosted discussion show without guest interviews. Main episodes focus on a paranormal theme, and 'Talk Spooky to Me' episodes feature listener-submitted stories.
- Where can I listen to The Ghost Story Guys?
- The podcast is available on its official website, YouTube, and major podcast platforms like Apple Podcasts and Podbean.
- What is 'Talk Spooky to Me'?
- It's a recurring episode format, typically alternating with main episodes, where the hosts read and discuss stories, questions, and comments sent in by their listeners.
- Who was the original co-host?
- The show was originally co-hosted by Brennan Storr and Ian Gibbs. Paul Bestall joined as the new co-host in early 2021.
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- [01]Official Websiteghoststoryguys.com
- [02]About The Ghost Story Guysghoststoryguys.com
- [03]Brennan Storr's Official Websitebrennanstorr.com
- [04]Brennan Storr's Author Pagellewellyn.com
- [05]The Ghost Story Guys on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
- [06]Descript Interview with The Ghost Story Guysdescript.com
- [07]High Strangeness Factor - The Ghost Guy Paul Bestallspreaker.com
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