3 True Scary SMALL TOWN Horror Stories | VOL 3

[@LetsReadPodcast]

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[@barbikeen]

That last story was freaking awesome! Respect to the missing woman and the story tellers missing father. The story was truly very creepy.

[@isbroke4691]

Agreed, I remember hearing this story years ago on Joel’s podcast, and even though I knew the ending- I still listened again because of how intriguing it really is.

[@cHFBb]

Freaking awesome ? Americans.. always sound camp 😂

[@stwish3910]

@@cHFBb….?

[@anaknangfilipina5846]

@@isbroke4691you have the link for the full story?

[@pazizatezeros9377]

Idk if these are real but I tried looking this information up and I couldn't find anything?

[@kimberlyshepherd270]

Hearing the city of Kalamazoo, Michigan in a story was kinda cool considering my husband and I are originally from Michigan 😮. I want to thank you Joel for helping me take my mind off of my brain cancer and the passing of my dad on the 24th of August 🫶. I appreciate you more than you could ever know 💕

[@jackiebeh6702]

Kimberleyshepherd270. In my prayers.

[@gabbyfringette7250]

I'm sorry to hear about your cancer, I hope you have a good prognosis

[@RobertCalderwood-o5q]

Sorry I hope you beat it ❤

[@Pamela_Meckley88]

I'm sorry you lost your father. I lost my brother June 14, 2024 - I miss him so much. If you're anything like me, you'd do anything for just one more 🫂 I hope that you are able to beat brain cancer. I had a friend who's daughter had it decades ago and she's still alive today. Healing is possible and I pray that you will be healed, God willing. Here's an Internet 🫂 🙏🏽🤍

[@FrederickF-r5z]

I am really truly sorry about your brain 🧠 cancer 🦀♋ I truly really am and I am really truly sorry for your loss of your dad I really truly am I really truly hope that u are doing okay 🆗👍 and taking care of yourself and staying well ❤️‍🩹 and safe I really truly hope things get better for u please 🥺 have faith that things will work out for the better hang in there and stay safe and well ❤️‍🩹

[@khazanys]

My great grandma (a native Estonian) fled Estonia along with her four children. Thank you for sharing a bit of Estonian history, even in a fictional narrative.

[@kathryncumberland]

Maybe the pastor actually attacked the girl and the son knew or found out so he killed him, not only to cover it up, but also to shift the blame to his son.

[@imbored1179]

First thing i thought of

[@robynsmith4164]

My thoughts exactly!

[@jloveandlight]

Yup same here!

[@Annie-pl4qx]

same!

[@angeliqueSeidlitz2388]

That reminded me of a book called the Marbury lens by Andrew Smith? I think, it's an amazing fantasy, timey wimey stuff but adopted boy in the family falls for the daughter and the pastor finds them, he attacks the girl and boy fights back....not spoiling anything but it's a bit in the book but very good, :)

[@itsnotme533]

Because of the time difference in the uk, you always post a new story when i absolutely need it the most, when i cant get to sleep. Thanks very much x

[@HeIINight]

I'm so scared that I can't sleep.🤣

[@simonearchibald2664]

@@itsnotme533 same Down Under 🇦🇺😉

[@camp-bepsi3926]

It’s not the same, but semi similar. My boyfriend is 8 hours ahead of me (he’s in England, me near Seattle Washington USA) and I joke with him that I play Russian roulette when calling him: is it 1:56 pm, 7pm, 2:41am or 10pm there when I call.

[@SallyEbsworth-g2v]

Same in New Zealand

[@simonearchibald2664]

@@camp-bepsi3926 that must take some strength 👀 sending you both much luv, light & good vibes from Down Under 🇦🇺

[@LauraKiwi]

Fellow listener from Latvia here! 😊 Was shocked to hear that the first story came from our neighbours Estonians. Everything he said was and still is true.. Thank you for your work Let's Read. 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@Fluxwux]

I actually had to google the events of Kärdla (I guess that’s the city, right?) but I didn’t find any sources about the events - even when looking at Estonian websites. Do you have a source? Or is it just a really popular urban legends? Thank you.

[@vitalucas9452]

🙋🏼‍♀️🇱🇹🇨🇦

[@mayagreenwald293]

The last story is probably one of my favorite let’s read stories! So well written.

[@ZoeyTheSobble]

before I go to sleep, story 3 is so genuinely engaging and well written it's such a powerful story

[@slicedbread5692]

The videos in recent months have been sooooo much better than previous ones. Obviously i liked those earlier videos too cuz I've been following for a few years now, but the new style of only having 3 or 4 stories that are 15-20 minutes each is infinitely better than having 15 stories are 2-5 minutes long. I feel much more invested in the longer stories.

[@SpookySauceDuo]

I'm interested in that last story! Are there any updates? I live in Canada, so it's cool and pretty creepy to hear some Canadian stories.

[@mmfrru]

I was listening to this and did not realize that it was fairly recent. I was so invested with the last story I wanted to see if there was a follow up 😭 Btw I have no day where I don't listen to your stories, I'm still quite new to your page but I'm hot on a streak daily listening! 🔥🔥🔥

[@yahainHotPink]

Thank you Joel. The Estonia story is intense and heartbreaking

[@FairyFoxDreams]

The beef with Finland cracked me up, though.

[@yumixpeach]

Also came here for the Estonian story. It was so crazy and horrific I had to google it but for the life of me can’t find anything about it, does anyone know? Thank you

[@sparklemotion8377]

I wonder if you would say the same if they were Palestinian...

[@yahainHotPink]

@@sparklemotion8377 Curious, but why are you mentioning Palestine to a comment about Estonia?? I don't have a problem with any country, just a problem with people who cause harm to others wherever they are. Is that how you feel??

[@sparklemotion8377]

@@yahainHotPink Do you always answer a question with a question? But I got my answer, Mr Reverse Psychology

[@CNinjaa]

So, did the last story's poster ever follow up with an update on his search & investigation?

[@havingfunisnthard]

ESTONIA MENTIONED! 🇪🇪

[@1001Montresor]

I'm not Estonian, but I've been to Tartu twice on academic exchanges and I absolutely love the country. Was happy to hear an Estonian story on the channel.

[@buzzkill36]

do you wish to be under margot robbie's armpit?

[@dkmorris713]

thanks for not being A.I.

[@eric.nam.nam1]

Fr

[@killrkate988]

YESSSSSSS

[@phil-o-phobic8608]

You’re not lying, but look at how low the bar for quality content on YT has become 😂.

[@zim4607]

You must be new here :)

[@genghispecan]

That last tale was great - hope the author can come up with a worthy follow-up.

[@kingharvey2562]

Great stories!! I wouldn’t worry about your stories being boring. You bring each story to life so well that they could never be boring! Thanks.

[@imbored1179]

Got an assignment due 9am which I didn’t touch cuz of midterms. Much needed stories to listen to while I do an all-nighter or find out it’s way to hard and get cooked 🙏🏾

[@MarshallWest-qv2lc]

All nighters are a face saving strategy which usually doesn't work. I know because I had done a few times in the past.

[@imbored1179]

@@MarshallWest-qv2lc it works for assignments but not for tests. Atleast for me personally

[@dubaiedge]

All-nighters are better than not doing the work at all. As long as you give it the old college try 🎉

[@pippa3150]

Ah yes. The all nighters. I remember them well. I got my degree in 3.5 years while working 4 jobs. Pretty sure I never slept the entire time. Lol. Little tip for you. If you are studying at the library, bring chocolate covered espresso beans. (Since most of them don't allow coffee/drinks). They will definitely keep you going. Good luck! It will be worth it the day you put on that cap and gown! 😃

[@imbored1179]

@@pippa3150 pushed thru it but I’m exhausted. Time to pretend to function till 4 😭. Your story gives me hope bro it’ll be over soon

[@juslurkinround]

I loved the last story! Hope he finds the answers he's seeking!!!

[@gotblunted]

I need an update on the las story.

[@isabellrose3443]

Watching while taking a nice relaxing bath in the dark something I do for self care

[@abdulqudz89]

this channel never disappoints.

[@blakem.2611]

1st story guy outed himself as an armpit man 😎

[@user-digitalfarmgirl]

The young woman seeking her father.... was truly baffling, vexing and chilling all at once.

[@ThatEvilHag]

Also now I won't be able to live without any follow up to the third story, so... sleuths, assemble.

[@robynsmith4164]

My thoughts exactly!!! 😂

[@bsouthmama3010]

lol. Just posted asking for an update if/when it’s posted.

[@ThatEvilHag]

@@bsouthmama3010 if I’m not mistaken, the story says it was written in 2000, so I doubt the author ever dropped an update, but maybe with the name of the missing girl we can dig something up.

[@mileshouston7890]

@@ThatEvilHagprob fake

[@Lazydana19]

The one part of that story that really frustrates me is how the mother probably did know something but didn’t tell her kids, who are old enough to hear it. Also, I doubt this story is fake. You can verify people like Erwin who still live in Wrigley.

[@jacquelinevrooman7755]

THANK YOU JOEL!!

[@ResidentWeevil2077]

The Northwest Territories have some of the most beautiful forests, but is extremely remote. If it wasn't for the Mackenzie Highway, the only way getting to Wrigley is by plane.

[@mleighqs]

Great vid Joel. The third story was very interesting. I hope the mystery gets solved.

[@sokolum79]

You can’t drive from Wrigley to Déline. It’s plane or boat. I’m Sahtu Dene and my family is from Déline (pronounced dell-in-eh)! So cool to hear a story about the area though!

[@ibesmoochin1754]

The pronunciation was bugging me too lol

[@karimtemri1664]

I think its a fake story

[@sokolum79]

@@karimtemri1664 100%

[@Josh101]

Love these long stories, thanks mate!

[@ryde4ever3]

Who else is listening while hiding from a Wendigo in the boreal forests of Xandaria? In all seriousness though, I absolutely LOVE these video. Please never stop Joel!

[@ClarenceLaur]

Great timing thank you Joel

[@D3adly.M3l0di3s]

Best channel ever! Can't sleep without it

[@bluemysticLS]

Hell yeah perfect timing Joel you are amazing

[@valcanicgames5722]

Let’s go I love your videos I am pulling an all nighter watching horror stories I guess

[@KyleAM206]

Best thing to do is to turn this on when you lay down for bed, you'll get a goodnight sleep and have some crazy dreams.

[@tobytayles1]

I wonder if he ever found out what happened to his dad?

[@PlagueDoktore]

1:38 As a Norwegian this part is so relatable 😅

[@MrDonCoyote]

Hey Lets Read! Great video as usual. Could you please keep us updated on the last story, if he does post an update. I don't know how old that post is, or if he already updated it.

[@kimberlyshepherd270]

My husband and I are from really small towns in Michigan. I like this genre 😊

[@doreebardes5537]

Wow, you saved the best for last that time! The final story is truly haunting. I hope the unknown writer finds his father, rather than the opposite.

[@southernsass2937]

Have been waiting for this! Thx Joel ♥️

[@SPOOKYTAPES01]

Chilling stories from Estonia and Arkansas showcase the eerie events and dark truths that can shatter a community's peace.

[@kayladawn8990]

Ahhh, yeah, some soothing sleepy time content. Love your videos Joel!❤

[@MarshallWest-qv2lc]

Joel,, enjoy and look forward to you stories. Great job.

[@idmafromtrent4903]

Yo I’m from wrigley NWT the town from the second story, I was born 96 so I would’ve been a baby when he visited

[@silverdove9911]

listening as a senior in college applying for jobs.

[@Lwhale.3797]

So did the first writer really say he wanted to be in Margot Robbie’s armpit? 🤔🤔

[@Andi-ex1js]

But the finnish are the freaks, sure...

[@Ixc795]

I'm in love with the last story, is there anywhere we can find updates ? I hope the person will find their father alive and well and will get some answers

[@Lazydana19]

I know!! I keep checking back to see if there are any replies about whether the OP’s blog has been located…Joel, please update us on this!

[@nicksoley]

@@Lazydana19it seems fake I can’t find any information on a Susan Culvert that vanished in 1973.

[@yustinj]

i get a lesson on society and culture, history and geography - and i'm all for it👍

[@CharacterInYourReality1127]

0:46 I grew up in Kalamazoo It is, in fact, a real place with fake people.

[@SoberCatboy]

Last story was epic. Please update us

[@emersoncooper2637]

I live in kalamazoo, and even I don't think it's real..

[@ChunkaMonk24]

I grew up in Kalamazoo Michigan

[@kaytgodfrey]

Idaho mentioned 🙌🙌

[@MarshallWest-qv2lc]

Hey Idaho!

[@TTFerdinand]

Greetings to Idaho from Estonia 😉

[@jess4540]

The live stream was great last night :) lol i definitely need to get into crocheting so i can make a plushie for u Joel ❤

[@ExtraterrestrialBeing-jc7to]

I want one too

[@solastorm8971]

Please Do~the classic Avatar 🎉

[@jess4540]

I am thinking about starting I'll be a beginner but I still need to get the supplies when I get the money. Everyone loves Plushies :)

[@jess4540]

Lol donations would be great lol I'm jk 😂

[@solastorm8971]

@@jess4540 We are all beginners until we take the deep dive🌊💙 I am sure you will create something Amazing 💫

[@amnestyjohnson5027]

So excited to be so early!!! Loooove your content!!!

[@kymberlyn420]

Taallin rules. The Baltics are amazing. 🤍

[@ExtraterrestrialBeing-jc7to]

Yes they are...

[@jyripeltola6677]

Its funny how Estonians think that they are a nordic country, along with Finland, sweden, Norway, Denmark and Iceland, but the rest of the world doesn't include Estonia in that gang of cool kids...

[@kymberlyn420]

@jyripeltola6677 ya I associate it with proximity to the Baltic Sea, along with Latvia and Lithuania. only an idiot would beg to differ IMHO 😂

[@vitalucas9452]

​@jyripeltola6677 We Lithuanians believe we are Scandinavians as well. Another of the three Baltic States, similarly threatened by Russia invasion.

[@kymberlyn420]

@vitalucas9452 😔

[@halloweenwhor]

YAYYYYYYY JOEL!!!!! I needed this so badly🖤🖤🖤

[@tinaburgard7814]

That last story was really good and so sad.

[@peachturnover7641]

I knew Estonia was near Russia because of the movie Orphan.

[@MasterBuilderDragon]

I knew because my old history teacher taught us FELL: Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and they’re all falling next to Russia.

[@jyripeltola6677]

@@MasterBuilderDragon I'm Finnish and that made me curious, what does that mean that we're falling next to Russia?

[@MasterBuilderDragon]

@@jyripeltola6677 they’re all stacked on the map like they’re falling (Finland on top of Estonia, Estonia on top of Latvia, etc.) and that’s right near Russia.

[@vitalucas9452]

​@@MasterBuilderDragonMembers of the Baltic nations want no association with Russia whatsoever.

[@cherylmoore3349]

Thanks for the great stories 😮

[@NocturnalTales05]

The idea of psychic earthquake is compelling

[@jjgarber]

The last story,,,just WOW,I wanna hear his next ...so good Thank you ,Let's Read!

[@isaiahdavis1163]

These stories were soooo good!!!

[@aneia6353]

Love you Joel ❤

[@lisamujo287]

I was not expecting to have such an intense Estonian history lesson up until finishing story 1 🤯🫨

[@demestriu529]

Thank you. Its been raining non stop here and listen to you makes it easier to relax❤❤❤

[@ThatEvilHag]

I'd trust Joel with my drink and idc what that says about me

[@ecko3003]

Careful , he might b the next Diddy

[@deepuman7151]

1:10 diabolically unnecessary detail

[@melissamoonchild9216]

super weird lol

[@changedmynamebcyallwouldnt..]

1:20 and somehow i got hit with the stray?

[@juliebrown8364]

This is awesome. This is only one hour long. I mean you’ve only had it out for one hour now it’s nice getting fresh stuff. Thank you so much. I love your stories. This is an awesome channel. Thank you.. ❤

[@LilJollyJoker]

The last story was crazy!

[@lavenderwindsor632]

Hands down best narrator ❤

[@arronandjosie2863]

I need a update to the 3rd story

[@muz1kulll]

Thanks for sharing dude.

[@yeahno3333]

I’ve never been this early to a video!! 💖

[@patrickuchiha8964]

If the last story was used to make a movie or mini series I’d definitely watch that.

[@ethanmartin6501]

I need a part 2 for the last story 🔥🔥

[@carliecole2563]

I am in ❤❤❤ with this Astonian dude & his self depreciating descriptors 😅😅😅😅

[@wolfusmoon8131]

0:17 "My name is Marco,-" My Brain on instinct: "POLO!"

[@carriecrackrock1221]

Story didn't happen and was written by someone much younger than depicted in the story. Putting the tape into the tape deck triggers the tape deck in cars, you don't turn it on first, in fact some cars won't even let you select cassette if you don't have one in already

[@kavericornett6748]

Luv the last story very gripping & real. 🙏

[@dalilamott2084]

I love that the stories you choose sometimes include a history lesson.

[@materialmirage]

Let's Party!!!!! No? Okay, Let's Read. Sounds chill.

[@cameron_a9116]

Dude we used to have reading parties in school and they were LIT

[@cjmundy7184]

NOOOOO I NEED THE UPDATE

[@kendrickrichard3449]

3 rd story is a whole freaking movie with huge cliff hanger 😢

[@chikkinnuggits]

Of course I know where Estonia is! Future world-famous comedian Ari Matti has put it on the map!

[@samriding]

We all know that's you, Ari. Now get off KZbin and go work on your next minute for Kill Tony.

[@AngelofDarkness1978]

Hey Joel great video thanks for always making my night so much easier to try and get some sleep 😊❤💤🥱🇦🇺🩵🫡✨🌙✨

[@crystallaws7050]

Last story, could it be Sasquatch? I'm serious!

[@Mishka941]

Is there an update on the last story?

[@irenemessina9609]

I am and I’m glued to my phone

[@ProfessorInsomnia]

just in time for me to listen as I upload my own scary content. Thanks for the fantastic stories! 👍

[@DollyCakes16]

Thanks for the content Joel!!❤❤

[@chodieefoster]

Estonian dude knows how to tell a damn good story

[@PaulZorabedian]

Great 2 in morning still listening😂 5 hours 👌 cant stop

[@CamaroChic]

Who knows... the pastor, boy's father, could have POSSIBLY committed the crime and silenced his son. Scapegoat??

[@samanthagarcia-nelson87]

My exact thoughts. I ran to the comment section hoping to see someone think that too

[@astraterrum]

That or he was ashamed to admit what his own son did

[@Northside-um1ry]

That last story was a good one my money is on grow operation or feral humans which could potentially be both that is a huge if he's coming back but I can't blame him I would want to know as well good luck man

[@ninapillsbury8799]

Oooo i think I just realized, i dont think there was an update because he found THEM like his dad and disappeared as well!

[@DeborahLong7777]

And so r u ❤ Love the stories are thanks so much Joel

[@storiesfortheworms]

stuck working late this is perfect to listen in the bacground !!!! ty for getting me thru the last minute push

[@wiktoriaszczepanik6606]

During the live stream I fell asleep in the middle of reading the 3rd story. I remember people’s comments but let me tell you, I liked this story. I liked this big amount of details and even the fact that it was indeed pretty chaotic. So I’m gonna listen to this right now 😁

[@amemooress6291]

People didn't like this story? It was insanely good.

[@wiktoriaszczepanik6606]

@@amemooress6291 It’s not like people literally didn’t like it. The story was written in a very vague way. Reading it required guessing what was going on there at many moments. The story was quite long, so there was this frustration, impatience, need to know if this man finally found out something. More like this way. And I actually enjoyed this long preparation for the final info. When you have a good imagination, it was like watching a movie. And yep. The story was insanely good

[@KrayzFrog]

Wholesome ending