American Dread

06/01/2026

If you're planning to attend the 2026 Ghost Conference, be sure to stop by the American Hauntings booth and say hello to Adam White, host of American Dread.

The Ghost Conference is one of the premier paranormal and supernatural events in the country, featuring an incredible lineup of speakers, authors, investigators, and historians.
We hope to see you there!

For event information and tickets, visit: https://www.ghostconference.net
American Dread is proud to be part of the American Hauntings Podcast Network.

America's Original Ghost Conference

06/01/2026

The old Route 66 was built on dreams, road trips, and adventure.

But not every story from the Mother Road has a happy ending.

This Wednesday, American Dread heads back to a forgotten roadside station where a brutal crime left a community searching for answers.

New episode drops Wednesday.

05/31/2026

Have you been enjoying American Dread?

If so, please take a moment to leave a review or rating on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Facebook, or your favorite podcast app. Every review helps us grow, reach new listeners, and keep sharing the forgotten true crime stories, mysteries, and tragedies of the American Heartland.

Thank you for all the support. More dark stories are on the way.

— Adam White
Host of American Dread

05/30/2026

New episodes are on the way, and I'm always hunting for the next forgotten story.

The unsolved mysteries. The small-town murders. The cases buried by time and nearly lost to history.

If you know of a true crime case, disappearance, or strange event that deserves another look, send me a DM or email. Some of the darkest stories in America never made the headlines.

— Adam White
Host of American Dread

05/30/2026

The television went dark. The house fell silent.

And somewhere inside, something snapped.

In 1964, a brutal crime shattered a quiet Decatur neighborhood and left a town asking a question that still lingers today: How well do you know your neighbors?

THE HATCHET HOUSE.


https://open.spotify.com/episode/1O1g2w5DFkkIeTuFjAOG9c?si=NB6275JGQYCspUjq8KYfpQ

American Hauntings Podcast · Episode

05/29/2026

A respected Eisenhower High School teacher. A devoted mother. A quiet neighborhood in Mount Zion, Illinois.

When Lisa Cutler was found drowned in her bathtub in April 2012, it initially appeared to be a tragic accident. But as investigators began digging deeper, they uncovered a case that would become one of the most complex murder investigations in Macon County history.

In this episode of American Dread, we take a deep dive into the life of Lisa Cutler, the investigation that followed her death, and the evidence that ultimately led to a murder conviction.

🎧 Listen now:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5LxvHM387SaxIQZfAZmtic?si=QXpMiTNNRc6sNvOg1z0eTw

American Hauntings Podcast · Episode

05/28/2026

What took place in that house back in 1994 on the west end of Decatur, IL? 3 people dead, one person on the run!

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05/21/2026

The response to American Dread has honestly been incredible, and I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who has listened, shared episodes, and supported the show so far.

As we continue building and improving the podcast, I’d love to hear your feedback. If you’ve been enjoying the show, please consider leaving a review on Facebook, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Your reviews truly help more people discover American Dread and help us keep making the show stronger with every episode.

I’ll place the links in the comments below.

Thank you again for making this possible.
— Your Host, Adam

05/20/2026

A pregnant 17-year-old girl vanished along a rural Illinois highway in the summer of 1983.

By morning, her belongings were floating in the Spoon River.Her body wouldn’t be found for decades.

Here is the newest episode of American Dread.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/19dKZePn47t3HSHscKBty5?si=mbQz0xCJTYSTJeY44zjUyQ

American Hauntings Podcast · Episode

05/19/2026

Did you miss our last episode? Three people found murdered in a house that was on fire. Find out what took place on the west end of Decatur, Illinois in the early 1990s.

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