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Behind The Story

Behind The Story

By Yashavi Upasani & Arvind Ragunathan

Hosts Yashavi Upasani and Arvind Ragunathan explore the true stories that inspired some of the most famous horror movies of all time. Covering movies like The Conjuring, The Exorcist, and more, paranormal believer Yashavi and skeptic Arvind argue over the existence of the supernatural: whether it's real, or if it's just a creation of the human psyche. Subscribe to this podcast and follow it on social media @behi.ndthestory. After all, there's always more to uncover, Behind The Story.
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Behind The StoryJun 12, 2021

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Werewolves

Werewolves

In the penultimate episode of the season, Yashavi and Arvind discuss humanity's oldest supernatural creatures: werewolves. From severe cases of lycanthropy to finding wolf hair on crime sites, our favorite duo argues over whether these entities exist or not.

Aug 18, 202325:05
Bigfoot

Bigfoot

Halfway through the season, Yashavi and Arvind discuss the beloved American creature Bigfoot. Is there a real mountain “man” terrorizing the Northwest, or is it nothing more than a hoax to promote tourism?
Jul 21, 202331:07
Shaun of the Dead

Shaun of the Dead

What happens when dead things don't stay dead and instead, come back to walk amongst the living? In this episode Yashavi and Arvind explore the scientific "impossibility" of zombies, delving into their origins, real-life cases, and pop culture fanfare.

Jul 07, 202335:16
Dracula

Dracula

In this episode, Yashavi and Arvind discuss the origins, real-life cases, and pop culture fan fare relating to the world's most beloved blood-sucking creatures: vampires. What exactly qualifies an entity as a vampire? And are there more vampires out there than we will ever truly know?
Jun 23, 202325:17
Alien (Feat. Dan Harary)

Alien (Feat. Dan Harary)

To kick off season four, Yashavi and Arvind interview UFOlogist Dan Harary on the world’s most debated topic: aliens. Are they real? Have they contacted Earth? Is the government hiding something? Let’s see what we can uncover.
Jun 02, 202350:59
Season 4 Trailer

Season 4 Trailer

The wait is over, season four is finally here! Tune in on June 2nd for the first episode of many that will uncover the mysterious physical supernatural creatures that terrify our human world. Get ready to take a deeper look Behind The Story.
May 12, 202301:02
Valentine's Day Special

Valentine's Day Special

To end their glorious third season, Yashavi and Arvind read more scary stories, this time centered around romance. Are they true, or, did our two hosts get creative in this final episode, coming up with ideas never before anticipated?

Feb 10, 202322:55
Holiday Special

Holiday Special

In season three's Holiday Special, Yashavi and Arvind share holiday-themed scary stories dealing with creepy snowmen and a very spooky game. In the end, it's up to the world to decide whether they're real or not, and if they are, whether it can happen to anyone.

Dec 16, 202229:32
Halloween Special

Halloween Special

In the first of three holiday specials, Yashavi and Arvind share the scary stories that they found, leaving the other to decide whether it was real or not. Beyond these terrifying tales, the two hosts share Halloween memories, question hypothetical situations, and share a special message to their fans.

Oct 28, 202218:09
HOST (Feat. Patti Negri, aka The Good Witch of Hollywood)

HOST (Feat. Patti Negri, aka The Good Witch of Hollywood)

In this season finale, Yashavi and Arvind talk to legendary medium Patti Negri. Patti's a semi-regular on Ghost Adventures and has been featured on countless shows across the world. In an effort to answer the question they've been debating over the whole season, our two hosts learn about seances, how to host one, and the world of being a medium. After all, there's always more to uncover Behind The Story.

Aug 26, 202247:41
Chucky

Chucky

In the second-to-last episode of season three, Yashavi and Arvind uncover the true story of Robert the doll, a haunted toy that inspired the ultra-famous Chucky. Was Robert really a haunted doll, possessed to commit evil crimes? Or, was it all just hysteria and a widespread hunt for the paranormal?

Aug 12, 202233:22
Bermuda

Bermuda

Yashavi and Arvind uncover the mysteries of an area prone to hurricanes and possible hauntings: the Bermuda Triangle. Also known as the Devil's Triangle, Yashavi explains the many disappearances in the area while Arvind uses nautical science to debunk it all.

Jul 29, 202236:06
The Mothman

The Mothman

In this episode, Yashavi and Arvind delve deep into a mystery involving a creature unlike anything they've discussed before. The Mothman, made famous by a small town in West Virginia, has been terrorizing people for decades, that is, of course, given account that it's real which Arvind firmly believes it's not.

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Jul 15, 202237:52
Haunting in Connecticut

Haunting in Connecticut

In this episode, Yashavi and Arvind uncover the strange encounters experienced by the Snedeker family after they bought a house that was later revealed to be a former funeral home. While Yashavi is convinced that the terrible things the family went through were done at the hands of demons, Arvind uses scientific reason and shows true motivators that make the Snedeker's story seem a little less real.

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Jul 01, 202245:02
Candyman

Candyman

In this episode, Yashavi and Arvind explore the urban legend of Candyman, talking about the history behind these terrifying tales and even examining some cases where they actually came true. But of course, they're just stories... right?

Jun 17, 202227:15
Things Heard & Seen (Feat. Elizabeth Brundage)

Things Heard & Seen (Feat. Elizabeth Brundage)

To start of season three paranormal believer Yashavi and skeptic Arvind interview Elizabeth Brundage, the author of the hit novel All Things Cease To Appear, which inspired the Netflix original movie Things Heard & Seen. Brundage's book itself is based on the very real paranormal encounters the writer experienced, and our two hosts have a thrilling interview with her full of paranormal speculation and supernatural questioning.
Jun 03, 202242:31
Season 3 Trailer

Season 3 Trailer

The next season of Behind The Story is here! Yashavi and Arvind introduce the third season of this hit podcast, teasing some interesting clips from the interviews they conducted, and questioning the paranormal in ways they never have before.
May 13, 202202:17
AHS: Death Valley

AHS: Death Valley

In the final episode uncovering the true stories behind the hit TV show American Horror Story, and the last episode of season two, Yashavi and Arvind discuss the existence of extra-terrestrial life. However, this episode is unlike any other, since the two hosts are arguing for cases you never expected they would side on.

Apr 01, 202231:11
AHS: Murder House

AHS: Murder House

In the fourth episode covering the hit horror show American Horror Story, Yashavi and Arvind examine some of the worlds most famous haunted houses, and they even revisit a fan favorite house from season one.
Feb 11, 202252:55
AHS: Freak Show

AHS: Freak Show

In this episode covering the seasons of American Horror Story, Yashavi and Arvind uncover the real people that inspired beloved characters on the Freak Show season. More than that, our two hosts get a little controversial and even discuss grave robbing.
Dec 17, 202148:27
AHS: Hotel

AHS: Hotel

In the second episode of the AHS segment, Yashavi and Arvind explore the dark mysteries in the Cecil Hotel, including the troubling case of Elisa Lam. With theories like mental health and a paranormal portal inside the building, whose side will you choose?
Oct 29, 202143:16
AHS: Roanoke

AHS: Roanoke

Yashavi and Arvind introduce their new segment on the seasons of American Horror Story. To debut these next episodes, our two hosts battle on what they think caused the colony of Roanoke to disappear.
Aug 27, 202141:40
The Dybbuk Box

The Dybbuk Box

From Jewish folklore, Yashavi and Arvind explore the concept of the Dybbuk box. Is it a story created by one talented writer, or is it a malevolent force that dates back centuries?
Aug 13, 202135:18
Veronica and Estefania

Veronica and Estefania

Our two hosts argue over whether the death of an 18-year-old girl was caused by environmental factors or demonic possession. Which side do you take today?
Jul 30, 202146:13
Winchester

Winchester

In this episode, Yashavi and Arvind explore the story of Sarah Winchester, a woman who compulsively built the Winchester Mystery House under the instructions of ghosts.
Jul 16, 202125:25
The Conjuring Part 3

The Conjuring Part 3

Yashavi and Arvind uncover the new Conjuring movie, leaving the question of whether a demon can cause you to kill someone up to you. Did the paranormal win you over, or did the skeptic take it all?
Jul 02, 202135:12
An American Murder

An American Murder

In this episode, Yashavi and Arvind explore the legend of the Bell Witch, leaving the question up to you if there was anything paranormal going on, or if it was all fake.
Jun 18, 202133:17
Season 2 Trailer

Season 2 Trailer

The trailer is here. Tune in on June 4th to listen to the first episode of season 2, and make sure you stick around to learn more about the paranormal. After all, there’s always more to uncover Behind The Story.
Jun 12, 202100:53
The Witches (Feat. Stacy Schiff)

The Witches (Feat. Stacy Schiff)

To kick off season two, Yashavi and Arvind interview Pulitzer-prize-winning author Stacy Schiff to learn more about the Salem witch trials. Were there really witches who plagued the children of Salem, or was there actually, in the words of our expert, "a miscarriage of justice"?
Jun 04, 202101:00:37
Valentine’s Day Special

Valentine’s Day Special

In the last episode of season one, Yashavi and Arvind explain the scary origin of this romantic holiday, and share bad date stories that were submitted. We hope you enjoyed this season and come back for season two that is coming very soon. After all, there’s always more to uncover Behind The Story
Feb 12, 202122:57
Holiday Special

Holiday Special

For the last episode of 2020, Yashavi and Arvind tell the story of the Christmas demon Krampus and share interesting traditions around the world. 

Dec 18, 202018:59
Halloween Special

Halloween Special

In this episode, Yashavi and Arvind explain how Halloween came to be the holiday we know it as, and they also reveal some fun Halloween memories of their own time celebrating this amazing holiday. Happy Halloween!
Oct 31, 202022:58
Amityville Horrors

Amityville Horrors

Yashavi and Arvind end season one of Behind The Story with one of the most famous cases in the world: Amityville. Were there spirits that caused a man to kill his family, or did he do it based on his fatal lack of judgement? We hope you enjoyed this season and you always remember that there’s more to uncover behind the story.
Aug 28, 202031:02
Poltergeist

Poltergeist

In this episode, Yashavi and Arvind discuss the mysteries that went on in one Long Island house. Was this just something caused by a chemical, or, was it a real paranormal being that could even be living in your house?
Aug 07, 202022:09
The Exorcist

The Exorcist

Our two hosts delve deep into one of the most popular horror movies in history: The Exorcist. Will you believe our paranormal lover, or will our skeptic just take this case away?
Jul 24, 202018:08
Annabelle the Doll

Annabelle the Doll

In this episode, we record something a little different, a little shorter, and full of paranormal play fair. Hear about all the horrors inside one doll and the terror that fell upon those who had her in their possession.
Jul 10, 202013:07
The Conjuring Part 2

The Conjuring Part 2

Listen to the second part of the greatest horror movie franchise to ever exist: The Conjuring. In this episode, Yashavi and Arvind talk about the Enfield Poltergeist, the true story behind The Conjuring 2. Which side will you believe?

Jun 26, 202025:20
Emily and Anneliese
Jun 12, 202028:32
The Conjuring Part 1

The Conjuring Part 1

Yashavi and Arvind explain the true story behind The Conjuring 1, leaving it up to you to choose whether you believe all the paranormal horrors that occurred in one house in Rhode Island.
May 29, 202020:51
This is Behind The Story

This is Behind The Story

The glimpse into the podcast that will discover the world behind the screens of horror.
May 17, 202000:43