Echoes in the Dark-Tonight’s Frequency is Unsettled
The Hollow felt different today — heavier, watching, waiting. As I worked through Chapters 5 and 6 of Hopewell Hollow, the town’s buried history started pushing up through the cracks, twisting the atmosphere in that quiet, unnerving way only Hopewell can. Meanwhile, new podcast prep, fresh merch designs, and a haunting piece of lore kept the day steeped firmly in the strange. Step inside and see what’s stirring beneath the pines…
Podcast prep is in full swing as we shape the next episode:
Segment Highlights
Chapters 5 & 6 Reading + Reflection
A deeper emotional dive — why the events of these chapters matter.
Real-World Haunt:
A place where the dead don’t knock… but they listen.
Macabre Bob’s Corner:
Bob has opinions. Sharp ones.
And today, he’s a little extra unhinged.
Movie Reviews:
Six films that leave you equal parts entertained and existentially damaged — in a good way.
The vibe?
A mix of sarcasm, dread, and that signature Echoes humor that asks:
If you laugh in the dark… does something laugh back?
— John Keaser Jr.
Dark Hollow Media LLC
🎙️ Echoes in the Dark: Stories, Haunts, & Horrors
echoes in the dark: the first episode resonates
There’s a certain stillness that creeps in every October night. The air sharpens, the leaves whisper secrets underfoot, and the moon hangs heavy—watchful—as if waiting for something to stir.
Halloween isn’t just a holiday; it’s a season of remembering. Of old stories told around dim lamps and bonfires. Of masks that let us become our shadows for a night. Of the thin space between the living and the dead growing thin enough to hear what’s on the other side.
At Dark Hollow Media, this is the time we live for—the hum of old radios, the flicker of jack-o’-lanterns, the ghosts that never quite stopped talking. It’s when Echoes in the Dark feels most alive, and the line between story and reality blurs beautifully.
So light a candle. Pour a cup of something warm. Step outside and listen. The Hollow is restless tonight.
Because Halloween doesn’t end when the clock strikes midnight—it lingers in the corners, behind closed doors, waiting for you to turn the lights off.
There’s a certain kind of thrill that comes when you release something into the world for the first time—especially when it’s meant to unsettle, intrigue, and echo long after the final sound fades.
This past week marked the official debut of Echoes in the Dark: Stories, Haunts, & Horrors, and the turnout has been incredible. From the first stream to the growing list of followers, it’s clear that people are ready for something a little different in the horror space—something that blends eerie storytelling with dark humor and atmospheric sound design.
Episode One set the tone perfectly: unsettling whispers, a twist of sarcasm, and the kind of stories that creep into your dreams if you listen too closely. I couldn’t be happier with the response so far. The messages, shares, and comments remind me why this project exists—to give horror fans a place where they can laugh nervously, lean in closer, and feel that chill crawl up their spine.
And this is only the beginning.
New episodes will drop bi-weekly, diving deeper into the world of dark folklore, strange encounters, and original nightmares. If you haven’t yet, follow the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen—and remember:
When you’re lying in bed at night and hear something move… it’s probably just your imagination. Or is it?
Thank you all for making the first episode such a success. The Hollow is growing louder—and you’re part of it.
— John Keaser Jr.
Dark Hollow Media LLC
🎙️ Echoes in the Dark: Original Stories, True Hauntings, and Horror Genre Explored
welcome to the hollow
There’s a place where stories don’t die — they linger.
In whispers. In shadows. In the spaces between heartbeats.
Welcome to Dark Hollow Media — where storytelling crosses the threshold between the living and the haunted.
What began as a single story, Hopewell Hollow, has grown roots far deeper than I ever imagined. It’s more than a book. It’s a world — stitched together by folklore, faith, and fear — and it’s expanding into film, podcasts, and art. Every branch of this creative tree reaches for something just out of sight… something we can feel but never fully explain.
Here, you’ll find:
🌒 Stories — original fiction that explores the haunted corners of small-town America.
🔮 Echoes in the Dark — our podcast where we share tales, hauntings, and horrors that blur the line between truth and legend.
🩸 Behind the Veil — updates on our novels, scripts, and the growing Hopewell Hollow universe.
🌲 The Store — exclusive Dark Hollow designs, books, and art prints inspired by the Hollow’s mythology.
This isn’t just a media company. It’s a gathering place for those who still believe that stories have power — that the past never truly stays buried.
So, if you hear something stirring in the dark… lean closer. It’s just us.
We’ve been waiting for you.
— John Keaser Jr.
Founder, Dark Hollow Media
The dark side of storytelling.
There’s a place where stories don’t die — they linger.
In whispers. In shadows. In the spaces between heartbeats.
Welcome to Dark Hollow Media — where storytelling crosses the threshold between the living and the haunted.
What began as a single story, Hopewell Hollow, has grown roots far deeper than I ever imagined. It’s more than a book. It’s a world — stitched together by folklore, faith, and fear — and it’s expanding into film, podcasts, and art. Every branch of this creative tree reaches for something just out of sight… something we can feel but never fully explain.
Here, you’ll find:
🌒 Stories — original fiction that explores the haunted corners of small-town America.
🔮 Echoes in the Dark — our podcast where we share tales, hauntings, and horrors that blur the line between truth and legend.
🩸 Behind the Veil — updates on our novels, scripts, and the growing Hopewell Hollow universe.
🌲 The Store — exclusive Dark Hollow designs, books, and art prints inspired by the Hollow’s mythology.
This isn’t just a media company. It’s a gathering place for those who still believe that stories have power — that the past never truly stays buried.
So, if you hear something stirring in the dark… lean closer. It’s just us.
We’ve been waiting for you.
— John Keaser Jr.
Founder, Dark Hollow Media
The dark side of storytelling.