It’s so nice to find a great podcast that focuses on the creepy stuff but doesn’t take that hard turn into problematic territory! It’s hard to find that kind of thing especially in the conspiracy space.

Listening to the spontaneous combustion as a diabetic gave me another thing to fear 😆

I’m a huge fan of this podcast. So much so that I signed up for the premium subscription to unlock all the archived and bonus episodes! Kaelyn does such an amazing job with her writing and narration, not to mention the production level of each episode. The music and sound effects really help paint the scene and mood! I also love that it isn’t strictly paranormal/true crime. It’s just all those morbidly dark curiosities under one roof. A fan FOR LIFE!! 🍎

I liked this podcast a lot, but lately there’s no episodes to listen to for free. I get it, but will not be following any more.

I love this podcast! It has a nice variety in all things spooky. Not just true crime. Also I love that she gets to the point but also gives all the details I want. Big fan!

This is my favorite podcast! I listen every week! I love anything dark and macabre. Also love learning even if I knew about a certain legend or true crime story at the end of the episode I have learned something new about that story even if it’s a little detail. Kaelyn’s voice is easy to listen to which always makes a podcast enjoyable as well! Thank you and your team for all your research and all you do! Definitely give this a listen, I promise you’ll be hooked!🖤

Overall, I love the show. I love learning about new things. The one thing that I don’t like is how many ads there are spread around the entire show. There’s been at least three add breaks in this last episode and it’s only about an hour long and each of the ad breaks takes about 3 to 4 minutes, which I frankly just skip but That’s the only downside to this show it’s beautifully produced beautifully made, and again shows a lot of things that I don’t know that I get to learn about

Found this podcast during Halloween last year, but it’s amazing year-round. It’s like an audio cabinet of curiosities, a variety of stories and mysteries and all things darkly curious. Amazing background music and effects and the host is so engaging and respectful—Love it!

I’ve been listening for about two years now, and I still love this podcast! HSP is what really got me into true crime, and I’m all in now. My favorite episodes have to be Long Haul Horror, the Khamar-Daban Incident, and that one about stalking. I’ve loved watching this podcast grow in my time sticking with it!

You better come back soon. It’s been too long since the last episode.🍎

Hauntingly Beautiful

EDIT- Has time has gone on my esteem for this pod has grown. I'd give it more stars if i could. Just sticks with you. I thought i was pretty much over paranormal podcasts but now I work in a night office with a lot of down time, and thought it would be an excellent atmosphere to indulge in some new pods. This one is exactly what you want. Its spooky, without being overblown, and presents cases i haven't heard of. Just well done.

It’s the perfect blend of horror/paranormal and true crime. Her story telling abilities are amazing and I LOVE the sound effects. It really draws you into the story.

Heart Starts Pounding is a must-listen. And trust me, as a proud member of the High Council on Patreon, I can confidently say that Kaelyn Moore is next level when it comes to storytelling. Kaelyn has an incredible ability to pull you into each tale, weaving together history, true crime, and the paranormal with a smooth, hypnotic voice that somehow makes everything even creepier. Her research is meticulous, the production is flawless, and she has a way of building suspense that keeps you hanging on every word. Whether it’s unsolved mysteries, hauntings, or those real-life stories that are scarier than fiction, she delivers each episode with the perfect mix of chilling atmosphere and thoughtful analysis. The Patreon experience is also fantastic—Kaelyn gives her supporters amazing extra content, and being part of the High Council makes the whole experience even more immersive (and, let’s be honest, extra spooky in the best way). If you’re not listening to Heart Starts Pounding yet, you’re seriously missing out. Just don’t blame me when you start jumping at every creak in your house!

I just found this podcast from the Ad on the Severance podcast, and I’m so thankful I did. I clean cabins and this keeps me entertained through many cleans. Such an awesome show! Thank you!

I really enjoy the stories and how they’re told, there’s way too many ads

Literally love this show so much. I found it last March and binge-listened to every single episode. Every episode is planned out and leaves me wishing I had more to listen to. I’d recommend to anyone who’s darkly curious.

My best friend introduced me to this podcast a few months ago and I haven’t been able to stop listening to it ( not that I tried lol). I totally recommend listening to it if you’re into the dark, mystery side of things.

I’ve been following this show since it began and each week I look forward to the next episode. It’s also the only podcast I am subscribed to so it eliminates the ads. I will forever be a listener sharing this show with everyone I meet.

Love this podcast!! It is my favorite and I can’t wait to listen every week.

This is a phenomenal podcast that will keep you on the edge of your seat, the show seems to do a lot of research and has a fantastic narration. The subject’s always change on the podcast which always brings you something new! I absolutely love this podcast. It is one of my new favorites.❤️✨

Unoriginal. We’ve heard all of this before. Short episodes and always begging for patreon subscribers. You can get this same content with more personality and better research pretty much anywhere

I really appreciate Kaelyn Moore’s approach to this podcast. The writing is terrific, and the vocal delivery is fantastic—thank you for not over-annunciating (a huge pet peeve in some otherwise really great pods) nor using a put-on, dramatic voice; while also maintaining a good pace, smooth delivery, and the right kind of story-telling cadence that keeps me engaged and actively listening. Kudos for keeping the topics consistently eerie and interesting! The HSP team is sticking the landing time and again. Great work!

By far the best podcast in the horror genre! Kaelyn does a great job and it’s easy listening! Listen, join, enjoy!

I found this podcast after randomly seeing a video Kaelyn posted on her IG. I basically listen exclusively to true crime and have been desperately searching for podcasts with new stories or fresh takes. I absolutely LOVE how this pod has a mix of true crime, ghost stories, urban legends, dark history, etc. I binged basically every episode while wrapping Christmas gifts during the holidays and now have to force myself to not listen so I can savor the episodes! Absolutely love this podcast!!

Love this pod i am a member now! Keep up the great work

Used to be a weekly listener. The adds are too much. The episode that broke me had a 6 minute add break only about 10 minutes after the start of the episode which had another add. This show had a lot of promise and I get you gotta get paid but come on. This is ridiculous

It’s a decent show but I’m not fond of the guest episodes. There’s nothing interesting in those discussions. Prefer the episodes discussing dark and strange mysteries.

I have yet to find anything that comes close to this podcast. Absolutely love it.

I LOVE spooky things and this is amazing,even if I didn’t like spooky things I’d like this and I listen to it even without ANY GOOSEBUMPS which is so cool!!!

This is one of my new favorite podcasts. I want MORE!

One of my absolute favorite podcasts, I always look forward to new episodes. I love that the topics always bounce around but still always spooky and morbid. I’d literally listen to anything HSP does because it’s just so well done and well told.

I LOVE this. The host ( I’m sorry for not forgetting your name 🥺) is awesome and her tone and story telling is so immersive and immersive. I listening to this podcast on a daily basis and I never get bored with it. 10/10 ❤️😱🤫

Too many ads for episodes of the average show length. It’s really hard to enjoy the stories.

This is my new fave. Her voice, tone and storytelling are so enjoyable. I love how respectful yet light it is. Thank you

I love love love this podcast!! the best part of the day is when I get to just relax and listen! She tells every story with such grace and I really get tied into them! I wish I could rate this more than 5 stars!!!

From amazing episodes to great recommendations on movies, shows and books, this is exactly what I have been missing in my life!

While most of the information matches what I’ve heard on other pods on the same topics there are some notable research issues. For example, manslaughter does not always require intent so saying it does full stop is just wrong. I also can’t listen for long to the halting cadence of the host’s voice. Best of luck though I can’t continue to listen.

I do love this podcast, but the coverage of the John O’Keefe case is irresponsible. Please stay away from recent true crime unless you report all of the evidence. Cherry picking certain pieces to share and not providing context is not helping anyone. As you said yourself, there are real people involved. If you do more episodes on this, please be mindful of your influence.

Also, the new cover photo is awesome - excellent art direction!!

I cannot get enough of this show, the limit does not exist 🍎 The Heart Starts Pounding podcast is a masterclass in captivating its audience. I appreciate how “on brand” and consistent the show is toward a “darkly curious” audience. Each episode is meticulously crafted, weaving together chilling stories and intriguing mysteries that keep you on the edge of your seat. The narration is top-notch, and the production quality is impeccable, making it a truly immersive experience. If you're someone who loves delving into the eerie and the unexplained, this podcast is an absolute must-listen. And fyi, I never thought I’d pay for a podcast, but I think she could charge $100/month and I’d pay it. Keep up the amazing work! 🖤

The hostess, besides being very ethereal looking, has a wonderful voice. My husband and I love listening to the podcast as we fall asleep. The mix of the paranormal and true crime makes this one of the best podcasts we follow.

Found this podcast at the beginning of last year on Spotify and have watched every episode since. It’s amazing I can’t wait to hear every new episode as I drive!

I love this show! I listen almost everyday… it’s so interesting and keeps me engaged. Definitely recommend listening.

Regularly listening from Montpelier Vermont. Best podcast out there. Thank you! 🍎

Just listened to the final episode for the year. I was turned onto this podcast by creeptime when Sylas and Stew gave you a shout out. I was new to podcast and they were the only ones i was listening to at the time. I gave your podcast a listen and quickly caught up to current episodes. Your podcast is great and would love to hear a collab between Hearts starts creeping !! Continue the great work in 2025!

…podcast. Well researched and written. Leaving off a star because I cringe every time I hear Kaelin say words like written and curtain. Sounds more like wri-en and cur-en. I think diction lessons would help. Otherwise, great stuff!

This podcast has risen to the top of my podcast list. I just started listening a couple of months ago. I love the unique stories and topics. They are well researched and presented. Also, very relaxing. I’m definitely subscribing so I can get more. Thank you!!

I love listening while working or driving (though I couldn’t listen to the trucker stories while driving at night). Your voice is so calming and most of the time I don’t even mind listening to ads because I know something good is coming right after.

Love to listening when I’m going to sleep. (I usually go back and listen again later)