The Grim is opening the gate and entering Montmartre Cemetery located in Paris, France, a hauntingly beautiful necropolis hidden beneath the bustling streets of Paris. While the City of Light is often celebrated for its romance and art, its cemeteries tell a darker, more revealing story.

The Grim explores the history of Montmartre Cemetery, once an abandoned quarry and later a mass grave during the French Revolution. Unlike the grandeur of Père Lachaise, Montmartre harbors a quieter, more intimate collection of the lost, the forgotten, and the legendary.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Presbítero Matías Maestro Cemetery located in Lima Peru. Step into the shadowed corridors of history in one of Latin America's most stunning and enigmatic burial grounds. Nestled in the historic Barrios Altos district of Lima, Peru, this neoclassical masterpiece, inaugurated in 1808, was the first civilian cemetery in the Americas. Designed by Spanish priest and architect Matías Maestro, it forever changed burial traditions, transitioning from church crypts to an outdoor sanctuary of memory, artistry, and legend.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Ross Bay Cemetery located in Victoria, one of Canada’s most storied burial grounds. Nestled on the edge of the Pacific Ocean in Victoria, British Columbia, this Victorian-era cemetery is home to nearly 30,000 graves, where tales of pioneers, artists, and forgotten souls are etched into weathered stone. Discover the remarkable life of Isabella Mainville Ross, the first independent female landowner in British Columbia, and how her land became the cemetery that bears her name.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument in Big Horn County, Montana. Known as the site of "Custer's Last Stand," this infamous battle marked a devastating chapter in the Great Sioux War of 1876. The Grim unpacks the events surrounding the conflict, where the Lakota Sioux, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors triumphed against the ill-fated 7th Cavalry, led by the ambitious but doomed George Armstrong Custer.

In this special episode of The Grim, host Kristin reflects on the incredible journey of the podcast’s debut year. With 33 episodes and an astounding 58,000 downloads, Kristin recounts how The Grim began as a love letter to graveyard tourism, blending history, hauntings, and legends from cemeteries around the world.

The episode highlights fan-favorite cemeteries like the lush Victorian Highgate Cemetery, which transformed skeptics into cemetery enthusiasts, and the haunting Capuchin Catacombs of Sicily, which elicited mixed emotions due to its raw display of mortality. Kristin also dives into memorable ghost stories, including Bonaventure Cemetery’s spectral tales of laughter and smashed crystal, and the fascinating connection between Rhode Island’s Mercy Lena and the inspiration for Dracula.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering historic and hauntingly beautiful Green-Wood Cemetery located in Brooklyn, New York. From its Gothic Revival entrance to its snow-covered grounds, Green-Wood holds centuries of stories, both inspiring and grim. Learn about the pivotal role the cemetery's grounds played in the Revolutionary War’s Battle of Brooklyn and its transformation into a 478-acre sanctuary of history and remembrance. Discover the lives of notable residents like Horace Greeley, Susan McKinney-Stewart, and Leonard Bernstein, who each left indelible marks on American culture and progress.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Westminster Abbey located in London England. Exploring its roots as a Benedictine monastery founded in 960, the Abbey emerges as a Gothic masterpiece and a centerpiece of British history. From hosting coronations to becoming the final resting place for over 3,300 individuals, including monarchs, poets, and war heroes, Westminster Abbey's halls are steeped in grandeur and mystery.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Benton Avenue Cemetery located in Helena, Montana. Established in 1870, this historic burial ground offers a glimpse into the lives of early settlers, gold rush pioneers, and those who shaped Helena's frontier past. The cemetery, located near Carroll College and the old rail lines, was built on land sold by sisters Rachel and Elizabeth during Helena's booming gold discovery period at Last Chance Gulch in 1864.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Old Tonopah Cemetery located in Tonopah, Nevada—a resting place steeped in Wild West lore and ghostly tales. Cozy up with your favorite mug as The Grim takes you on a chilling journey through this forgotten frontier graveyard. Discover how the Wild West’s promise of fortune led to tragedy and triumph, from boomtowns rising and falling to the eerie tales of those who never left.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Glendalough Cemetery located in County Wicklow, Ireland. A site steeped in history, spirituality, and haunting lore. Known as the "Valley of Two Lakes," Glendalough is celebrated for its tranquil beauty and the ruins of a 6th-century monastery founded by St. Kevin.

The episode delves into St. Kevin’s life, from his noble beginnings to his retreat into the wilderness to live a life of solitude and devotion. Highlights include St. Kevin's Bed, a tiny cave overlooking the upper lake, and the round tower, an iconic structure symbolizing the ingenuity of early Irish monks. The cemetery, with over 2,000 graves, is a testament to centuries of faith and artistry, featuring gravestones from the medieval period to the 18th century, including works by famed stone carver Dennis Cullen.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Burial Hill located in Plymouth, Massachusetts, uncovering the history and eerie lore of Burial Hill. Once a colonial fort, this historic cemetery is the resting place for Mayflower passengers and Plymouth Colony founders. The Grim dives into tales of resilience, sacrifice, and tragedy, including the mysterious Pukwudgie of Wampanoag legend, chilling hauntings tied to shipwrecks, and the intricate artistry of 17th-century gravestones.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Prazeres Cemetery located in Lisbon, Portugal, that stands as a unique blend of history, art, and eerie beauty. As one of Lisbon’s most significant cemeteries, it serves as the final resting place for many of Portugal’s prominent figures, including renowned poets, political leaders, and cultural icons. The cemetery’s grand mausoleums, intricate sculptures, and elaborate tombstones make it a must-visit location for those interested in art, history, and architecture.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Rookwood Cemetery located in Sydney Australia. Spanning over 300 hectares, Rookwood is the largest cemetery in the Southern Hemisphere and the world’s largest still-operating Victorian-era cemetery. Established in 1867, it has been the final resting place for over 900,000 people from all walks of life.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering eerie Capuchin Catacombs located in Palermo, Sicily—home to one of the world’s largest collections of mummies. Originally part of the Capuchin Friary, the catacombs became famous for their preserved bodies, starting with the accidental mummification of monks in the 16th century. Over time, Palermo’s elite sought to be mummified, turning the catacombs into a macabre status symbol.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering the rich history and cultural significance of Día de Los Muertos(Day of the Dead) in Oaxaca, Mexico. While many prepare for Halloween in the U.S., families in Oaxaca honor their deceased loved ones with vibrant celebrations.

Discover the origins of this beautiful tradition, which intertwines Indigenous customs with Catholic influences from the Spanish conquistadors.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Old Burial Hill located in Marblehead, Massachusetts, just in time for Halloween. This historic graveyard, featured in Hocus Pocus, offers stunning views and rich stories from its 1638 establishment.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Bachelor's Grove Cemetery in Midlothian, Illinois. Listeners will learn about ghostly sightings, including the phantom house, the Madonna figure, and the notorious hooked spirit that allegedly chases visitors away.

With a dark past linked to the Chicago mob, rumors of bodies disposed of in a nearby pond contribute to the cemetery's haunted reputation. The site has also suffered from vandalism, resulting in damaged headstones, which adds to its lore.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering the eerie Bohnice Cemetery in Prague, Czech Republic, known as the "Cemetery of Fools." Join The Grim as we delve into the chilling history of this site, we uncover its connection to the notorious Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital, where patients were buried without ceremony amid the shame surrounding mental illness.

The episode examines the dark past of psychiatric care and the unsettling practices of the early 20th century, revealing the cemetery's overgrown grounds, dilapidated structures, and the stories of the 4,200 souls interred there. Notably, the episode highlights the mysterious grave of Maria Tuma Reiter, the only well-preserved site in the cemetery, and the theories surrounding her life and death.

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Union Cemetery in Easton, Connecticut, renowned as one of the most haunted cemeteries in America. Popularized by legendary paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, Union Cemetery, established around 1761, has become a hotspot for ghostly encounters and supernatural tales.

Listeners will uncover spine-tingling ghost stories, such as the sightings of the "white lady" and the tragic tale of Harriet R. Seeley, who is believed to haunt the grounds in search of her lost child. The Warrens' investigations not only brought attention to Union Cemetery but also inspired their book, "Graveyard: True Hauntings from an Old New England Cemetery."

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Sleepy Hollow Cemetery located in Sleepy Hollow, New York. The cemetery is home to some of America’s most famous figures, including Washington Irving, the creator of the legendary Headless Horseman. His spirit seems to linger among the tombstones, inviting visitors to explore the tales of both the living and the dead. While you stroll the grounds, keep your head on straight, for the tales of Sleepy Hollow come alive in the rustle of leaves and the cool night breeze. Who knows what spirits might be watching, waiting to share their eternal tales, on this episode of The Grim.