THE DECKHAND
35min
Survival Horror
Written & Read by James Cawley
Story Details:
THE DECKHAND
A Survival Horror Story at Sea
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Joey thought he was boarding a small fishing boat for a chance to disappear. With no experience and no questions asked, the deckhand job seemed like the perfect escape from his broken past. After years of bad choices and time served, he wanted quiet waters and a clean start.
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But the further they sailed from land, the more dread crept in. The ocean fog closed around the vessel, the crew grew stranger by the hour, and Joey’s uneasy suspicion deepened. This wasn’t just a fishing trip , it was a one-way passage into the unknown.
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The Deckhand is a haunting slow-burn horror podcast story set on the open sea. Blending survival suspense with psychological tension, it pulls listeners into an atmospheric world where the ocean keeps its own secrets. For fans of creepy audio dramas, maritime thrillers, and survival horror fiction, this chilling tale explores isolation, paranoia, and the choices that drag us under.
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Listen now to The Deckhand, part of the Dust and Echoes Podcast, where we bring you original stories of horror, mystery, and adventure every week. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms.