Tinseltown Ghost Stories

Tinseltown Ghost Stories

Los Angeles is a city of stories of success and tragedy, a place where dreams are fulfilled – and nightmares come true. Every other week, our host dives into the creepy, mysterious, weird, and downright terrifying stories that have haunted the front offices of Beverly Hills and backlots of Hollywood. Through this podcast, we’ll shed light on the dark corners the industry would rather you forget.

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June 11, 2025 28 mins

This week, host Bianca Lopez strolls down the haunted aisle of the iconic TCL Chinese Theater, previously known as Grauman's Chinese Theater. Who is Sid Grauman, the legendary showman who built this opulent movie palace and what ghosts lurk just beyond the screen?

 

Tinseltown Ghost Stories is a FilmFrontier Studios podcast. For more, please visit FilmFrontierStudios.com or find us on Instagram at @filmfrontierstudios

 

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On this episode of murder and mystery, host Bianca Lopez visits with the ghost of Bugsy Siegel, said to be haunting Golden Age Hollywood's favorite local, uh...haunt, The Formosa Cafe.

 

From his early days as the rising hitman in charge of Murder, Inc, to his wining and dining of Tinseltown's celebrity class, we shine a spotlight on the darker side of fame - and one man's pursuit of it no matter the cost. Was his death in a blaze ...

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It’s baseball season! This week, step up to the plate with host Bianca Lopez as we dig deeper into the dark history of Dodger Stadium and the once vibrant community of Chavez Ravine now buried underneath its 50,000 seats.

 

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Instagram: @biancaplopez

 

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Hike up to the Hollywood Sign and prepare to be spooked! Host Bianca Lopez takes us through the over 100 year history of this iconic Los Angeles Landmark. Does a spirit of early Tinseltown lurk there still?

 

Content Warnings: this episode includes a depiction of suicide

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FOLLOW THE HOST - Find Bianca on Instagram

Instagram: @biancaplopez

 

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February 12, 2025 26 mins

Enjoy a stay at the Paramour Estate—at your own risk! This week, host Bianca Lopez walks us through the winding halls and spooky history of this larger than life mansion. From old Hollywood royalty, to My Chemical Romance, this episode has it all.

 

Content Warnings: this episode includes a depiction of murder

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January 14, 2025 2 mins

We are devastated by the tremendous loss our community is facing. Thank you to the brave first responders and to the volunteers, donators, and community. In this post you can find resources to get help or to help where needed, along with an update for the show moving forward.

We love you Los Angeles.

Resources: 

The Mutual Aid L.A. Network: info for shelters, animal centers, donations, & volunteer.

http://tiny.cc/malan-fire  

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December 23, 2024 21 mins

Take a holiday walk with host Bianca Lopez through the haunted (or should we say, cursed) history of Los Feliz. From the sordid story of the original Rancho Los Feliz, to the infamous Murder House, this episode will wind a tale of misfortune in one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Los Angeles.

Content warnings: this episode includes a depiction of violence, murder, suicide and spousal abuse.

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November 25, 2024 25 mins

The Culver Studios Mansion is a legend of both the silver screen and Culver City itself. Built by legendary producer Thomas Ince, the mansion has been home to several film companies, but does it also play host to the former owner's ghost? Join our host Bianca Lopez as she explores the history of Thomas Ince and his Culver Studios Mansion—and reveals the true crime story that might still be haunting it to this day.

 

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In this Bonus Story, we continue our exploration of the ghosts that haunt the Pantages with none other than the Aviator himself, Howard Hughes!

 

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FOLLOW THE HOST - Find Bianca on Instagram

Instagram: @biancaplopez

For more, check out @filmfrontierstudios on Instagram and Youtube.

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October 28, 2024 27 mins

The Pantages is a staple on Hollywood Boulevard. But who built this Hollywood landmark and what ghosts are lurking backstage to this day? Join host Bianca Lopez for the premiere episode of Tinseltown Ghost Stories: Ghosts of the Pantages. 

 

content warnings: this episode includes a depiction of sexual assault (beginning at 15:41)

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October 16, 2024 1 min

Coming soon! Tinseltown Ghost Stories is hosted by Bianca Lopez. With each episode, she will tell you a ghost story... But not just any ghost story; Tinseltown Ghost Stories will take you behind the scenes to the haunted backlots and bungalows, exploring the darker shadows cast by Hollywood’s bright lights, and the skeletons lurking in its ample closet space.

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