Episode 20 – Tourist Town

Welcome to Paranormal Nightshift, your go-to podcast for all things mysterious and otherworldly. In this episode, titled “The Tourist,” we venture into the eerie world of a night-shift retail store in Gatlinburg, drastically affected by the COVID pandemic.

As the town’s tourist activities halted, the main strip turned into an empty, desolate place. Little did the store owners know that their quiet store would soon become a hotspot for strange occurrences. From the moment COVID locked their doors, they started hearing mysterious sounds emanating from the store, as if a child was playing inside.

Initially, the owners dismissed these noises as mere tricks of the mind, but as days passed, the activity became more intense. Toys and rocks used in gem mining attractions would move on their own, and laughter of children filled the air. The bewildered couple even installed cameras to investigate, which captured the peculiar movements and disturbances happening in the store at night.

In an attempt to communicate with the unseen presence, they asked if anyone was there and if they had a name. They received no response until they noticed an overwhelming display of keychains with the name “Caitlyn” scattered throughout the store. They embraced this presence, treating her as a friendly spirit, and even left toys out for Caitlyn during the pandemic’s quiet days.

As the town reopened and life returned to normal, Caitlyn’s playful presence remained. A young boy playing with the rocks in the store unknowingly conversed with her, confirming that Caitlyn was still lingering. Intriguingly, a visiting medium captured a photograph of Caitlyn in the storefront, validating her existence beyond doubt.

Despite the enigma surrounding Caitlyn’s origins and her apparent attachment to the store, the owners cherish her presence and have embraced her as part of their lives. As they wonder about her past and wish to understand her circumstances, they believe that she means no harm and that the store is her safe haven.

So, join us on this captivating journey into the world of the paranormal as we explore the heartwarming and mysterious tale of Caitlyn, the beloved spirit of the nightshift retail store.