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Send us a textSome believe objects can be a vessel for the soul, from treasured possessions to sacred relics. But one stands above the rest. Because when you're gazing at it hanging there, it just might be looking back. Today, we're sharing stories about haunted paintings. 

Send us a textWhen it comes to cryptid lore, sometimes what's most terrifying isn't the alien–but the ALMOST human. Add in ghastly pallor, a skeletal frame and the ability to lurk undetected in the darkness and you've got the stuff of nightmares. Today, we're sharing stories about Pale Crawlers. 

Send us a Text Message.Those who venture into the wilderness often report a sense of being watched. A sudden chill. A feeling of dread, as though danger is following just behind. But for certain mountain travelers in Big Sur and remote Scotland, it's not just a feeling–it's knowing. Today, we're sharing stories about Dark Watchers and the Big Grey Man.

In the world of the paranormal, unexplained sightings–from UFOs and bigfoot to floating orbs–capture our collective imagination. But often, the real mystery lies in what we can't see. Today, we're sharing stories about sound anomalies. 

The visions that come to us in sleep show us many things. Our deepest longings, our greatest fears, the darkest secrets we keep even from ourselves. And sometimes? They show us the future. Today, we're sharing stories of precognitive dreams. 

The season of giving is here and as we all know, some gifts are a hit, some are a miss–but some are downright spooky. Today, welcome to our Shadowland haunted holiday gift guide. 

Whether you're hiking in the woods after sunset or driving a desolate road all alone, it's not just bears or creepy humans you need to be worried about. There could be stranger things lurking in the darkness. Today, we're sharing campfire stories about cryptids. 

They say the eyes are the windows to the soul. But for some, when you look in, all you see is darkness. Whether they take the form of children, the elderly or other creatures of the night, one thing's for certain–they're absolutely terrifying. Today, we're sharing stories of black-eyed entities. 

In our previous episode, we covered eyewitness accounts of a creature that defies explanation. Neither human nor insect, one thing is certain: it's not of this world. Today, in a special episode, we're talking to Paul Jacks about his encounter with the Mantis Man. 

When you're venturing into the woods, there are the dangers you look out for and others you never see coming. Because as you peer into the darkness, you never know what's looking back. Today, we're sharing stories about two creepy forest creatures you may have never heard of. 

We've all heard of mysterious creatures stalking the forest. But what about the things lurking in the tall grass–and the fascinating evidence they leave behind. Today, we're sharing stories about the Ohio Grassman. 

When someone goes missing, the case can be tough to solve. Sometimes it's deemed voluntary, sometimes accidental, sometimes foul play.  But once in a while, a vanishing seems to defy explanation–and might be out of this world. Today, we're sharing stories about mysterious disappearances tied to UFOs. 

When it comes to the world of the paranormal, many of us have a story or two. But for others, it's part of the story of their lives. Today, we're welcoming back special guest Mike Gabriel to talk psychic phenomena. And…our very own EVP.

Seeing lights in the sky is a shocking experience in and of itself. But imagine not just seeing a spaceship–but going inside. Today, we're sharing stories about close encounters of the fourth kind.

What happens when you have a profound experience that can't be explained? Do you take it as madness? As divine inspiration? Or do you spend the rest of your life trying to figure it out?  Today, we're sharing stories about the extraordinary visions of Philip K. Dick

When we think of spooky landscapes, it's usually a land of shadows. The thought of something lurking in darkness. But sometimes, the most terrifying things stalk in a stretch of endless white. Today, we're sharing stories of snowbound scaries. 

It's the shortest day of the year–and the longest night. Dark, cold and full of mystery, it's a time when the veil separating this world from the next is thinnest. And sometimes, the strangest things get through. Today, we're sharing stories for the winter solstice. 

Their work takes them into crowded cities, across state lines and over endless stretches of lonely highway. With so many hours on the open road, they see a lot of things–and some, they wish they hadn't. Today, we're sharing paranormal stories from truck drivers. 

They represent escape, relaxation, a respite for the weary traveler. They're a home away from home, however temporary. But it seems that some guests never check out. Today, we're sharing stories about haunted hotels. 

They're the granddaddy of ghost tales, conjuring up Victorian turrets, creaking doors and pale apparitions. But what is it like when you're a real resident? Today, we're sharing stories about haunted houses…with a very special guest. 

Camping season is here, inspiring us to gather around the fire to tell our most terrifying tales. But as the flames die down and we peer into the darkness, what if something out there's looking back? Today, we're sharing stories about haunted campgrounds. 

After a devastating tragedy, part of the healing process comes from talking about it. But what happens when you have nowhere to turn? Or if no one even knows you're there? Today, we're sharing stories about the Ishinomaki Ghost Sightings.

Concealed by blanketing mists and towering mountains, it's one of the last unexplored places on Earth. But within its mysterious beauty lies great danger–and maybe something sinister. Today, we're sharing stories about the Valley of Headless Men.

We typically think of it as a barren place of extreme temperatures and cratered landscapes–with only the blackness of space for a sky. But does it have anything to hide? And should we be scared? Today, we're sharing stories from the dark side of the moon.

It's an ancient and unbelievably dangerous vocation, beckoning workers to the undiscovered depths of our world. But in their digging, do they ever unearth things they can't explain? Today, we're sharing stories about miners and the darkness below. 

When we think of alien encounters, it's usually the chance sightings, surprise visitations, terrifying abductions. But there are people who actually made the first move–and invited alien contact. Today, we're sharing stories about Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind. 

Despite their mysterious or even terrifying appearance, cryptids are often described in familiar terms. Some look like enormous wolves, some look like hairy ape men, others look like insects–and a few look like…walking pants. Today, we're sharing stories about the Fresno Nightcrawlers. 

Of all the questions in life, one looms eternally large: what happens when we die? Does it all fade to black? Or is there reason to believe death isn't the end? Today, we're hearing about Near Death Experiences from one of the world's leading experts, Dr. Jeffrey Long.

As if a close encounter isn't strange enough, the eerie visits from black-suited individuals–or entities–that follow them can be even stranger. And sometimes? They're downright terrifying. Today, we're sharing stories about the Men In Black. 

To true believers, they're acts of God. To skeptics, they're something science just hasn't gotten around to explaining yet. And they range from small yet meaningful to life-changing. Today for this holiday special, we're sharing stories about miracles. 

The line between our inner and outer worlds is never more blurry than in childhood. But are the things we dream up ever more than make believe? And if so, should we be afraid? Today, we're sharing stories about real imaginary friends. 

Some people view them as harmless party games--for others they're potential portals to the underworld. But whether you believe in their powers or not, there's good reason to believe bad things can happen around them. Today, we're sharing stories about ouija board mishaps. 

They're on the front lines of tragedy, trauma and death, bringing people back from the brink or bearing witness to their final moments. Being so close to the veil, it only makes sense that they'd have more than their share of chilling--and even terrifying--encounters. Today, we're sharing true paranormal stories from medical workers, police and first responders. 

Whether they're portrayed as debonair seducers or hideous and unholy monsters, the idea of immortal creatures that feast on the blood of the living dates back centuries. Their stories have inspired works of art from literature to film. But do they only exist in fiction--or are the undead very much alive? Today, we're sharing stories about vampires. 

In Native American legends, sinister creatures stalk the dark wilderness, taking the form of predatory beasts--or even the faces of people you love. But could this terrifying lore be more than skin-deep? Today, we're sharing stories about skinwalkers. 

From Dr. Frankenstein's unholy experiments to Doc's flux capacitor in Back to the Future, we've long been exposed to art and pop culture fantasies of what might be possible if we harnessed the power of lightning. It turns out, there are some who claim that one dark and stormy night changed the way they see the world forever. Today, we're sharing stories about lightning strike psychics. 

Whether they're terrorizing William Shatner at 20,000 feet or stealing midnight snacks and multiplying into tiny terrors, tales of these mischievous creatures have captured our imagination for the last half century. And apparently, they may have a presence that goes beyond our screens. Today, we're sharing stories about real life gremlins. 

Campfire tales usually share a few key ingredients: eerie nightfall, an unsuspecting victim or two, a sinister predator stalking in the darkness. But are any of these legends more fact than fiction? And if so, what might be lurking beyond the light of our flickering flames? Today, for our 50th episode, we're sharing campfire stories. 

The call of the wild is more than a Jack London title. It's a state of mind--that irresistible lure to venture into the woods and explore its beauty, mystery and adventure. But what if the call is an actual voice--maybe one that's familiar? And what danger waits just beyond the tree line? Today, we're sharing stories about forest mimics. 

Those of us who've hiked, explored or lived in wild places often describe the feeling that we're not alone. But it's not animals, other humans or even monsters that might be watching--according to some, the hills really do have eyes. Today, we're sharing stories about land spirits. 

When we think of angelic beings, we often conjure images straight out of classical art:  flowing robes, shining haloes and those proverbial golden harps in the clouds. But is the truth closer to earth--and our everyday lives? Today, we’re sharing stories about guardian angels. 

From underground lairs and dusty crawlspaces to dark basement stairways you can’t help but sprint up or those eerie sounds coming from inside the walls, there’s something both unnerving and irresistible about what’s concealed. And sometimes, we can’t help but stumble across it. Today, we’re sharing stories about hidden places. 

We’ve all heard of spirits who return with messages for the living. But what happens when the message is more of a crime tip--maybe even for their own murder? Today, we’re sharing stories about ghosts who solved crimes.

For centuries, the ocean depths have captured our imagination like a siren song, leaving us both fascinated--and terrified. But just what might be waiting beneath the waves? Today, we’re sharing stories about deep sea mysteries.  

When a loved one passes, it feels like we should still be able to pick up the phone and hear their voice. But, incredibly, many people have claimed to have done just that--whether by phone, tape recorder, TV or even text. Today, we’re sharing stories about communication with the afterlife, from phantom phone calls to eerie EVPs.

From the world beyond Jack’s magical beanstalk to mythical warriors of old, humankind has always loved stories of beings that are larger than life. But is there any evidence that these tales could be more than tall ones? Today, we’re sharing stories about giants.

The most haunted places aren’t always drafty Victorian mansions, crumbling abbey ruins or ancient stone castles. It turns out some ghosts are attracted to chains of the stripmall kind--and you may want to think twice about working the late shift. Today, we’re sharing stories about haunted franchises.

Kris Kringle. Saint Nick. Father Christmas. He’s a legend beloved by children around the world for his kindness, jolly temperament and toy-laden sack. But there’s a darker side to Santa Claus lore--and there are a few of us who’ve seen it. Today, we’re sharing stories about scary Santas.

Most of us think of them as the stuff of fairy tales and holiday lore. Tiny creatures hammering away on toys and maybe doing a solid for overworked cobblers or else the ethereal beauties in a Tolkein novel. But there are more than a few people who think elves are not only real--they might be closer than you think.

Military personnel are trained to follow orders and when it comes to problem-solving, they take a straightforward route. But what happens when something inexplicable--or otherworldly--crosses their path? Today, we’re sharing stories of military encounters with aliens.

We like to believe in a clear line that separates humankind from other creatures. Whether it’s our intellect, our capacity for empathy or even our eternal soul, we see ourselves as unique among species. But are animals smarter than we think? And is that separating line much blurrier than we can imagine? Today, we’re sharing stories about animal intelligence.