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The Mothball Prophecies is a podcast that looks at strange, mysterious, and paranormal events from the past as seen through a modern lens. While we cover a wide range of topics, our focus is on New Orleans and Louisiana. Support this podcast: https://anch


    • Nov 1, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    Episode 27: Mothballoween 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2021 59:07


    In this episode, we take a rather academic look at the roots of our fears while we inundate you with amazing stories and songs from some of the best artists you could ever hope to encounter! As always, transcripts are available upon request. Show Notes: Randy “Trog” Michaud: https://www.stonegrooverecords.net/ https://www.stonegrooverecords.net/stone-groove-radio https://stonegrooverecords.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/174017299385267 Beth Patterson: https://bethpattersonmusic.com/ https://bethpatterson.bandcamp.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Beth-W-Patterson/e/B00XIJAXTI https://www.thefump.com/music/song/hurrisplain Palace of Tears: https://thepalaceoftears.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/thepalaceoftears https://www.thepalaceoftears.com/ Tomb of Nick Cage: https://thetombofnickcage.bandcamp.com/ https://thetombofnickcage.com/ https://www.facebook.com/talesfromthetomb Ryan McKern: bandcamp.com/ryanmckern reverbnation.com/ryanmckern Soundcloud.com/ryanmckern https://deathrootssyndicate.bandcamp.com/album/the-stillwater-sessions https://www.youtube.com/user/ryanmckern Clint Maedgen: https://www.cmradiotv.com/ https://clintmaedgen.bandcamp.com/ https://www.patreon.com/clintmaedgen Kym Trailz and the TONCWave: www.toncwave.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toncwave Twitter: https://twitter.com/toncwave Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toncwave/ Grief Leech: https://www.bandlab.com/user7148097603360168 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 26: The Ummo - Ummogummo

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2021 44:03


    In this episode, we go over the twisted tale of the Ummo – extraterrestrial visitors who brought disclosure, conspiracies, and long phone calls. Show Notes: Email: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com https://www.mondenouveau.fr/presence-extraterrestre-ummo-une-imposture-ou-pas/ https://web.archive.org/web/20110606092247/http://www.forteantimes.com/features/articles/267/ummos_children.html --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 25: The Ferrous Fae-talities

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2021 21:04


    In this episode, we take a look at iron and why magical creatures (such as fairies) despise it. Show Notes Email: mothall@crescentcitymedia.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Tales from the Tomb: https://www.facebook.com/talesfromthetomb Tomb of Nick Cage: https://thetombofnickcage.com/ Beth Patterson: https://bethpattersonmusic.com/books/ https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/entity/author/B00XIJAXTI(This is not an exhaustive list.) Reference Sources for this Podcast: The Secret Commonwealth of Elves, Fauns, and Fairies – Rev. Robert Kirk https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08T7W4555/ Passport to Magonia: From Folklore to Flying Saucers – Jacques Vallee https://www.amazon.com/Passport-Magonia-Folklore-Flying-Saucers-ebook/dp/B00TU7V0XA The Fairy Faith of the Celtic Countries – W.Y. Evans-Wentz https://www.amazon.com/Fairy-Faith-Celtic-Countries-Illustrations-ebook/dp/B08XM1WYK2 The Magical Power of Blacksmiths and Their Enduring Stories – Remy Dean http://folklorethursday.com/?p=3229 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 24: Stepping into a Larger World

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2021 24:19


    In this episode, we take a look at a modern conspiracy theory about our planet, why it's bigger than you think, and why you - yes YOU - are being kept in the dark about it. Send your conspiracy theories to: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com (You might just win something if yours makes its way into an episode.) Show Notes: https://www.academia.edu/33326937/The_Earth_isnt_flat_but_much_bigger_than_we_are_told_update_04_06_17_ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 23 - The War on Christmas: Putting the Fun Back in Fungus

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2020 30:42


    In this episode, we take a look at how Christianity may have evolved from a mushroom-eating fertility cult. Show Notes: https://www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies mothball@crescentcitymedia.com The Sacred Mushroom and the Cross – John M. Allegro The End of the Road – John M. Allegro The Holy Mushroom: Evidence of Mushrooms in Judeo-Christianity – Jan Irvin Ken's Guide to the Bible – Ken Smith, B.A. Entheogens in Christian Art (Abstract) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 022 - Strange Things I May Have Seen

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 16:07


    In the second installment of "Strange Things I May Have Seen," I look at an incident involving a strange creature and multiple witnesses in rural NY. Email: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 021 - Mothballoween 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2020 109:51


    Today is the first Mothballoween Celebration, filled with creepy tales and music to make you question reality and the safety of your own mind. Congratulations to our winners, Gilbert Jagot (“Alfred”), Beth Patterson (“Nackschmerzen”), and Randy Michaud (“The Succubus Cycle”)! Show Notes: Randy “Trog” Michaud: Musician Page: https://www.facebook.com/RandyTrogMichaud/ Troglodyte Dawn: https://troglodytedawn.bandcamp.com/ Stone Groove Records: https://stonegrooverecords.bandcamp.com/ Beth Patterson: Musician Page: https://www.facebook.com/bethodist/ Music: https://bethpatterson.bandcamp.com/ http://bethpattersonmusic.com/ Author Interview: https://michaelaventrella.com/2019/12/21/interview-with-author-beth-w-patterson/ Author Page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/entity/author/B00XIJAXTI Mothball Prophecies Email: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 020 - That Time I Met James Randi

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2020 13:28


    In this short and casual episode, I recount my time at The Amazing Meeting 8 and my conversation with James Randi. (I also share some opinions). Show Notes: https://groupthink.kinja.com/update-james-randi-d-j-grothe-named-in-atheist-sexis-1061925771 https://skepchick.org/2012/06/why-i-wont-be-at-tam-this-year/ https://the-orbit.net/entequilaesverdad/2014/09/15/so-much-wrong-james-randis-rape-culture-remarks/ https://www.theatlantic.com/national/archive/2011/07/richard-dawkins-draws-feminist-wrath-over-sexual-harassment-comments/352530/ https://qz.com/613270/brazen-sexism-is-pushing-women-out-of-americas-atheism-movement/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 019 - Donald Shrum and the Tree of Strife

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 30:28


    In this episode, we take a look at a terrifying UFO encounter centered around one Donald Shrum, in 1964. Show Notes: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Email: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com Mothballoween Contest: http://crescentcitymedia.com/mothballoween-giveaway-contest Escape from the Secret Lab --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 018 Casual Conspiracies: Why Are UFOs?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 10:13


    UFO sightings are on the rise this year, but why? Is an invasion imminent, or is it something else? Show Notes: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Email: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com Mothballoween Contest: http://crescentcitymedia.com/mothballoween-giveaway-contest --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 017 Dr. Mary Part 2: How Green Was My Monkey

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 41:49


    In this episode, we wrap up the mysterious case of Dr. Mary Sherman and look at how the consequences of a politically-motivated lab experiment in New Orleans may have led to a global pandemic. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Email: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/MothballShow Mothballoween Contest: http://crescentcitymedia.com/mothballoween-giveaway-contest Music you should buy on Bandcamp on the first Friday of the month: Beth Patterson: https://bethpatterson.bandcamp.com/ Tomb of Nick Cage: https://thetombofnickcage.bandcamp.com/ The Green Demons: https://thegreendemons.bandcamp.com/ The Consortium of Genius (C.O.G.): https://consortiumofgenius.bandcamp.com/ Stone Groove Records: https://stonegrooverecords.bandcamp.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 016 Casual Conspiracies: Of UFOs and Horses

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 17:07


    In this, our first casual episode, we go over some news stories about UFOs and horse mutilations. I also give more details about the Mothballoween Contest. Show Notes: Email: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Escape from the Secret Lab: http://www.escapefromthesecretlab.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 015 Doctor Mary's Murder Part 1: JFK Adjacent

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 29:28


    In this, our first episode of the series on Dr. Mary Sherman, we explore the events surrounding her murder and how they are linked to the JFK assassination. Also, I'm running a Halloween story contest so our listeners can win some sweet Mothball Prophecies merchandise! Show Notes: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Email: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com Escape from the Secret Lab: escapefromthesecretlab.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 014 The Ursuline Nuns Part II: Worse Things Than Vampires

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 24:36


    In this episode, we wrap up the story of the Ursuline Nuns of New Orleans and go over some major changes for the podcast. Show Notes: Masterless Mistresses: https://www.amazon.com/Masterless-Mistresses-Ursulines-Development-University/dp/0807858226 Escape from the Secret Lab: http://www.escapefromthesecretlab.com/ Email: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 004 The Axeman Part III: Going West!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2020 20:57


    In our final installment on the Axeman, we look at his murders after his cooling off period, an alleged German spy, and what ultimately happened to the killer. Show notes: Facebook: www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Twitter: twitter.com/MothballShow The Tomb of Nick Cage: thetombofnickcage.com/ thetombofnickcage.bandcamp.com/ www.facebook.com/pg/thetombofnickcage The Axeman of New Orleans: www.amazon.com/Axeman-New-Orlean…ook/dp/B01M06SMW7 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 003 The Axeman Part II: 30 Hours to Die

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2020 19:29


    In our second part of our series on The Axeman, we take a look at possible motives for the killings, the state of forensics in 1911, and the Axeman's third set of victims. Facebook: facebook.com/MothballProphecies Twitter: @MothballShow E-mail: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com The Axeman of New Orleans: The True Story: www.amazon.com/Axeman-New-Orlean…ory/dp/161374868X Bertillonage: cultureandcommunication.org/deadmedia/i…llon_System Viral Music – Because Kindness Is Contagious: www.facebook.com/groups/622864291902580 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 002 The Axeman Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2020 14:25


    In this, the first episode of a multi-part series, we explore the legend of The Axeman of New Orleans, and his earliest attacks. Show Notes: Site: CrescentCityMedia.com Facebook: facebook.com/MothballProphecies Twitter: @MothballShow E-mail: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com The Axeman of New Orleans: The True Story: www.amazon.com/Axeman-New-Orlean…ory/dp/161374868X --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 013 The Ursuline Nuns Part 1: Vampires for Christ

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2020 17:43


    In this episode, we discuss the legends of Vampires in New Orleans and their mysterious connection with the Ursuline Nuns. Show Notes: Facebook: www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Twitter: twitter.com/MothballShow Vampire Street Theatre & Ghost Tours: www.lordchaz.com/ Masterless Mistresses: www.amazon.com/Masterless-Mistre…ook/dp/B00OJHSM1E Escape from the Secret Lab: www.escapefromthesecretlab.com youtu.be/3mt89wf-yDg Tomb of Nick Cage: www.tombofnickcage.com Background Effects: www.freesfx.co.uk/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 012 Shreveport UFO Shenanigans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2020 25:34


    In this episode, we look at a curious UFO report from Shreveport Louisiana in the 1940s, the US government's involvement with UFOs, and the conspiracies that have been spun about the great extraterrestrial cover-up. Show Notes: Facebook: www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Email: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com Twitter: twitter.com/mothballshow www.crescentcitymedia.com Shreveport, LA Report: www.noufors.com/Documents/Blue%20…ort-Louisiana.pdf Audio clip from "UFOs Are Real" (1979) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 011 Weird Things I May Have Experienced: 1996 Copake, NY

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2020 22:23


    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 011 Weird Things I May Have Experienced: 1996 Copake, NY In this episode, I take a look back at one of the many weird things I've experienced firsthand, and try to play the age-old game of aliens or brain glitches? SHOW NOTES: Facebook: www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Twitter: twitter.com/MothballShow Email: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com Hyperspace by Michio Kaku: www.amazon.com/Hyperspace-Scient…ion/dp/0385477058 Saucer Wisdom by Rudy Rucker: www.amazon.com/Saucer-Wisdom-Rud…ker/dp/0312868847 PodcastAliensPersonal ExperienceskepticUFO --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 010 Carl Higdon: 163,000 Light Miles from Earth!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 42:49


    In this episode, we dive into Carl Higdon's strange encounter with a being named Auzzo One. Facebook: www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Twitter: twitter.com/MothballShow www.crescentcitymedia.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 009 St. Germain: Gump Everlasting

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 33:01


    In this episode, we dive into the life (or lives) of Comte de St. Germain, a mysterious and immortal figure who may have been an Atlantean wizard, a vampire, or just a figment of the imagination. Show Notes: Facebook: www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Twitter: twitter.com/MothballShow The Secret of Kings: www.amazon.com/COMTE-ST-GERMAIN-…ook/dp/B01KY5H52G When Prophecy Fails: www.amazon.com/Leon-Festinger-ebook/dp/B071VMQPYM/ Merch: www.teepublic.com/en-gb/t-shirt/97…?store_id=338260 Harpsichord Music: Music: Chaconne in The French Style / Harpsichord - 2nd Ver. by Michał Jałochowski Source: www.jamendo.com/track/1592197 License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Get music free for a link from starfrosch.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 008 - The Honey Island Swamp Monster

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 19:39


    Happy Paranormal Day! I would be remiss if I didn't record an episode today, so join me as we explore the legend of the Honey Island Swamp Monster! Email: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Twitter: twitter.com/mothballshow Merchandise: www.teepublic.com/user/crescent-city-media --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Story Time - You Know What Stuart? I Like You!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2020 17:59


    SHOW NOTES: Parannoya https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php… Beth Patterson: http://bethpattersonmusic.com/ https://bethpatterson.bandcamp.com/ How the Anti-Vaccine Community Is Responding to COVID-19: https://arstechnica.com/…/how-the-anti-vaccine-community-i…/ NYC Poison Control Sees Uptick in Lysol, Bleach Exposures after Trump's Comment on Disinfectants: https://abc7ny.com/lysol-bleach-president-trump-nyc-heal…/…/ Alternative 3: http://hoaxes.org/archive/permalink/alternative3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gmNFzBVKqyE --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 007 Grunch Road: A Descendant Testicle

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 22:06


    In this episode, we go back to New Orleans to look at the legendary Grunch Road, and toss around some thoughts about the modern urban monomyth. Show Notes: Facebook: www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Twitter: twitter.com/MothballShow Email: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com The Tomb of Nick Cage: thetombofnickcagecom.bandzoogle.com/home www.facebook.com/thetombofnickcage/ thetombofnickcage.bandcamp.com/ A Night in New Orleans: Bizarre Beats from the Big Easy: www.amazon.com/Night-New-Orleans…ook/dp/B06XFJLJGJ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies EP006 Pascagoula Part 2: The Voices!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2020 24:13


    In this episode, we look at Charles Hickson and his further encounters with aliens, space ships, and strange voices. Facebook: www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies Twitter: twitter.com/MothballShow --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 005 Pascagoula Part 1: The Fisherman's Tale

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2020 34:28


    In this episode, we're going back to 1973 to explore the mysterious alien abduction case of Charles Hickson and Calvin Parker in Pascagoula, Mississippi. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

    The Mothball Prophecies Episode 001 The Rougarou

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2020 18:41


    In our very first episode, we take a look at the legendary Rougarou of Louisiana, its ties to European werewolves, and how it fits in with Catholic mythology. Notes: Across the Universe: www.amazon.com/Across-Universe-T…les/dp/1515423956 bethpattersonmusic.com/ Rougarou – The Tomb of Nick Cage: youtu.be/8sHpFOwsXZQ Gwyndyn T. Alexander: www.amazon.com/Gwyndyn-T-Alexander/e/B00N7BMYGC Email: mothball@crescentcitymedia.com Follow us on social media: Facebook: www.facebook.com/MothballProphecies www.facebook.com/CrescentCityMedia Twitter: twitter.com/media_crescent twitter.com/mothballshow --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mothball-prophecies/support

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