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A bizarre sacrificial ritual was carried out at CERN. Was it just a clever nod to their own lore or something far more sinister?
Send us a message!From the forests of Denmark to the volcanoes of Chile, cryptids are everywhere. Cultures across the world create creatures to explain the unexplainable. Music is by Alexander Nakarada.Support the show
Content Creator and Podcaster Jimmy Toungate joins the SE Crew to talk Bigfoot in the PNW, his experiences, and more. Check out The Offroad X-Files!PLEASE LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE, AND REVIEW ON ALL PLATFORMS: YouTube, Facebook, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, or wherever you listen!GET YOUR SASQUATCH EXPERIENCE GEAR FROM THE SQUATCH PRO STORE!Sean Forker hosts SASQUATCH EXPERIENCE, which also features Matt Arner, James Baker, Vance Nesbitt, and Henry May.Creative Consultants: Matt Knapp (Bigfoot Crossroads) & Les Sincavage (Xplorers: Seekers of the Truth). Show Executive Producer: Brian CorbinSpecial Thanks to all our Patreons:The Experiencers: Jeffreylee Matthis, Got Knockers!, Larry Sharpe, Scott Dieterele, & Tom MihokTrackcasters: Cindy BrewerThe Hollers: Gail Frederick, David Hickernell, Bryley Hull, Matt Arner, Laurie Nelson, & Lori WorthingtonWithout their support, this show would not be possible. For as little as $2 per month, please consider becoming one of our supporters on PATREON.Our show intro music, “Epic Action Trailer” by Roman Senyk Music, is licensed to us for commercial use. “9-11 Bigfoot Call” is also used under Fair Use. Sean Forker and Gabriel Forker are credited with the intro and exit voiceover work. Sasquatch Experience Trailer music, “It's in the Fog” by Darren Curtis, is used with permission and attribution. If you'd like to hear a particular topic or guest, EMAIL US! Check us out:Facebook | X | Instagram | SasquatchExperience.comSasquatch Experience by Sean Forker, James Baker, Vance Nesbitt, Matt Arner, and Henry May is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.Based on a work at https://www.spreaker.com/show/sasquatch-experience.Permissions beyond the scope of this license may be available at https://www.sasquatchexperience.com/permission.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-experience--4208641/support.
Flat Rockland (AKA Matt Aukland) is a good friend of Talking Weird and the Untold Radio Network. In this episode, he visits the show to chat about strange and anomalous encounters in his home state of Washington: from Sasquatch to UFOs, and more!This is a fun and fast moving conversation that you do not want to miss!
Natty and her guest dive into the legend of the Beast of Bodmin Moor, a supposed ghost cat haunting the UK. They discuss various theories, from escaped circus pumas to the idea of the cat being a psychopomp guiding souls. With numerous sightings but no solid evidence, the mystery of the Beast continues to baffle and intrigue.Click here for merch sites, patreon site, website, to donate, and join me on social media!Guest Links:Click here for OUCH! Was that a ghost? LinksBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cryptids-creeps-and-conspiracy-podcast--6041412/support.
Andy Thomas with advice for those having strange experiences._________Andy Thomas returns to All Things Unexplained to discuss his new book, STRANGE: PARANORMAL REALITIES IN THE EVERYDAY WORLD. Are paranormal experiences isolated events or subtle occurrences woven into the fabric of daily life? Get ready for encounters with ghosts, UFOs, near-death experiences, psychic phenomena, and other bizarre happenings. ABOUT ANDY: Andy Thomas is one of the UK's leading researchers into unexplained mysteries and conspiracy theories. He is the author of several acclaimed books, including Conspiracies, The Truth Agenda, and his latest work, STRANGE: Paranormal Realities in the Everyday World. Known for his accessible and balanced approach, Andy explores topics ranging from ghosts and UFOs to political cover-ups and historical anomalies. He is also a popular speaker, having appeared on major platforms such as BBC, History Channel, and Coast to Coast AM, and regularly presents at conferences across the globe.
Hey there friends and weirdos! This week friend of the show KT joins Nile and Kyle to discuss the so-called Cosmick Traveler, Dirk Gillabel. Who is Mr. Gillabel and how do the planet-corresponding metals of his secret bowls heal you after a long day of work? What kinds of Tarot has Gillabel co-created with his wife? What other spiritual and mystical business ventures has he branched out into and are they available for purchase? We discuss all this and much more!
Note: there are some glitchy technical difficulties in the middle of the video. Thank you for your patience.Andy Thomas returns to All Things Unexplained to discuss his new book, STRANGE: PARANORMAL REALITIES IN THE EVERYDAY WORLD. Are paranormal experiences isolated events or subtle occurrences woven into the fabric of daily life? Get ready for encounters with ghosts, UFOs, near-death experiences, psychic phenomena, and other bizarre happenings. ABOUT ANDY: Andy Thomas is one of the UK's leading researchers into unexplained mysteries and conspiracy theories. He is the author of several acclaimed books, including Conspiracies, The Truth Agenda, and his latest work, STRANGE: Paranormal Realities in the Everyday World. Known for his accessible and balanced approach, Andy explores topics ranging from ghosts and UFOs to political cover-ups and historical anomalies. He is also a popular speaker, having appeared on major platforms such as BBC, History Channel, and Coast to Coast AM, and regularly presents at conferences across the globe.
A London man named Tony finds himself transported back in time._________Andy Thomas returns to All Things Unexplained to discuss his new book, STRANGE: PARANORMAL REALITIES IN THE EVERYDAY WORLD. Are paranormal experiences isolated events or subtle occurrences woven into the fabric of daily life? Get ready for encounters with ghosts, UFOs, near-death experiences, psychic phenomena, and other bizarre happenings. ABOUT ANDY: Andy Thomas is one of the UK's leading researchers into unexplained mysteries and conspiracy theories. He is the author of several acclaimed books, including Conspiracies, The Truth Agenda, and his latest work, STRANGE: Paranormal Realities in the Everyday World. Known for his accessible and balanced approach, Andy explores topics ranging from ghosts and UFOs to political cover-ups and historical anomalies. He is also a popular speaker, having appeared on major platforms such as BBC, History Channel, and Coast to Coast AM, and regularly presents at conferences across the globe.
For three centuries, something with leathery wings, glowing eyes, and an unholy scream has stalked the Pine Barrens of New Jersey — and the terrifying encounters continue to this day.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateTake the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast: https://weirddarkness.com/surveyIN THIS EPISODE: Without a doubt, New Jersey's oldest, most enduring, and important pieces of folklore is the tale of the infamous Jersey Devil. For three hundred years Jerseyans have told tales of this mythical beast that stalks the Pine Barrens and terrorizes local residents… but is it merely legend, or could there truly be some kind of real creature that fits the horrifying description? ABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…PHOTO: Jersey Devil snapshot taken by Dave Black from NJ.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3sv4wwy4BOOK: “Monsters of New Jersey – Mysterious Creatures in the Garden State” by Loren Coleman: https://amzn.to/47t51YI“Legends Of The Jersey Devil” by Marcus Lowth for UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc2jm47w; and Mark and Mark for Weird New Jersey: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4v9fr7ka=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: August 09, 2023NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice.EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/JerseyDevilDocumentary#JerseyDevil #PineBarrens #NewJerseyCryptid #JerseyDevilSightings #Cryptozoology #PineBarrensMonster #AmericanMonsters #CryptidSightings #NewJerseyFolklore #JerseyDevilEncounters #LeedsDevil #MotherLeeds #JerseyDevil1909 #PineBarrensCreature #JerseyDevilEvidence #CryptidDocumentary #NewJerseyLegends #JerseyDevilHistory #PineBarrensMystery #AmericanCryptids #JerseyDevilTrueStory #NewJerseyParanormal #LeedsPoint #JerseyDevilFootprints #PineBarrensHaunting #CryptidEncounters #NewJerseyMonster #JerseyDevilPhotos #WhartonStateForest #AmericanFolklore #JerseyDevilScreams #PineBarrensLegends #NewJerseyUrbanLegends #CryptidHunting #JerseyDevilAttacks
The Wall Street Journal and New York Post have both ran eerily timed stories on UFO disinformation by the military. However, do their unsubstantiated claims amount to media disinformation about UFO disinformation?
Could ghost encounters be correlated with planetary cycles?Andy Thomas returns to All Things Unexplained to discuss his new book, STRANGE: PARANORMAL REALITIES IN THE EVERYDAY WORLD. Are paranormal experiences isolated events or subtle occurrences woven into the fabric of daily life? Get ready for encounters with ghosts, UFOs, near-death experiences, psychic phenomena, and other bizarre happenings. ABOUT ANDY: Andy Thomas is one of the UK's leading researchers into unexplained mysteries and conspiracy theories. He is the author of several acclaimed books, including Conspiracies, The Truth Agenda, and his latest work, STRANGE: Paranormal Realities in the Everyday World. Known for his accessible and balanced approach, Andy explores topics ranging from ghosts and UFOs to political cover-ups and historical anomalies. He is also a popular speaker, having appeared on major platforms such as BBC, History Channel, and Coast to Coast AM, and regularly presents at conferences across the globe.
In this episode, Brian welcomes guests Jim Peters and Joe Jenkins from Illinois, who share their remarkable encounters and experiences hiking in the Shawnee National Forest. Retired law enforcement officers, Jim and Joe recount a series of mysterious events, including strange buzzing sounds, unexplained lights, large whooping noises, and sightings of what they believe to be Bigfoot.They discuss their transition from skeptics to believers over twelve years of research, gathering compelling audio, photos, and physical evidence. The conversation also touches on tree structures, feelings of foreboding, and a broader discussion on the nature of these phenomena, weighing the possibilities of flesh and blood creatures versus more paranormal explanations.This episode offers an intriguing look into the world of Bigfoot research and the high strangeness encountered by seasoned investigators.Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Untold Radio AM00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:37 Early Adventures and Unexpected Encounters 02:00 The Mysterious Buzzing Sound 05:10 Strange Lights in the Night 07:08 The First Howl and Bigfoot Realization 13:53 Ongoing Research and Strange Experiences 26:17 A Sheriff's Encounter with the Unknown 29:12 Gorilla or Bigfoot? 30:30 A Mysterious Encounter in the Timber 34:21 The Giant Nest Discovery 39:28 Tree Structures and Wood Knocks 44:04 Flesh and Blood vs. High Strangeness 50:00 Sharing Experiences and Final ThoughtsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.
Welcome to Paranormal Spectrum, where we illuminate the enigmatic corners of the supernatural world. I'm your host, Barnaby Jones, and today we have a very special guest joining us:Shetan Noir is the current owner of Squatch GQ magazine llc and also a Michigan based Author and paranormal travel Journalist. She also teaches courses on the paranormal history of the great lakes and cryptozoology of North America at Owens community college and Kellogg community College. Shetan also teaches classes for University Magikus that is co-owned by Patti Negri.Shetan has written several books on cryptozoology and is working on more upcoming book projects. Her current book is The Hounds tooth cookbook, Bone Arfp'etit! The marvelous misadventures of teagun gray (Teagun gray meets bigfoot) Shetan has also written Flying creatures of the Midwest, Beyond mothman! In 2018, she wrote Lake monsters and odd creatures of the great lakes.She is the active managing head writer and owner of *Squatch GQ magazine, *Cryptozoology Digest magazine, *Into the Liminal Abyss paranormal magazine (Paranormal, ufology, high strangeness), *Dinosauria and prehistoric creatures magazine, *Rockhound and prospector magazine. Shetan has been a contributing writer in the past to Supernatural magazine. She specializes in paranormal travel destinations and legend trip investigations.Shetan Noir is also a cryptozoology researcher and has spent 25 years researching the Paranormal and Cryptozoology fields. Her fascination began with lake monsters at an early age when she first learned about the Loch Ness monster, then hearing reports of lake monsters in her own state of Michigan. Her research has since grown to include Michigan's own Dogman and Nain Rouge, Bigfoot and ghost hunting. Shetan Noir is currently the lead investigator for the Michigan chapter of the North American Dogman Project, and also runs the paranormal investigation team of Michigan center for unexplained events and phenomenon.Shetan noir has been on many expeditions for cryptozoology in Michigan, Pennsylvania Minnesota, Ohio, Vermont, New York, Tennessee, North Carolina, Shetan has also done paranormal investigations at Randolph county insane asylum, Detroits 6th precinct, Graestone Manor, Historic Hoover house, Gettysburg, Historic Scott county jail.Sasquatch GQ Magazinehttps://www.amazon.com/stores/Squatch-GQ-magazine-LLC/author/B0BNWHN44J?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=60cf4b1e-fed6-4f98-b7f2-2a0845803b08Shetan on Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/stores/Shetan-Noir/author/B00BBO6VJI?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1742744241&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=348559f7-778f-4c73-af10-2c3d2332e6d3Click that play button, and let's unravel the mysteries of the UNTOLD! Remember to like, share, and subscribe to our channel to stay updated on all the latest discoveries and adventures. See you there!Join Barnaby Jones on the Paranormal Spectrum every Thursday on the Untold Radio Network Live at 12pm Central – 10am Pacific and 1pm Eastern. Come and Join the live discussion next week. Please subscribe.We have twelve different Professional Podcasts on all the things you like. New favorite shows drop each day only on the UNTOLD RADIO NETWORK.To find out more about Barnaby Jones and his team, (Cryptids, Anomalies, and the Paranormal Society) visit their website www.WisconsinCAPS.comMake sure you share and Subscribe to the CAPS YouTube Channel as wellhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs7ifB9Ur7x2C3VqTzVmjNQ
Livestock found drained of blood. Puncture wounds with no clear cause.In this chapter, we investigate the 'Chupacabra', one of the most infamous cryptids in modern folklore. However, beneath the sensational headlines and pop culture portrayals lies an origin story rooted in real fear. From rural Puerto Rican farms to dusty Texas backroads, we trace the legend's spread, dissect the eyewitness accounts, and explore how one woman's sci-fi obsession may have helped shape the creature's image.Is the Chupacabra a blood-sucking predator, a misidentified animal, or something else entirely? Let's find out...Text Me (this is 3rd party & I cannot respond, but I see all messages)Support the showIf you have more information or a correction on something mentioned in this chapter, email us at luke@lukemordue.com. For more information on the show, to find all our social accounts and to ensure you are up to date on all we do, visit www.lukemordue.com/podcast
Aleksandar Petakov is a documentary filmmaker, outdoorsman and avid adventurer constantly searching for the unknown. https://linktr.ee/AleksPetakovTraveling across North America and the world, Aleksandar has looked into various mysteries including Cryptozoological creatures like Sasquatch, the Loch Ness Monster, the Lake Champlain Monster, Mystery Big Cats and bizarre phenomenon and mysterious places like the Bridgewater Triangle and more. He is a Small Town Monsters crew member and has created various documentaries, and docu-series about these mystery topics, most notably of which is “Bigfoot: Beyond the Trail”, which has amassed over 20 million collective views on YouTube.Aleksandar returns to Talking Weird to chat about some of his most recent productions, including STRANGE PLACES: BIGFOOT BEYOND THE PINES. And he addresses the question: What really haunts New Jersey's Pine Barrens, the Jersey Devil, or Bigfoot?Watch that fantastic episode of STRANGE PLACES here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbf-eGnbygEThis is an enthralling and insightful show that you do not want to miss!
In one of the most lush, diverse places on Earth- the African Congo Basin is one of the only locations that survived the last ice age and could potentially have surviving dinosaurs! Countless of expeditions have uncovered evidence and the natives are full of stories about sightings, and even killing one of these creatures. But. could it be real? Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crimesandcannapod/ Send us True Crime updates: https://twitter.com/CrimesnCannabis Join the discussion on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crimesandcannapod/ Listen ad free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/crimesandcannabis For case suggestions of feedback: crimesncannabis@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------Sources:https://thedailyjournalist.com/the-historian/history-of-mokele-mbembe-and-expeditions-to-africa/ https://wellcomecollection.org/works/nag9qscw https://iiif.wellcomecollection.org/pdf/b33008681 https://www.jasoncolavito.com/blog/a-french-missionarys-eighteenth-century-account-of-mokele-mbembe https://www.jasoncolavito.com/blog/a-dinosaur-in-the-congo-in-1776 https://www.reddit.com/r/Cryptozoology/comments/18jrfqi/in_1913_german_captain_ludwig_freiherr_von_stein/ https://theoriesofthethirdkind.com/blogs/episodes/ep-275-the-congos-dinosaur-mokele-mbembe https://community.fortunecity.ws/roswell/siren/552/af_mokele.html https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=germany+taking+over+cAMERoon+1913&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8 https://cryptidarchives.fandom.com/wiki/Ivan_T._Sanderson https://www.amphilsoc.org/blog/new-digital-library-ivan-sanderson-papers https://www.ambacongo-us.org/en/about-congo/congo-basin https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Congolian_rainforests https://biodiversity.ku.edu/herpetology/research/congo-diversification#:~:text=The%20Congo%20Basin%20comprises%203.7,Sudan%2C%20Tanzania%2C%20and%20Zambia. https://www.ancient-origins.net/unexplained-phenomena/mokele-mbembe-legendary-water-dwelling-creature-congo-river-005375?li_source=LI&li_medium=content-widget https://cryptidarchives.fandom.com/wiki/Mokele-mbembe#1929–1980 https://www.iflscience.com/sightings-of-the-legendary-mokele-mbembe-dinosaur-of-the-congo-are-increasing-what-is-going-on-78615 https://newlinesmag.com/reportage/the-congos-dinosaur-of-discord/ https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/science/mokele-mbembe-cryptozoology#:~:text=Mokele%2DMbembe%20is%20a%20legendary,being%20dismissed%20by%20mainstream%20science. https://www.damninteresting.com/retired/the-tracks-of-the-mokl-mbmb/ https://genesispark.com/exhibits/cryptozoological-evidence/the-sauropod-paddock/the-mokele-mbembe-of-the-congo/ https://www.nytimes.com/1981/12/10/us/dinosaur-eludes-six-week-search-in-africa.html https://www.icr.org/article/search-congo-dinosaur https://www.iflscience.com/sightings-of-the-legendary-mokele-mbembe-dinosaur-of-the-congo-are-increasing-what-is-going-on-78615 https://reactormag.com/monsterquest-hunts-the-mokele-mbembe/ https://www.syfy.com/syfy-wire/is-there-a-dinosaur-hiding-out-in-the-congo-rainforest https://www.cryptidzoo.com/post/the-legend-of-the-mokele-mbembe-in-congo?srsltid=AfmBOooxHHP9o_13Ff-Y1SfijxaIx8vMBKHXTJXLXE0IL6okhP9nmTmN https://www.worldanvil.com/w/the-cryptobiologist/a/the-mokele-mbembe-species https://www.reddit.com/r/Cryptozoology/comments/18jrfqi/in_1913_german_captain_ludwig_freiherr_von_stein/ https://www.reddit.com/r/SpeculativeEvolution/comments/138n0qg/a_collection_of_different_theories_about_what_the/ https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B07SRKYYXS/ref=atv_dp_sign_suc The Last Dinosaur of the Congo with David ChoeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/crimes-and-cannabis--5619789/support.
Daisy Fiore, PhD, with the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, talks about how wild birds can experience heat stroke and what to do if you encounter one, before delving into her side project: Cryptozoology, which focuses on legendary creatures like Bigfoot or the Loch Ness Monster.
Daisy Fiore, PhD, with the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, talks about how wild birds can experience heat stroke and what to do if you encounter one, before delving into her side project: Cryptozoology, which focuses on legendary creatures like Bigfoot or the Loch Ness Monster.
Thanks to Jayson and warblrwatchr for suggesting this week's invertebrates! Further reading: Parasite of the Day: Orthohalarachne attenuata Trap-jaw ants jump with their jaws to escape the antlion's den Get out of my noooooose: An ant lion pit: An ant lion larva: A lovely adult antlion, Nannoleon, which lives in parts of Africa [photo by Alandmanson - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=58068259]: Show transcript: Welcome to Strange Animals Podcast. I'm your host, Kate Shaw. It's almost August, and of course we're doing invertebrate August again this year. Let's get ready by talking about a few extra invertebrates this week, with suggestions from Jayson and warblrwatchr. Before we get started, I have some quick housekeeping. First, a big shout-out to Nora who emailed me recently. I just wanted to say hi and I hope you're having a good day. Next, I'm moving in just a few weeks to Atlanta, Georgia! I know I was talking forever about moving to Bloomington, Indiana, but I changed my mind. The next few episodes are already scheduled so I can concentrate on moving. I'm about 75% packed at this point and have given away or sold a lot of stuff, including a lot of books. But I have a collection that a listener might be interested in. I offered it to the patrons last month but no one grabbed it, so I'll offer it here. I have every issue of the little magazine Flying Snake ever published, 30 in all. They're a fun hodgepodge of articles, reprinted newspaper clippings, old photos, and other stuff more or less associated with cryptozoology and weirdness in general. I've decided they take up too much space on my shelves to take with me to Atlanta. If you're interested in giving them a home, let me know and I'll box them up and send them to you for free. The first person who says they'll take them will get them, but the catch is that you have to take them all. I won't just send you a few. I'll also throw in all four volumes of the Journal of Cryptozoology. This offer stands until mid-August when I move, because if I have to move them to my new apartment, I'm just going to keep them. Okay, now let's learn about some invertebrates! First, Jayson wanted to learn about a tiny invertebrate called Orthohalarachne attenuata. It doesn't have a common name because most people will never ever encounter it, or think about it, and I kind of wish I didn't have to think about it because it's gross. Thanks a lot, Jayson. It's a mite that lives in the nasal passages of seals, sea lions, and walruses. It's incredibly common and usually doesn't bother the seal very much, although sometimes it can cause the seal to have difficulty breathing if the infestation is heavy. The adult mite spends its whole life anchored in the seal's nasal passages with sharp little claws, although it can move around if it wants to. Its larvae are more active. The mite is mainly spread by seals sneezing on each other, which spreads the larvae onto another seal, and the larvae crawl into the new seal's nose and mouth. Unless you're a seal or other pinniped, this might sound gross but probably doesn't bother you too much. But consider that in 1984, a man went to the doctor when one of his eyes started hurting. The doctor found a mite attached to his eyeball, and yes, it was Orthohalarachne attenuata. The man had visited Sea World two days before he started feeling pain in his eye, and happened to be close to some walruses that were sneezing. Luckily for pinnipeds kept in captivity in zoos that give their animals proper care, mite infestations can be treated successfully by veterinarians. Let's move on quickly to an invertebrate that isn't a parasite that can get in your eyes, the ant lion! It was suggested by warblrwatchr and I've been wanting to cover it for a while. When I was a kid, there was a strip of soft powdery dirt under the eaves of the school gym that always had ant lions in it,
Hey there friends and weirdos! This week Kyle's sanity is tested by Nile in a discussion about crystal healing. Where do these ideas about crystals supposedly come from in the history of spirituality and mysticism? What kind of crystals do you need for healing different kinds of energies and chakras and such? Why exactly do some people get so into ideas like this despite reality telling us otherwise? We discuss all this and more!
NOTE: We experienced some unexpected audio issues during the recording of this episode. While the content remains intact, you may notice occasional dips in sound quality on our end. Thanks for your understanding—and for sticking with us for this great conversation!Giano Cromley is author of American Mythology—a spooky, heartwarming tale of friendship, belief, and a Bigfoot expedition gone wildly strange. We talk cryptids, the power of storytelling, and what happens when the impossible starts to feel real.
Giano Cromley shares his own personal Bigfoot encounter._______________________Giano Cromley is author of American Mythology—a spooky, heartwarming tale of friendship, belief, and a Bigfoot expedition gone wildly strange. We talk cryptids, the power of storytelling, and what happens when the impossible starts to feel real.
Mr. Greeny haunted the children of Billings, Montana._______________________Giano Cromley is author of American Mythology—a spooky, heartwarming tale of friendship, belief, and a Bigfoot expedition gone wildly strange. We talk cryptids, the power of storytelling, and what happens when the impossible starts to feel real.
If Bigfoot exists, what kind of animal would it be? Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli analyze eyewitness reports, biological clues, and statistical patterns to sketch the creature's anatomy and behavior. The post Bigfoot Biology (Sasquatch, Cryptid, Cryptozoology) appeared first on StarQuest Media.
If Bigfoot exists, what kind of animal would it be? Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli analyze eyewitness reports, biological clues, and statistical patterns to sketch the creature's anatomy and behavior.
Jay Bachochin is a family man based in the state of Wisconsin. He is a graphic designer, cinematographer and film editor. Jay is the founder of The Wisconsin Paranormal Investigators (2007) and also the Midwest Cryptid Director for Goosebumps Paranormal in PA. He has been on a solo quest searching for The Wisconsin Sasquatch in southeast Wisconsin since 2013.Jay has been featured on The Travel Channel's IN SERACH OF MONSTERS and in the Small Town Monsters film THE BRAY ROAD BEAST. Jay has filmed and produced 3 documentaries of his own research in the Kettle Moraine. His first film, FINDING JAY was released in 2019, and his follow-up sequel, BEYOND THE KETTLE: FINDING JAY 2, in 2022. Both are streaming on Amazon Prime, and ParaFlixx. They also can be purchased on Blu-ray from Jay's website. He has finished post-production on his third film THE KETTLE CONNECTION: FINDING JAY 3. It will be premiering at the PA Bigfoot Camping Adventure, on August 22. Blu-rays of this film will also be available on his website as of September 1.Visit Jay's website here: https://www.jaybachochin.com/Jay returns to Talking Weird to chat about his many strange encounters while investigating Bigfoot in Wisconsin's Kettle Moraine, including some of his most recent experiences as chronicled in his upcoming documentary: THE KETTLE CONNECTION: FINDING JAY 3.This is an enthralling episode, that you do not want to miss!
Aleks Petakov, Filmmaker and Member of Small Town Monsters Productions, joins us to discuss The Appalachian Bigfoot Files, Beyond the Trail of Bigfoot, and more.PLEASE LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE, AND REVIEW ON ALL PLATFORMS: YouTube, Facebook, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, or wherever you listen!GET YOUR SASQUATCH EXPERIENCE GEAR FROM THE SQUATCH PRO STORE!Sean Forker hosts SASQUATCH EXPERIENCE, which also features Matt Arner, James Baker, Vance Nesbitt, and Henry May.Creative Consultants: Matt Knapp (Bigfoot Crossroads) & Les Sincavage (Xplorers: Seekers of the Truth). Show Executive Producer: Brian CorbinSpecial Thanks to all our Patreons:The Experiencers: Jeffreylee Matthis, Got Knockers!, Larry Sharpe, Scott Dieterele, & Tom MihokTrackcasters: Cindy BrewerThe Hollers: Gail Frederick, David Hickernell, Bryley Hull, Matt Arner, Laurie Nelson, & Lori WorthingtonWithout their support, this show would not be possible. For as little as $2 per month, please consider becoming one of our supporters on PATREON.Our show intro music, “Epic Action Trailer” by Roman Senyk Music, is licensed to us for commercial use. “9-11 Bigfoot Call” is also used under Fair Use. Sean Forker and Gabriel Forker are credited with the intro and exit voiceover work. Sasquatch Experience Trailer music, “It's in the Fog” by Darren Curtis, is used with permission and attribution. If you'd like to hear a particular topic or guest, EMAIL US! Check us out:Facebook | X | Instagram | SasquatchExperience.comSasquatch Experience by Sean Forker, James Baker, Vance Nesbitt, Matt Arner, and Henry May is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.Based on a work at https://www.spreaker.com/show/sasquatch-experience.Permissions. Permissions beyond the scope of this license may be available at https://www.sasquatchexperience.com/permission.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-experience--4208641/support.
Hey there friends and weirdos! This week we investigate the question on everybody's minds: is it possible to baptize bigfoot? In pursuing this question, we uncover yeti blood oath cults, cryptozoological Catholic imprudence, and some personal answers in the search for God (and cryptids). How can cryptozoology inform our understanding of God and His divine plan for us? Do we have to cut our hands on an ornamental dagger and scream like a yeti? Yes, maybe. We discuss all this and much more!
Cody Sharpe made the leap from paramedicine to the paranormal.
Send us a textIn this edition of Bite Size, we take a look at the card drafting / pass your hand madcap experience that is Cryptozoology for beginners. Not one to overlook despite its small profile -listen in to find out why and join us on this (inexplicable) field trip.Find us on Social Media FacebookTwitterInstagram
Cody Sharpe made the leap from paramedicine to the paranormal.
Cody Sharpe made the leap from paramedicine to the paranormal.
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In this interview with historian of religions Timothy Grieve-Carlson, we discuss the history of cryptozoology, Pennsylvania's deep history of the weird, and much more. Christian mystic Kelpius and the Ephrata Cloister receive particular attention, as well as the religious implications of alien abduction experiences, Whitley Strieber's Communion letters archive, and the Rosicrucian phenomenon. Is Bigfoot Cain? Find out! Join our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/consensusunreality
Hey there friends and weirdos! This week the Weird Crew looks into the history of a mysterious island that sits ominously in the middle of the Hudson River. How was a castle constructed on this island, what was it used for, and is the place haunted? Does a terrifying ghost ship piloted by goblin creatures trawl the river for potential victims? Could the ruins of the castle be used for an amazing advertising campaign? We discuss all this and much more!
1989: Bob Lazar brought UFO tourism to the quaint town of Rachel, Nevada. 2022: An Area 51 researcher in Rachel was raided by the FBI. NOW, this quaint town is back in the news.
1989: Bob Lazar brought UFO tourism to the quaint town of Rachel, Nevada. 2022: An Area 51 researcher in Rachel was raided by the FBI. NOW, this quaint town is back in the news.
Weird UK Investigator Andy McGrath joins us to talk British Bigfoot and more!Click HERE for more about Andy McGrath. PLEASE LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE, AND REVIEW ON ALL PLATFORMS: YouTube, Facebook, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, or wherever you listen!Sean Forker hosts SASQUATCH EXPERIENCE, featuring Matt Arner, James Baker, Vance Nesbitt, and Henry May.Creative Consultants: Matt Knapp (Bigfoot Crossroads) & Les Sincavage (Xplorers: Seekers of the Truth). Show Executive Producer: Brian CorbinSpecial Thanks to all our Patreons:The Experiencers: Jeffreylee Matthis, Got Knockers!, Larry Sharpe, Tom Mihok, & Scott DieterleTrackcasters: Cindy BrewerThe Hollers: Bill Ricketts, Gail Frederick, David Hickernell, Bryley Hull, Matt Arner, Laurie Nelson, and Lori WorthingtonWithout their support, this show would not be possible. For as little as $2 per month, please consider becoming one of our supporters: https://www.patreon.com/SasquatchExperience.Our show intro music, "Epic Action Trailer" by Roman Senyk Music, is licensed to us for commercial use. "9-11 Bigfoot Call" is also used under Fair Use. Sean and Gabriel Forker are credited with the intro and exit voiceover work. Sasquatch Experience Trailer music, "It's in the Fog" by Darren Curtis, used with permission and attribution. If you'd like to hear a particular topic or guest, EMAIL US: info@sasquatchexperience.comCheck us out on Social Media:facebook.com/sasquatchexperienceX.com/SquatchEXPInstagram.com/sasquatchexperienceVisit Our Website: http://www.sasquatchexperience.comSasquatch Experience by Sean Forker, James Baker, Vance Nesbitt, Matt Arner, and Henry May is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Based on a work at https://www.spreaker.com/show/sasquatch-experience. Permissions beyond the scope of this license may be available at https://www.sasquatchexperience.com/permission.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-experience--4208641/support.
In this chilling episode, we share an anonymous account from Mike, a veteran search and rescue team leader with seventeen years of experience in the Colorado Rockies. What started as a routine missing hiker call three years ago became one of the most extraordinary and terrifying encounters ever documented by a SAR team. When twenty-eight-year-old Amy disappeared while attempting a solo hike in the treacherous Devil's Backbone area, Mike's team deployed their newly acquired drone to scan the deep ravines where traditional search methods would be too dangerous. The thermal imaging quickly located Amy on a narrow ledge two hundred feet down in the canyon, alive but trapped and clearly terrified.What the drone captured next defied all explanation. A massive, bipedal creature emerged from the shadows of the ravine, standing over seven feet tall with dark fur and unmistakably intelligent eyes. Rather than threatening Amy, the creature began making complex vocalizations that seemed designed to communicate with her. The team watched in stunned silence as this unknown being positioned itself protectively between Amy and some unseen threat deeper in the canyon.Mike's account details how the creature ultimately guided Amy to safety through treacherous terrain that would have challenged even experienced rock climbers, leading her along ancient routes through the ravine system that weren't marked on any map. When Amy was finally rescued, she described how the creature had been protecting her from other predatory sounds in the darkness and had used gentle vocalizations to calm her fears throughout the night.This encounter was just the beginning of Mike's journey into a hidden world that exists parallel to our own. As he reached out to other SAR teams across the country, a disturbing pattern emerged. Teams from Montana to California to Washington state had similar footage and encounters, all carefully covered up to protect professional credibility. Missing persons cases began clustering around areas where these creatures had been sighted, suggesting something far more complex than isolated incidents.Mike's investigation revealed what appears to be an entire ecosystem of intelligent cryptid species living in North American wilderness areas. Government documents allegedly classify these beings into three distinct categories: the Guardians who help lost humans, the Stalkers who view humans as prey, and the mysterious Watchers who seem to manage the delicate balance between the other two species.The account becomes increasingly urgent as Mike describes how this ancient balance is beginning to collapse.Climate change and human encroachment are forcing these creatures into smaller territories, making the predatory species more aggressive while driving the helpful ones deeper into hiding. The government's response has reportedly been to increase cover-up efforts rather than address the underlying crisis. Through drone footage, thermal imaging, and firsthand testimonies from experienced wilderness professionals, this episode presents compelling evidence that we share our wild spaces with intelligences that have been watching us, studying us, and in many cases protecting us for centuries. Mike's network has now documented over one hundred Guardian encounters that resulted in human lives being saved, while identifying dozens of disappearances that may be attributed to the more dangerous species.The implications extend far beyond individual encounters. If Mike's account is accurate, wilderness management policies may need fundamental revision to acknowledge relationships with species that possess intelligence, territorial behaviors, and the ability to either help or harm human visitors to their domains. The episode raises profound questions about what we truly know about the creatures that inhabit our most remote wilderness areas and whether the general public has a right to understand the risks and protections that may exist in these hidden ecosystems.Mike concludes his account with practical advice for wilderness travelers while calling for greater transparency from government agencies and wilderness management organizations.His message is clear: the truth is literally living in the shadows between the trees, and the time has come to acknowledge what SAR professionals have been quietly documenting for years. This episode contains authentic drone footage descriptions, thermal imaging analysis, and detailed documentation from multiple search and rescue operations across twelve states. Listener discretion is advised for those planning wilderness travel, as this account may fundamentally change how you view your next backcountry adventure.
Welcome to Monsters on the Edge, a show exploring creatures at the edge of our reality in forests, cities, skies, and waters. We examine these creatures and talk to the researchers studying them.Joining us on this week's show:“All things end in mystery”Dennis Carroll has 40+ years of experience in the field of the paranormal. He has studied, researched, and investigated many aspects pertaining to the paranormal and the supernatural with many personal paranormal experiences. He is also a researcher and Investigator of the occult and the supernatural. Dennis is a well-known authority on Folklore, Legends, Superstitions, Cryptozoology, and the Occult. He is a Supernaturalist and Paranormal Consultant who has advised people throughout the world. Dennis is a published Freelance Writer/Author, who has written several books and is currently at work on a series of adventure novels based on supernatural events. He is an ordained Minister, and a photographer. He is a well known UFO and Cryptid Researcher. He is a speaker and performs lectures and presentations on culture, folklore, myths, and legends.Dennis Carroll's Websitehttps://www.denniswcarroll.com/Click that play button, and let's unravel the mysteries of the UNTOLD! Remember to like, share, and subscribe to our channel to stay updated on all the latest discoveries and adventures. See you there!Join Barnaby Jones each Monday on the Untold Radio Network Live at 12pm Central – 10am Pacific and 1pm Eastern. Come and Join the live discussion next week. Please subscribe.We have ten different Professional Podcasts on all the things you like. New favorite shows drop each day only on the UNTOLD RADIO NETWORKTo find out more about Barnaby Jones and his team, (Cryptids, Anomalies, and the Paranormal Society) visit their website www.WisconsinCAPS.comMake sure you share and Subscribe to the CAPS YouTube Channel as wellhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs7ifB9Ur7x2C3VqTzVmjNQ
Hey there friends and weirdos! This week we learn about the strange UFO experiences of an Australian woman named Maureen Puddy. While there are some essential and classic aspects to Puddy's encounters with a UFO, there are also some very odd things that make it stand out. Was she psychically contacted by the UFO? Why did the UFO entity want her to spread news of her encounter with the media? And is there an invisible alien entity following her around? We discuss all this and much more!
Remembering Shetan Noir A Tribute to a Paranormal Friend Please hit subscribe and leave a Positive rating and review. Click here to see and perchance Jen's book. https://a.co/d/8KxpSC5 Click here to go to our Patreon page. https://www.patreon.com/222ParanormalPodcast Click here to go to our Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/222paranormal Click here to see Joes book. https://a.co/d/caWRmkl This week on the 222 Paranormal Podcast, we present a very special and deeply personal episode as we pay tribute to our friend and returning guest, Shetan Noir (Tracy DeAnna Herrell), who sadly passed away this week. Shetan wasn't just a guest on our show—she was family to the paranormal community and someone who left an incredible mark on everyone who knew her. Shetan was a prolific author, investigator, researcher, and lecturer who specialized in cryptozoology, lake monsters, and the strange and unexplained across the Midwest and beyond. She authored multiple books, delving into Great Lakes water monsters, cryptid creatures, and haunted places, always bringing her trademark curiosity and scholarly rigor to every topic she explored. But even more than her impressive resume, Shetan was a truly warm and generous soul. She was known for helping other investigators, supporting local paranormal teams, and sharing her knowledge freely. She had a way of making everyone feel welcome in the often-murky world of the paranormal. Her sharp wit, infectious laugh, and remarkable storytelling ability made her an absolute delight to talk to—on the air and off. In this episode, we take time to share our personal memories of Shetan—our favorite moments from recording with her, the things we learned from her, and the way she made even the creepiest stories fun and accessible. We reflect on her incredible dedication to the truth behind strange phenomena, her insistence on good research, and her passion for shining light on topics others might overlook or dismiss. To honor her memory and celebrate her legacy, we're also replaying our full interview with Shetan from last year. In that conversation, she talked about her work on Great Lakes monsters and cryptids, shared fascinating tales of strange sightings, and offered insights into the methods and challenges of being a field researcher in this niche. It's a chance to hear her in her own words, doing what she loved most: teaching, entertaining, and exploring the mysteries of our world. Shetan Noir leaves behind not only her published works and countless investigations but a community that's better for having known her. She inspired so many people to ask questions, to look beyond the obvious, and to respect the weird and wonderful. She was a mentor, a friend, and a force of nature who will be missed terribly. We invite all of you to listen in this week, to remember Shetan with us, to celebrate the incredible life she led, and to keep her passion for the unexplained alive. Her work and spirit will live on in every curious mind she touched. Rest in peace, Shetan. Thank you for everything. You will always be part of our paranormal family. Listen to this special tribute episode on all podcast platforms. Welcome to the 222 Paranormal Podcast, your gateway to the captivating world of the supernatural. Immerse yourself in our expertly crafted episodes, where we delve deep into a wide range of paranormal phenomena, including ghostly hauntings, cryptid sightings, and unexplained mysteries that defy logic. Each episode is meticulously researched and features engaging discussions with leading experts, seasoned ghost hunters, and renowned paranormal investigators. We cover the latest advancements in ghost hunting technology, offer practical tips for both amateur and experienced investigators, and review essential equipment for your paranormal adventures. Our podcast also explores the rich history of haunted locations, sharing true stories and firsthand accounts that will send chills down your spine. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the paranormal or just curious about the unknown, our content is designed to entertain, inform, and ignite your imagination. Stay tuned as we uncover secrets from the most haunted places around the world and analyze the most intriguing supernatural events. We also provide in-depth interviews with notable figures in the field and explore theories that challenge conventional understanding of reality. By subscribing to our Paranormal Podcast, you'll stay updated with the latest episodes, allowing you to join a community of like-minded individuals who share your fascination with the unexplained. Don't miss out on our exclusive content and special features, which bring you closer to the mysteries that lie beyond our everyday experiences. Dive into the world of the unknown with our Paranormal Podcast and experience the thrill of discovering what lies just beyond the veil of reality.
What if everything we think we know about Sasquatch is wrong? This week, we explore a much darker side of Bigfoot lore—one filled with violence, fear, and unanswered questions. This isn't the gentle forest giant myth we've all heard. Instead, we dive into chilling cases where unexplained deaths, strange disappearances, and disturbing evidence suggest something far more dangerous may be roaming our wilderness.From a Creek Indian found beaten to death in a prayer position in 1920s Oklahoma to a blood-soaked campsite in modern-day Minnesota, the stories we cover hint at a pattern of brutal encounters stretching across decades. We revisit the eerie abandonment of Port Chatham, Alaska, where residents fled from a terrifying creature they called the nantiinaq. We examine the desperate final moments of Jim Carter, an expert skier who vanished without a trace near Mount St. Helens, and the baffling disappearance of Bart Schleyer, a seasoned bear expert whose remains were scattered across the Yukon wilderness. We also confront the unsettling mystery of Theresa Ann Bier, a teenager who vanished on a Sasquatch expedition, and Jordan Girder, whose winter survival camp ended in inexplicable bloodshed.Throughout the episode, we question why so many of these deaths are written off as accidents or misclassified by officials, and what it might mean if the intelligence behind these incidents is greater than we want to believe.Is Sasquatch truly a misunderstood relic—or are some of the legends warning us about something real, something we've chosen not to see? This episode peels back the folklore and looks straight into the shadows.Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Untold Radio AMBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.
Hey there friends and weirdos! This week we're following up last episode's discussion of the Tall White aliens and watching a documentary about the man who started it all. Walking with the Tall Whites is a documentary about Charles Hall and his life as he enters into a strange relationship with extraterrestrials. How did Charles meet the Tall Whites and what do they want from him? Where do they come from and where did they go? Is this doc exciting or a total snoozefest? We discuss all this and more!
For nearly three centuries, the Jersey Devil has terrorized New Jersey's Pine Barrens with its glowing red eyes and leathery wings, but the monster's true origins lie not in supernatural birth, but in a 17th-century religious scandal. When Quaker settler Daniel Leeds was branded "Satan's harbinger" for publishing controversial almanacs, his family name became forever linked to the devil—transforming a community dispute into America's most enduring cryptid legend.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: Deep in the heart of New Jersey's Pine Barrens lurks a legend that has haunted the Garden State for nearly three centuries. The Jersey Devil, a creature of nightmares with leathery wings and glowing red eyes, was born from a curse in the 1700s and has endured ever since – with sightings still taking place. (From Leeds to Lore, The Jersey Devil) *** In the mid-1970s, a terrifying predator stalked the streets of Oakland County, Michigan, abducting and murdering four innocent children. For nearly half a century, the identity of the Oakland County Child Killer has eluded investigators, leaving a trail of anguish, conspiracy theories, and unanswered questions in its wake. It's a cold case that continues to haunt the community, as justice never came. (The Child Predator of Oakland County) *** The Sabretooth Clan… a group of modern-day vampires who blend seamlessly into society by day but embrace their nocturnal alter egos by night. With custom fangs, vintage attire, and a unique philosophy, these "lifestylers" host extravagant balls, perform rituals, and even have their own spiritual pantheon – all while maintaining a strict no-blood-drinking policy. What is it like to live as a vampire? (What Is It Like To Live As a Vampire?) *** In 1864 Canton, Ohio, a romance between German immigrant Ferdinand Hoffman and local girl Caroline Yost spiraled into a tale of deception, abuse, and ultimate tragedy. Their ill-fated union, marred by Hoffman's criminal past and violent tendencies, culminated in a shocking church stabbing and a dramatic manhunt. (The Canton Church Murder) *** From fiery pits to Satan's domain, our modern conception of hell is a tapestry woven from centuries of art, literature, and religious interpretation. But how much of what we believe about the underworld actually aligns with biblical teachings? We'll look at some common misconceptions about hell, and discover how our cultural understanding of eternal damnation often diverges from scriptural truths. (What The Hell)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:01:25.789 = Show Open00:04:38.188 = From Leeds To Lore: The Jersey Devil00:13:28.903 = The Child Predator of Oakland County00:37:17.204 = What Is It Like To Live As A Vampire?00:43:54.348 = The Canton Church Murder00:47:49.106 = What The Hell01:02:44.810 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“From Leads To Lore, The Jersey Devil” source: Amy Briggs, National Geographic:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mw722p3f“The Child Predator of Oakland County” source: The Scare Chamber: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mpee9zbs“What Is It Like To Live As A Vampire?” source: Jodie Smith, Graveyard Shift/Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9dz58b“The Canton Church Murder” source: Robert Wilhelm, MurderByGaslight.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3zeet7dx“What The Hell” sources: Quinn Armstrong, Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/57v4chdu; Bible Gateway: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/45tmyjhp, GotQuestions.org: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8zfdas, Wikipedia: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8p88hc=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: August 21, 2024NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice. (AI Policy)EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/JerseyDevil
In this episode, Brian welcomes author Paul Buckner, who shares stories from his early experiences with the Bigfoot phenomenon in Northeastern Oklahoma. Buckner recounts a compelling childhood encounter involving his aunt and a mysterious creature, sparking a lifelong fascination with Bigfoot. They discuss various sightings and the cultural significance of Bigfoot within Native American communities, particularly the Cherokee.Buckner also delves into the legend ofJudaculla, a giant in Cherokee folklore, and its intriguing connections to Bigfoot. He explains his research approach, blending flesh-and-blood theories with supernatural elements, and discusses his numerous books on the subject. The episode wraps up with Buckner's insights into the complexities of Bigfoot research and the importance of evolving one's understanding with new information.Join Mireya's Explorer Society Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Untold Radio AM00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:19 Early Encounters with Bigfoot 06:41 Family's Bigfoot Experiences 08:35 Further Research and Encounters 16:23 Cherokee Legends and Bigfoot 21:13 The Legend of Judaculla 39:19 Author's Journey and Books 43:04 Conclusion and FarewellBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.
In this episode, I take you deep into the swamps of Fouke, Arkansas, where a local legend was born — the Fouke Monster. Long before the creature hit the silver screen, sightings and eerie encounters haunted this small town, with reports of a large, hairy, ape-like creature roaming the countryside and terrifying locals. But everything changed when filmmaker Charles B. Pierce showed up and turned these stories into The Legend of Boggy Creek, a low-budget film that would unexpectedly become a cult classic and help define cryptid pop culture.The movie mixed documentary-style storytelling with reenactments, blurring the line between fact and fiction. As word spread, the Fouke Monster became nationally known, drawing curious visitors, researchers, and monster hunters to the area. While some locals embraced the attention and the tourist dollars, others were less thrilled. Many felt the film sensationalized their town, exploited their stories, and painted Fouke as a backwoods oddity.The sudden spotlight brought tension, with residents divided over whether the legend was a blessing or a curse.In this episode, I unpack the original sightings that sparked the legend, the behind-the-scenes story of how The Legend of Boggy Creek came to be, and the complicated relationship between Fouke's residents and the monster that put their town on the map.Whether you're into cryptids, true stories, or indie film history, this one goes beyond the myth and digs into the messy reality behind one of America's strangest legends.Join Mireya's Explorer Society Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Untold Radio AMBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.