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Miguel Garza nos acompaña hoy para contarnos una extraña historia paranormal ambientada en la época navideña pero protagonizada por ovnis y luces extrañas. Además en las noticias paranormales: Un hombre asegura que su casa dejó de ser un lugar seguro. Pasos extraños, sombras, ruidos inexplicables, figuras pequeñas en su patio... lo llenaron de terror. En una casa de Mérida, México, una limpieza terminó en algo paranormal cuando encontraron algo muy grande adherido a la pared, una figura humanoide y alada. 

The cattle mutilation mystery and its association with UFO activity didn't get the attention of researcher investigators until the 1970s. There is an article on page 2 of the March 1975 APRO Bulletin, headlined “More on Mutilations,” discussing the findings of APRO Field Investigators Bill Pitt, Lee Spiegel, and Kevin Randle. It was the opinion of APRO at the time that “no satisfactory evidence has emerged which links UFOs to mutilated animals.” The first mutilation to get the public's attention was that of a horse named Snippy found by its owners in the San Luis Valley of Colorado on September 8, 1967. Shortly after that, in his article (page 8 of the pdf) in the July/August 1968 Flying Saucer Review headlined “West Virginia's Enigmatic Bird,” John Keel mentions that cow and horse mutilations are “now common” in the midst of sightings of the Mothman and UFOs in the area around Point Pleasant. However, there is a report far earlier than this that, by most accounts, appeared in the April 23, 1897, Yates Center Farmer's Advocate. This involves a mystery airship caught in the act of abducting a cow right in front of prominent Woodson County, Kansas, citizen Alexander Hamilton (not the one on the 20-dollar bill).  While the Advocate article remains elusive, Redditt user Remseey2907 found an article in what appears to be the Globe Democrat that includes the details of and references the Advocate article. Read more →

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Tonight we're stepping away from the deep woods and into something different. Something that's been keeping me up at night for the better part of two years as I've tracked down these accounts. This is a special episode exploring the Hitchhiker Effect — the terrifying phenomenon where people visit locations of high strangeness and something follows them home.We're not talking about a feeling or an overactive imagination. We're talking about shadow figures at the foot of the bed, objects moving on their own, electronics going haywire, and entities that seem to feed on fear and attention for weeks or months before finally letting go. The term was coined by Dr. Colm Kelleher during his years as lead scientist on the Skinwalker Ranch project, but what most people don't realize is that this phenomenon extends far beyond one ranch in Utah. It's been documented at battlefields, swamps, mountain ridgelines, and remote valleys all across this country for decades.In this episode we cover six accounts spanning from 1978 to 2023. We start in the Uintah Basin with a cattle rancher who encountered a pulsating orange orb on a mesa and spent the next several months living with a shadow entity that terrorized his family and killed one of his horses. From there we head to Chickamauga Battlefield in northwest Georgia, where a veteran paranormal investigator and his team brought something back from one of the bloodiest pieces of ground in American history — something that filled their homes with the smell of decomposition and the sound of agonized moaning.We follow a pair of Oregon newlyweds who stumbled onto what the local Native American community called a spirit road and spent eight months being stalked by a shadow entity in their own apartment. A West Virginia sheriff's deputy walks into a sealed bunker in the Point Pleasant TNT area and encounters an orb containing dark humanoid figures, only to have his six-year-old daughter start seeing what she calls "the blue man" standing in her closet.A Boston documentary crew filming at Hockomock Swamp in the Bridgewater Triangle watches three synchronized orbs rise out of the water and spends the following months dealing with rearranged furniture, phantom knocking, and an intrusive voice whispering "come back."And finally, a podcaster and paranormal researcher visits the San Luis Valley in Colorado and learns the hard way that studying these phenomena from a safe distance is an illusion — because the distance can collapse at any moment.Six witnesses. Six decades. Six locations from coast to coast. All connected by a pattern so consistent it'll make the hair stand up on the back of your neck. They visited a place. They were noticed. And something came home with them.This is one of the most unsettling episodes we've ever produced. Settle in and keep the lights on.Have you experienced a Bigfoot sighting, Sasquatch encounter, Dogman experience, UFO sighting, or any unexplained cryptid or paranormal event deep in the woods? We want to hear your story.Email your encounter to brian@paranormalworldproductions.com for a chance to be featured on a future episode of Backwoods Bigfoot Stories.Backwoods Bigfoot Stories is a paranormal storytelling podcast featuring real Bigfoot encounters, Sasquatch sightings, Dogman reports, cryptid experiences, and true scary stories from the backwoods.Follow the show and turn on automatic downloads so you never miss a chilling encounter from the forest. Listen with the lights off… if you dare.

¡Familia! En esta Noche Paranormal, en compañía de Fermex y Saul Hernandes, exploramos el enigma del Chupacabras, el regreso del Hombre Polilla (Mothman) y el terror de la Mujer cara de caballo (La Siguanaba), entidades que desafían cualquier lógica. Serás testigo del análisis de los avistamientos del Mothman en Chicago y Delaware, y su relación con el sismo de El Salvador. Revisamos las pruebas forenses y el ADN del Chupacabras en Texas, y examinaremos el fenómeno de La Siguanaba, una entidad que acecha las carreteras de México y Centroamérica. Acompáñanos a descubrir si el ser de Metepec es real y la tragedia que rodeó su descubrimiento. Redes host

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The Devil Within Wings of Prophecy — Part Two: The Final Witnesses At 5:04 PM on December 15, 1967, the Silver Bridge collapsed into the Ohio River. In less than a minute, forty-six lives were lost. But in the days leading up to the disaster, the people of Point Pleasant believed they had been watching something — or something had been watching them. In Part Two of Wings of Prophecy, we follow the Mothman legend to its devastating conclusion, tracing the final sightings, the growing sense of unease across the town, and the tragedy that forever linked folklore with one of America's deadliest infrastructure failures.  Mothman 2 As winter closed in, witnesses reported that the sightings were changing. The creature that once appeared suddenly and vanished just as quickly now lingered in plain sight — perched, watching, almost as if standing vigil. One of the final reported encounters came just days before the collapse. By then, Point Pleasant had transformed. National attention brought curiosity seekers, investigators, and skeptics. Businesses leaned into the legend. Others resented the spectacle. Beneath it all, anxiety spread — strange dreams, unusual animal behavior, and a growing sense that something was wrong. Then came the engineering reality. Unseen inside the bridge's structure, a microscopic crack in a critical steel component had been growing for months — invisible to inspections at the time. Each passing vehicle added stress. Each day brought the structure closer to failure. On a December evening filled with Christmas shoppers, commuters, and families heading home, that hidden flaw reached its breaking point. The collapse was sudden. Catastrophic. Irreversible. In this episode:     •    The final reported Mothman sightings before the disaster     •    How Point Pleasant changed during thirteen months of national attention     •    The structural failure that caused the Silver Bridge collapse     •    Eyewitness accounts from the moments before and after the tragedy     •    How folklore and trauma became permanently intertwined in the community In the aftermath, the sightings stopped. The creature was never reported again. But the legend remained — not just as a monster story, but as a way for a grieving community to make sense of sudden, senseless loss. Because sometimes the mystery isn't whether something supernatural happened. Sometimes the mystery is how people survive what did.

The Devil Within Wings of Prophecy — Part One: The Watchers in the Dark Something was watching Point Pleasant. Before the headlines. Before the legend. Before the bridge fell. In Part One of Wings of Prophecy, we begin a two-part investigation into one of the most chilling and enduring mysteries in American folklore — the wave of strange sightings that gripped a small West Virginia town in the thirteen months before tragedy struck. The story begins on a quiet November night in 1967, when four young people driving near an abandoned TNT plant encountered something impossible: a towering, winged figure with glowing red eyes that appeared to follow their car at highway speeds. What they reported would become the first of dozens of sightings. And the beginning of something far bigger than a local ghost story. As word spread, more witnesses came forward. A respected barber described strange lights — and the disappearance of his dog. Residents reported massive shapes flying over roads, perching on rooftops, and watching from the darkness beyond town. Law enforcement took statements. A journalist arrived. The story spread. And slowly, the community began to divide — believers and skeptics, fear and ridicule, curiosity and dread. But beneath the growing legend was something deeper: A town beginning to feel watched. Studied. Waited for. In this episode:     •    The first terrifying encounter near the TNT area     •    Deputy Halstead's investigation and the growing number of eyewitness reports     •    The arrival of reporter Mary Hyre and the national attention that followed     •    Strange animal behavior, unexplained lights, and escalating fear     •    How the legend of the Mothman took hold inside a community under pressure Because sometimes the most powerful monsters aren't just what people see. They're what fear does to a town. And while residents debated whether the creature was real… something else was happening in Point Pleasant. Something no one could see. A microscopic flaw inside the Silver Bridge — slowly growing, quietly weakening the structure that held the town together. Thirteen months later, that bridge would collapse into the Ohio River in less than sixty seconds, killing 46 people. And the question that still haunts the town remains: Was the Mothman a warning… Or was it simply waiting?

We here at DIE tend toward the macabre (who would've thought) and thus  have a fascination with all things creepy crawly, such as this week's focus, cryptids! These shadowy creatures defy explanation, inspire horrific tales, and highlight the wonders of a universe filled to the brim with as-yet unexplained phenomena. Real or not, they are a gateway into how we interact with the world and, naturally, our concepts of death and the great beyond. Join us as we dig into some of the more deadly and deathly of these eldritch beings, including acid-spitting desert worms; a voracious legend of spiritual folklore; a predator with a sweet tooth for farm animals; and of course, the Monster of the Moment, the mysterious (and possessor of copious cake) Mothman! Listen in and let us know about your favorite cryptids, whether you think they are real or a product of society's overactive imagination, and of course any opinions you may have about Mothman's generous posterior!Links of NoteCryptid definition and explanationhttps://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cryptidhttps://www.cryptidophilia.com/what-is-a-cryptid/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_cryptids“The Tragedy of the Cryptids” by Sharon A. Hillhttps://sharonahill.substack.com/p/the-tragedy-of-the-cryptidsMongolian Death Wormhttps://www.livescience.com/46450-mongolian-death-worm.htmlChupacabrahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ChupacabraWendigohttps://allthatsinteresting.com/wendigoMothmanhttps://allthatsinteresting.com/cryptids/5https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MothmanMothman Statue and Big Honkin' Butthttps://www.atlasobscura.com/places/mothman-statue#deathiseverything #DeathIsEverythingPodcast  #DIEwithMarianne #DIEwithMarianneandChris #DIEwithMCA #deathinpsiration #deathpodcast #LApodcast #takingchances #landoftheliving  #cryptids #folklore #cryptozoology #mongoliandeathworm #chupacabra #wendigo #mothmanThanks for listening, Land of the Living! Subscribe, and follow us on Instagram @die.podcast  for updates! Check out deathiseverything.com for merchandise, our mailing list, and more!

Paul Dale Roberts personally investigated several serial killer victim sites. Watch or listen to find out what he discovered!Roberts was born on January 17, 1955 in Fresno, California. He has an Associate Degree in Criminology. In 1977, Roberts was a firefighter with the California Division of Forestry for one year. Firefighting was not his cup of tea. Military Career: Roberts from 1973 to 1976 served with the US Army's D.S.T. (Drug Suppression Team) C.I.D. (Criminal Investigation Division) in Germany, working undercover narcotics. From 1979 to 1986 Roberts served in the US Army's Military Intelligence. Working at PIC-K (Photo Interpretation Center in Korea). Roberts held a Top Secret S.B.I. (Special Background Investigation) clearance as an Intelligence Analyst, later receiving an H-Identifier with OPFOR (Opposing Forces), where Roberts wore a Soviet uniform, ski mask and trained elite troops like US Army's Special Forces, 101st Airborne, Air Force Special Operations, Delta Force, 82nd Airborne, Marine Recon the Soviet Threat and W.E.F.T. (Wings, Engine, Fuselage, Tail section) in identifying Soviet aircraft.Roberts in 2004 became a paranormal investigator and with 750 investigations under his belt and 750 paranormal articles he has written lead him to be in documentaries. From 3 episodes of My Ghost Story - Biography Channel to History Channel's Monsterquest (Mothman episode) to Conversations of a Serial Killer by Two Four Productions to Showtime's Penn & Teller Bullshxt - Mayan Prophesy of 2012 to Mysteries of Angels and Demons by Ives Street Entertainment to Michael Jackson:You are not Alone/In Search of his Spirit, that can be seen here:    • Michael Jackson: You Are Not Alone/  In Se...   Roberts is also a Fortean investigator in which he investigates ALL things paranormal from Mothman, Chupacabra, UFOs, Crop Circles, Ghosts, Poltergeists, Demons and more. Roberts is the HPI (Hegelianism Paranormal Intelligence - International) Owner.   / hpiinternational   Significant investigations by HPI are the Skinwalker Ranch in Utah, looking for Natalee Holloway's ghost in Aruba, UFOs and Bigfoot at Mount Shasta, UFOs and USOs at Monterey Bay, Area 51, Guatemala City - Guatemala. Writing Career: Roberts writes community stories and is a former columnist for the Sacramento Press, a former columnist for Haunted Times Magazine, and has written small blurbs for Newsweek, Time, National Geographic Traveler, and People Magazine. Roberts is a former columnist for Vamperotica by www.vamperatica.com/Brainstorm Comics; Writer's Digest; WebBound; Just Comics and More by Genesis Publications. Roberts now writes for online magazines such as Chatterbrew Magazine www.chatterbrew.com; Lorena's Angels http://www.lorenasangels.com/ ; Ceri Clark's All Destiny Magazine. Roberts was recently picked up by Paranormal Magazine UK and works for the online national news site Before its News. Roberts articles are featured in legendary Brad Steiger's books and Timothy Green Beckley's books. Roberts has now published 4 books - HPI Chronicles series with Lulu.Join the X to get our newsletter, show listings, and more perks! www.unxnetwork.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unx-news-podcast-with-margie-kay--5231151/support.Un-X News is broadcast on the UnXplained Network weekly. Check out all of our great shows on Spreaker! Join the X at www.unxnetwork.com to get our newsletter and more perks! The X offers more - On-Demand workshops on a variety of subjects, a bi-monthly magazine, our news blog, and the X Club group. Join the X family!

On this episode of Mothboys, The boys discuss a trucker couple(with a questionable age gap) who ran into a UFO carrying mini alien birds on the Montana highway. We also chat about Mothman and ghost light sighting that have happened in a similar area.Mothboys is sponsored by:Visit Braxton, WV-Braxton County, West Virginia is Home of the Flatwoods Monster, as well as sightings of Bigfoot, UFO's  and ghosts… Visit the link above for more information on all the wonderful things that Braxton County offers.Follow along on our moth-journey on Instagram at @mothboyspodcast and on Facebook at Mothboys.

This episode of The Box of Oddities drifts from quiet museum news into deeply unsettling territory, beginning with an update on the International Cryptozoology Museum and sliding straight into one of America's most enduring paranormal mysteries. In Point Pleasant, West Virginia—forever linked to the legend of Mothman—the hosts revisit the famous sightings that turned a small river town into ground zero for strange phenomena in the 1960s. But this time, the story doesn't stop with glowing red eyes and winged silhouettes. Digging through old police blotters uncovers something far quieter and, in some ways, far more disturbing: decades of reports describing the same unidentified man walking the streets at night. Long before and during the height of the Mothman flap, officers documented encounters with a figure who never aged, never spoke, and never quite seemed human. The overlap raises uncomfortable questions about observation, surveillance, and whether Point Pleasant was being watched—by something else—long before the town knew it was strange. From paranormal folklore, the episode pivots sharply into real-world secrecy, exploring espionage during World War I, where ordinary people became invisible spies. In occupied Europe, women used knitting not just as cover, but as a potential method of steganography—encoding military intelligence into stitches, patterns, and yarn, right under the noses of enemy soldiers. These stories blur the line between domestic routine and covert resistance, revealing how underestimated skills became powerful tools of war. Blending cryptids, coded yarn, historical intrigue, and listener-driven discoveries, this episode captures what The Box of Oddities does best: connecting the paranormal with the overlooked corners of history and inviting listener engagement along the way. From Mothman to men who don't belong, from quiet streets to quiet stitches, this is a journey through mysteries that hide in plain sight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Point of Convergence, we delve into John Keel's The Mothman Prophecies. UFOs; Mothman; Men in Black. John Keel investigated events that were both seemingly absurd yet verifiably happening. What exactly happened in and around Pt. Pleasant, WV, and what does it mean?

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En el video de hoy te mostraré 15 videos aterradores de Leyendas de USA Captadas en Cámara, de los cuales 3 PODRÍAN SER FALSOS y tu OBJETIVO es decirme en los comentarios cuáles crees que sean. Mi misión principal: hacer que no te des cuenta y otras 4 misiones que te contaré más adelante. Sinceramente creo que Estados Unidos tiene de las criaturas más turbias del mundo, así que era necesario este video.Quédate hasta el final, no solo porque todos los videos son aterradores, sino porque te mostraré el testimonio de una pareja de hermanos que aseguran haberse encontrado con The Mothman y fueron entrevistados por CNN.

The gang discuss their favorite movies & Mack tells them where they are wrong. Movies include The Day the Earth Stood Still, The Mothman Prophecies, The Omega Man & The 13th Warrior, among others. Also, two fans drop by to talk about their encounter with a wealthy ghost. Special Guest: Barry Z.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/paranormal-uk-radio-network--4541473/support.

In this episode, we investigate the most disturbing cryptids of the Appalachian Mountains, including Mothman, the Flatwoods Monster, and aggressive Bigfoot variants, and uncover eerie connections to underground tunnel systems, Cold War military testing, electromagnetic anomalies, and so-called “thin places.”From the Point Pleasant TNT Area to remote mountain regions inside and near the National Radio Quiet Zone, sightings cluster around disaster sites, restricted zones, and areas known for strange lights, missing time, and government secrecy.Are these creatures misidentified animals…or something exposed by radiation, frequency interference, or ancient forces beneath the mountains?This episode explores Appalachian folklore, cryptid sightings, government conspiracies, and high strangeness in one of the most mysterious regions in North America.2:00 Mothman17:09 Flatwoods Monster25:18 Grafton Monster30:02 Wood Booger31:44 Moon-Eyed Peoplewww.stayskeptical.comWatch: https://rumble.com/user/rabbitholepodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@Rabbit.holepodcastWise Wolf Gold: https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=jvujkwgsSources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jcwvgWpPz8GqLxNwpeJM7AHqBJL2O3JWVdE8ggKK7_8/edit?usp=sharingwww.stayskeptical.comWise Wolf Gold: https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=jvujkwgsSources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jcwvgWpPz8GqLxNwpeJM7AHqBJL2O3JWVdE8ggKK7_8/edit?usp=sharing

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.Ken Gerhard is a widely recognized cryptozoologist, author, and lecturer who frequently appears on television.Ken has traveled the world searching for evidence of mysterious creatures including Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, the Chupacabra, Mothman, and the Beast of Gevaudan.In addition, he's written six books on the subject of unknown animals. His research has been featured on numerous TV shows including: Missing in Alaska, MonsterQuest, Ancient Aliens, America Unearthed, The UnXplained (with William Shatner) and Legend Hunters.Ken has appeared on major networks including Travel Channel, Science Channel, National Geographic, Syfy and Animal Planet.He can currently be seen on the History Channel series –The Proof Is Out ThereIn this all new presentation titled, “Legendary Creatures of New York,” Ken will cover accounts of Bigfoot, the Lake Champlain Monster, the Cardiff Giant, the Angola Pigman and others.Exploring Cryptozoology Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/ExploringCryptozoologyKen Gerhard's Websitehttps://kengerhard.com/Mystic Scotland Tourhttps://mysteriousadventurestours.com/Ken's Books on Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/stores/Ken-Gerhard/author/B00EAFHG2Q?shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=29d5e2a3-ee14-44d3-aefd-cb75bd136109Wisconsin Cryptids, Anomalies and Paranormal Convention Ticketshttps://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/cryptids-anomalies-and-the-paranormal-society/wisconsin-cryptids-anomalies-and-paranormal-convention-capcon-2026-1370766566Click 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

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Tuesday, February 17, 2026. #1 – From WV ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - West Virginia's automotive industry remains an economic mainstay West Virginia's modern automotive industry has served as a strong economic pillar for more than 30 years. The sector supports thousands of jobs, drives advanced manufacturing growth, and connects the Mountain State to national and international supply chains for automotive and related products. Learn more: https://westvirginia.gov/west-virginias-modern-automotive-industry-has-been-a-rock-solid-pillar-of-our-states-economy-for-more-than-30-years/ #2 – From NEWS TRIBUNE - New River region offers premier hunting, fishing & outdoor recreation West Virginia's New River region continues to earn recognition as a premier destination for hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation. With expansive forests, scenic waterways, and abundant wildlife, the area attracts sportsmen and women seeking rugged adventure and unforgettable Mountain State experiences. Read more: https://www.newstribune.com/news/2026/feb/08/driftwood-outdoors-west-virginias-new-river-region-offers-hunting-fishing-and-outdoor-recreation/ #3 – From WV EXPLORER - Appalachian Escapes offer unique lodging options in the New River Gorge Travelers to the New River Gorge region have a creative new lodging option with Appalachian Escapes. The growing collection of themed vacation rentals ranges from 80s nostalgia to wizard-inspired adventures and even tributes to West Virginia's legendary Mothman. Each property also features an escape room experience, adding interactive fun to an overnight stay. Read more: https://wvexplorer.com/2026/02/06/appalachian-escapes-vacation-rentals/ Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty, and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo. That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.      

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Guest host Connie Willis and phenomenology researcher Bill Kousoulas discuss Mothman and the 1967 Silver Bridge collapse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Roll Plus Heart are taking a well deserved break in January and February, but our supporters over on Patreon are still getting episodes! Because they pay us and unfortunately capitalism says we need to respect that.Anyway, here is a taste of the kind of thing available on our Patreon. If you want to hear more, you can listen to our entire Patreon back catalogue immediately, just by signing up at our £1-a-month tier. We also have higher tiers that get you access to very cool and often exclusive merch! Especially the t-shirt tier. Even I don't get any of the t-shirts.https://www.patreon.com/rollplusheart

The Men in Black (MIB) have haunted UFO history for decades, not as sightings in the sky, but as the figures who arrive after the sighting. This episode unpacks one of the most disturbing and persistent mysteries in UFO lore: who the Men in Black are, what they want, and why they appear whenever witnesses get too close to the truth.The story begins in the early 1950s, at the dawn of modern UFO research. Civilian investigators, rather than governments, were the first to collect reports of flying saucers and close encounters. Among them was Albert K. Bender, founder of the International Flying Saucer Bureau. His work came to an abrupt halt after he claimed three dark-suited men visited his home, warning him to stop investigating UFOs. That encounter became the foundation of the Men in Black legend, suggesting that some powerful force was actively monitoring and controlling what people could know about extraterrestrial activity.From there, the episode explores how journalist and paranormal investigator John A. Keel expanded the Men in Black narrative beyond simple government agents. Through his research into UFO waves, the Mothman sightings in Point Pleasant, and other cases of “high strangeness,” Keel connected the Men in Black to a broader, more unsettling pattern of unexplained phenomena. In this framework, MIB are not just secret officials, they are part of a larger, possibly non-human system interacting with reality itself.A major question addressed in the episode is whether the Men in Black are truly linked to the government. Many witnesses report official-sounding warnings, black unmarked cars, and threats tied to national security. Yet countless encounters describe behavior that feels wrong: strange credentials, unnatural speech, emotionless expressions, and an apparent lack of understanding of ordinary human life. These details raise the possibility that the Men in Black only appear to be government agents, using authority as a disguise.The phenomenon is also examined on a global scale. While MIB stories originated in the United States, similar encounters have been reported in the UK, Europe, Australia, and South America. This worldwide pattern suggests that the Men in Black are not tied to any single nation — but instead to UFO activity itself.The episode then delves into the creepiest Men in Black cases ever reported. These include visitors who seem to materialize rather than arrive, encounters where MIB knew private information they could not possibly have obtained, and witnesses who describe them as physically and emotionally “off,” as if mimicking humans rather than being human.Finally, the episode tackles the ultimate question: are the Men in Black aliens, hybrids, interdimensional beings, or a hidden enforcement arm guarding the truth about UFOs? While definitive proof remains elusive, the Men in Black continue to be one of the most chilling and compelling aspects of the UFO mystery, the dark-suited gatekeepers of a reality humans may not be ready to fully see. https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/alienufopodcastMy book 'Verified Near Death Exeriences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February is short… and yet it drags.Cold. Grey. Emotionally uncanny. And suspiciously haunted.In this episode of Late Night Legends, Colin presents “Why February Feels Wrong”—a half-joking, half-existential breakdown of why this month feels off at a fundamental level. From seasonal blues and depression to ghost stories, cursed timelines, and the unsettling energy of a month that never seems to offer much of anything, we explore why February consistently earns its reputation as the most hated month of the year.Joined by Maria, K, Ashley, Tim, and Frank, the Legends debate whether February truly deserves the crown for worst month—or if January, June, or even July might secretly be worse. Is this just winter fatigue? Or is February genuinely broken?If you're into paranormal discussions, spooky psychology, haunted history, and dark humor that cuts a little too close to the truth, you're in the right place.

They show up without warning. They know things they shouldn't. And they always have the same message: stop talking about what you saw. The Men in Black have been silencing witnesses for decades. But this tactic is far older than flying saucers.SERMON TRANSCRIPT…https://weirddarkness.com/cotu-mibWeird Darkness® and Church Of The Undead™ are trademarked. Copyright © 2026.#WeirdDarkness #MenInBlack #MIB #ChurchOfTheUndead #ParanormalPodcast #UFO #UFOWitness #AlbertBender #HerbertHopkins #JohnKeel #Mothman #SilencedWitnesses #DarkSuits #Paranormal #Supernatural #SpiritualWarfare #ChristianPodcast #ChristianSermon #Bible #Faith #Testimony #SpiritOfFear #DemonicOppression #EarlyChurch #ApostlePaul #BookOfActs #Persecution #Boldness #HolySpirit #TrueStory

Ash is joined by long time Guru and research assistant Celi Riojas as they wrap up the Devious Dolls season!Ash tells Celi about one of the word's most infamous dolls, Annabelle. But the real Annabelle isn't like the scary one in the Conjuring movies, she's just an innocent looking Raggedy Anne doll... with very sinister intentions. Ashley also denounces her love of Ed and Lorraine Warren after finding out that Ed was allegedly sleeping with a 15 year old while married to Lorraine (which she apparently knew about), and that he was physically abusive towards Lorraine... Make sure to listen to TSFU Ep. 185- SPOOKY: The Smurl Haunting, The True Story Behind "The Conjuring: Last Rites" for all of the deets on THAT!-Crave more stories involving hauntings, ghosts, demons, aliens, cryptids, conspiracies, curses and lore? Check out these episodes!Episode 10- Vampires: Vlad the Impaler and The Blood Countess Elizabeth BathoryDexter's Conjectures 1- The Curse of King Tut's War TrumpetsDexter's Conjectures 2- All About AliensDexter's Conjectures 4- Cattle MutilationsDexter's Conjectures 7- Crop CirclesEpisode 36- Cursed Movies: The Exorcist and Dementia 13Episode 50- Aliens and Cryptids: The Abduction of Antonio Villas Boas and the Mothman of Point PleasantEpisode 58- Demonic Possession: The Devil Made Me Do It, the True Story Behind The Conjuring 3Episode 63- Conspiracy Theories: The Reptilian Illuminati and the Philadelphia ExperimentEpisode 86- Murder by Exorcism: The Death of Janet MosesEpisode 103- Real Urban Legend: Cropsey and Willowbrook State SchoolBinge or Bust?- Episode 8: Beware the SlendermanEpisode 113- Vampire Panic: The Highgate Cemetery VampireTSFU Halloween Spookysode- "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark"Binge or Bust?- Episode 10: Devil's Road- The True Story of Ed and Lorraine WarrenEpisode 122- Haunting: The True Story Behind "The Conjuring"Feisty Festivals- Episode 3: Fun Religious FestivitiesPatreon Exclusive: Ash and Michelle Do the Bible- Episode 1: Genesis- The Garden of EdenIf you'd like to support my escape to Indonesia, check out the GOFUNDME :)  Audio engineering by Gaytrice Perdue.Research assistance by Ryan Pregent.

Peter Stumpp was arrested accused of being an "insatiable bloodsucker” - which, in 1589, meant he was being accused of being a werewolf. Even stranger… Peter readily admitted to being one.IN THIS EPISODE: For years the doctors couldn't figure out why Wally was coughing so much, why his skin cracked and bled, turning the bedsheets red. They prescribed ointments, antibiotics, decongestants, pain killers. His guts ached for years, too, and even morphine didn't help the pain. He died a wraith, 73 years old. The government says it has no idea what happened to him, but then that's because he worked in Area 51. (Area 51 Killed My Husband) *** Two accounts of Bigfoot are reported from Illinois. But these aren't your typical sightings. They take place in the middle of the night, possibly inside a dream. In fact, they aren't described as Bigfoot – but as a wookie, like Chewbacca from Star Wars. But then, how do you explain the accounts being exactly the same from two complete strangers? (Wookies In Illinois) *** Peter Stumpp was arrested accused of being an "insatiable bloodsucker” - which, in 1589, meant he was being accused of being a werewolf. Even stranger… Peter readily admitted to being one. (The Man Who Went On Trial For Being a Werewolf) *** It's first sighting was described as “half man and half beast, standing about five feet six inches, with a tall pointed head. Whatever it was that he had seen, he was convinced that it was neither a bear nor a monkey.” We take a look at the mysterious creature, the Yeti. (Taking a Look At the Yeti Phenomenon) *** On May 16, 1929, Al Capone was arrested in Philadelphia on gun-carrying charges – but it was a put-up job that unfortunately led to a year in prison and Capone's first encounters with the ghost that he believed haunted him to the grave! (Al Capone and the Ghost of Jimmy Clark) *** Seeing an intruder while in the shower may sound cliché for the movies – but not so much when it happens to you. (Those Strange Fingertips) *** Multiple women have disappeared without a trace from what has become known as Ireland's ‘vanishing triangle'. Their fates still remain a mystery. (The Ireland Vanishings) *** When you see something out of the corner of your eye, simply to turn and not see anything there… is it your imagination, or is something else at work? (From Work to Home) *** The ancient pterodactyl, the legendary thunderbird, the cryptid known as the Mothman: could they all be one and the same? (Is Mothman a Shapeshifter)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = The Foreboding00:01:15.620 = Show Open00:04:36.200 = The Man Who Went On Trial For Being a Werewolf00:18:33.359 = Area 51 Killed My Husband ***00:46:26.361 = Wookie In Illinois ***00:53:02.859 = Is Mothman a Shapeshifter?00:58:01.077 = The Ireland Vanishings01:01:31.452 = From Work To Home01:05:59.360 = Al Capone and the Ghost of Jimmy Clark ***01:15:31.148 = Those Strange Fingertips (From a Weird Darkness listener)01:18:17.144 = The Yeti Phenomenon= Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakSOURCES and RESOURCES:“The Man Who Went On Trial For Being a Werewolf” by Ashley Cowie from Ancient Origins: http://bit.ly/2mh5Qlu“Old Stinker” by Sam George from Ancient Origins: http://bit.ly/31RSNHt“Area 51 Killed My Husband” by Richard Leiby from The Washington Post: https://wapo.st/2lNYbeg“Wookies in Illinois” posted anonymously to PhantomsAndMonsters.com: http://bit.ly/2lT3BVq“Is Mothman a Shapeshifter?” by Nick Redfern for Mysterious Universe: http://bit.ly/2m1A4bV“Al Capone and the Ghost of Jimmy Clark” by Troy Taylor: http://bit.ly/2kbVGC0“Those Strange Fingertips” by Kristine J., submitted at WeirdDarkness.com“The Ireland Vanishings” posted at The Line Up: http://bit.ly/2lGfaiu“From Work to Home” by Thor220 at YourGhostStories.com: http://bit.ly/2m45wX2“Taking a Look at the Yeti Phenomenon” by Nick Redfern for Mysterious Universe: http://bit.ly/2kBC5LG=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. 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Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all things strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold cases, conspiracy theories, and more. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “20 Best Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a blend of “Coast to Coast AM”, “The Twilight Zone”, “Unsolved Mysteries”, and “In Search Of”.DISCLAIMER: Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.#WeirdDarkness, #Werewolf, #PeterStumpp, #TrueCrime, #Paranormal, #TheExorcist, #DarkHistory, #Lycanthropy, #OldStinker, #HistoricalHorror

Este viernes 2 de enero de 2026 comenzamos el año con un menú variado y potente en Crónicas de San Borondón. Recuperamos dos grandes momentos e invitados de esta temporada, los historiadores Adolfo Roitman y Amparo Alba. Roitman, arqueólogo y experto en religiones comparadas Adolfo Roitman, hablará de los Manuscritos del Mar Muerto, de la figura hebrea del Mesías, la historicidad de Jesús y del controvertido tema de la reconstrucción del Tercer Templo. Por su parte, la catedrática emérita de la Universidad Complutense Amparo Alba, experta en historia hebrea, nos ayudará a separar las luces de las sombras en torno a la figura histórica de María. El menú temático lo completarán Ricardo Martín y su sección El Curioseante, dedicada a una de las crytocriaturas más extraña del universo forteano, el Mothman, y Priscila González, que con el comienzo del año nos brinda claves para, de verdad, conseguir que cristalicen en realidades nuestros propósitos.

Two terrifying paranormal testimonies in one epic episode of NDS Chronicles!First, Tori from Pennsylvania shares his childhood encounters in a 200-year-old house where an invisible entity played intense tug-of-war with his blanket — not once, but twice (once with his cousin). What he thought was a "gremlin" as a kid turned into a chilling realization years later.Then, Dylan joins for a deep dive into generational iniquity: his grandfather (Royal Navy diver) recovered a downed craft in the famous Shag Harbour UFO incident, witnessed Hiroshima aftermath, and carried high-rank authority. Dylan unpacks family patterns of rise-and-fall tragedy, a documented seven-generation curse from Native conflict, and teases a horrifying farmhouse encounter with a 6 ft tall pitch-black half-man half-eagle hybrid creature that left a lasting mark.Faith, deliverance, and breaking curses through Christ tie it all together.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro & Tori's Blanket-Pulling Gremlin Begins09:00 - Second Tug-of-War with Cousin14:00 - Paranormal Activity Movie Connection21:00 - Dylan's Family History & Shag Harbour UFO1:54:00 - Pioneer Ancestor & Seven-Generation Curse2:17:00 - Breaking Generational Curses2:25:00 - Tease of 6 Ft Pitch-Black Man-Eagle HybridSubmit your testimony at chroniclesnds@gmail.com or join Patreon for exclusives.Subscribe for true paranormal stories, cryptid sightings, UFO testimonies, demon encounters, and Christian perspectives on the supernatural.Patreon (Watch Live episodes, early & ad free): https://www.patreon.com/NephilimDeathSquadWebsite & Merch: https://nephilimdeathsquad.comListen/Watch:Audio Podcast: nephilimdeathsquad.carrd.co/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NephilimDeathSquadX: https://twitter.com/NephilimDSquadInstagram: https://instagram.com/nephilimdeathsquadFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1AscxBNoH4/ Contact: chroniclesnds@gmail.com TopLobsta:X: https://twitter.com/TopLobstaInstagram: https://instagram.com/TopLobstaMerch: https://TopLobsta.comRaven:X: https://twitter.com/DavidLCorboInstagram: https://instagram.com/ravenofndsMatt Hepner – The Standard Coffee:Instagram: @thestandardclclWebsite: https://www.thestandardclcl.com/ Sponsors/Affiliates:Weld Protein Energy Drink: ​​Drink WeldLittle Palm Coconut Water: Little PalmMilk & Honey Coffee co: Milk & HoneyEllas Popcorn: ellaspopcorn.comRife Tech – https://realsrifetechnology.com/ (Code: NEPHILIM for 10% off)Purge Store – https://purgestore.com/ (Code: NEPHILIM for 10% off)Credits:Intro Animation: @jslashr on XMusic: @Dallas_spitfire on X | https://gmbpod.com/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nephilim-death-squad-biblical-conspiracy--6389018/support.☠️ Nephilim Death Squad — New episodes 5x/week.Join our Patreon for early access, bonus shows & the private Telegram hive.Subscribe on YouTube & Rumble, follow @NephilimDSquad on X/Instagram, grab merch at toplobsta.com. Questions/bookings: chroniclesnds@gmail.com — Stay dangerous.

Guest host Ryan Wrecker and paranormal investigator Richard Estep discuss the elusive winged cryptid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello World! Your favorite podcast host Anthony here with another episode of 50 States of Terror - The American Cryptid Podcast. We travel to the beautiful state of West Virginia. We won't be discussing Mothman or The Flatwoods Monster, but I assure you that I will do a research episode on those in the future. But for right now enjoy some other great cryptids that come from The Mountain State! Thank you all for listening and if you were looking for the GoFundMe, it is below. Grad School GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/1556ab4f3Follow the show! Facebook: 50StatesofTerror Instagram: @50statesofterror Twitter: @50statesterror TikTok: @50sotpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@50statesofterrorEmail: the50sot@gmail.comSupport the show!Patreon: www.patreon.com/50StatesofTerror Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/50sotpodcast Listener Advisory: LanguageSupport the show

Send us a textThe Squad unites this week for a fun weekly chats with our friends around the world. Steven is overly aggressive immediately which seems to rub off on the Swan. Swan brings us the crime report as written by our resource on the, "ground," Angela Tripsalot. This one is super interesting but of course, the Squad makes fun of tragedy. That's how you get through it. Gallows humor baby! This is a report a case out of Virginia that involves accusations that a former IRS agent conspired with his au pair, Juliana Peres Magalhães, to murder his wife, Christine Banfield, and Joseph Ryan on February 24, 2023. Swan was also instructed to work on her broadcast journalist voice. Do you think she was successful? The Dark Lord of Browntown brings us interesting information about a movie about the Mothman that was never released. Was the mafia to blame. Sorry, what mafia????  Mothman: The Film That Never Was is a documentary detailing the chaotic production of a 1997 independent horror film directed by Earthworm Jim creator Doug TenNapel. Shot in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, the original movie was abandoned due to funding loss, bizarre production hurdles, and, as explored in the documentary, alleged threats from local mafia figures. The Beaveman brings us this weeks, "Not So Grand Rounds." Hansen's disease, otherwise known throughout the ages as Leprosy. Let's end the stigma, seek compassion, provide care, and not have intercourse with Armadillos! We're talking to you Florida. And finally, the Swan brings us her attempt at jokes. We know you all look forward to that every week. Throughout the episode, the Beaveman recites the iconic monologue from Quint in the movie Jaws. Probably going to hear some form of that regularly from now on. Thank you to our listener's throughout the world. Your support means everything to us. We hope our podcast helps you get away from the BS for at least an hour or so every week. Support the show

“It was Christmas time.  It was supposed to be a time of happiness, but we had funerals in town.  We couldn't put off the funerals until after Christmas.  They said later, they found a hairline crack in an eyebolt, and once one part went down, the whole bridge went down.” – from the book Bridging The Tragedy by Bill & Jaci KousoulasWhen the Silver Bridge collapsed on December 15, 1967, the tragedy touched the lives of everyone in Point Pleasant, West Virginia.  In the months leading up to the disaster, hundreds of people in the Ohio River Valley reported UFO sightings, psychic events, poltergeist activity, Men in Black and encounters with a flying humanoid that became known as Mothman.  What happens to a community that undergoes this kind of trauma?  Bill & Jaci Kousoulas decided to find out.Richard was fortunate enough to meet Bill & Jaci at the 2025 Mothman Festival in Point Pleasant.  In this interview, Richard talks with them about their initial interest in the case (sparked by the movie The Mothman Prophecies), their paranormal investigations, the concept of “Post Traumatic Growth”, and the people they met in Point Pleasant – many of them first-hand witnesses to the bridge collapse and the Mothman himself – all of which led to the publication of their book Bridging the Tragedy -- Silver Linings In The Mysterious Ohio River Valley.     LINKS:  Buy Bill & Jaci's book “Bridging the Tragedy” here https://www.amazon.com/Bridging-Tragedy-Silver-Linings-Mysterious/dp/B0CGKK5KTC/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2UISTYHW9O71R&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.JGFkN_m1TGe7bsB-M4g1NV0X-SsmyxkAfqfydVAkI4z6qQIdI1EhVVj1HxqXLrXm.elAVktCytqkj6YX87VPcYvE9F4C_LnqmyBHd4r6AhBI&dib_tag=se&keywords=bridging+the+tragedy&qid=1769029017&s=books&sprefix=bridging+the+tragedy%2Cstripbooks%2C168&sr=1-1

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE!Ever feel like the universe can't decide whether it wants to terrify you or mess with you? That's been the reality for Tom Owens, whose life seems permanently balanced between genuine high strangeness and darkly comic timing. From childhood encounters in the woods that went far beyond scraped knees and poison ivy, to late-night disturbances so persistent they nearly pushed him into sleeping in his car, Tom's experiences blur the line between fear and disbelief.Along the way, he's noticed a pattern of coincidences so precise they feel intentional—moments that raise the uncomfortable question of whether reality itself has a sense of humor. Tom also brings a refreshingly unconventional perspective on what ghosts actually are, challenging traditional definitions and assumptions. And when the conversation turns to Mothman and its connection to Point Pleasant, Tom's theories range from amusingly grounded to deeply unsettling.#TheGraveTalks #ParanormalPodcast #TrueGhostStories #HighStrangeness #Mothman #PointPleasant #ParanormalEncounters #LifeAfterDeath #WeirdCoincidences #Unexplained Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

We start with an adult coloring book that absolutely should not exist, featuring what can only be described as animal kamasutra. From there, things escalate into Mothman fan art, questionable farmers market business ideas, and the existential dread of another business trip to Las VegasEVERYTHING Tastes better with Firecracker Farm HOT SALT. Seriously, everything. Check out all the variety of ways to make everything you eat taste better by visiting https://firecracker.farm and use code MILK to save some money while you are there.Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/PIE #trueclassicpod Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code PIE. That's promo code PIE. Visit BlueChew.com for more details and important safety information, and we thank BlueChew for sponsoring the podcast.Download thePrizePicks app today and use code PIE to get $50 in lineups after you play yourfirst $5 lineup! That's code PIE to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup!PrizePicks. It's good to be right.

Throughout history, humanity has reported encounters with harbingers of doom — but none of them have ever actually helped anyone survive. So what use are they?SERMON TRANSCRIPT… https://weirddarkness.com/UselessHarbingersOfDoomWeird Darkness® and Church Of The Undead™ are trademarked. Copyright © 2026.#WeirdDarkness, #COTU, #Mothman, #Paranormal, #ChristianPodcast, #HarbingersOfDoom, #CreepyStories, #BibleProphecy, #ShadowPeople, #TrueScary

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Go check out the original video on Thought Potato's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnV65UHOjTE In this video, we dive deep into the terrifying and mysterious world of the Snallygaster, a legendary cryptid that has haunted the folklore of Maryland and the Appalachian region for centuries. Known for its eerie screeches, massive wingspan, razor-sharp claws, and tentacle-like appendages, the Snallygaster has become one of the most bizarre and terrifying creatures in American cryptid lore. This isn't just another monster story — today we'll break down the history, science, and cultural lore surrounding this strange beast. We'll explore eyewitness accounts from the early 1900s that describe this dragon-like creature swooping down from the skies, attacking livestock, and terrifying rural communities. How did the Snallygaster legend originate? Was it inspired by real-life animal encounters, psychological mass hysteria, or was there something far more sinister stalking the woods and skies of the Mid-Atlantic? This video will also discuss the biological plausibility of a creature like the Snallygaster. Could evolutionary science explain how a reptilian-avian hybrid with octopus-like features could exist? We'll analyze known examples of avian predators, flying reptiles, and even cephalopod physiology to see how something like this cryptid could biologically function. From a scientific perspective, we'll also touch on flight mechanics, predatory adaptations, and environmental factors that could theoretically give rise to such a creature. We won't just stop at biology and science, though. This video will also contain an in-depth discussion about the folkloric roots of the Snallygaster, its connection to German immigrant myths, and how it evolved over time into a staple of American urban legends. We'll explore how the Snallygaster has appeared in pop culture, from books to video games, and how it continues to inspire fear and curiosity today. Whether you're a fan of cryptozoology, urban legends, true crime-style folklore investigations, science-based creature analysis, or horror lore explained videos, this episode has something for you. Expect connected discussions about other flying cryptids like the Jersey Devil, Mothman, and Thunderbirds, as well as psychological and sociological angles on why humans create monsters to explain the unknown. If you love science meets myth, cryptid breakdowns, and deep lore explorations, don't miss this one! Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales and I hope you enjoy Something Was Hunting Them… The Mystery of the Snallygaster Explained Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/RoanokeTalesPatreon #Snallygaster #CryptidLore #CryptidExplained #UrbanLegends #AmericanCryptids #MarylandCryptids #SnallygasterMyth #SnallygasterSightings #CryptidScience #CryptidBiology #FolkloreExplained #TrueCrimeLore #ScienceExplainsCryptids #HorrorLore #Mothman #JerseyDevil #ThunderbirdLegend #AppalachianFolklore #MonsterExplained #FlyingCryptids #CryptidHistory #SnallygasterHorror #WeirdHistory #MonsterMyths #UnsolvedMysteries #Cryptozoology #CryptidDocumentary #MythicalCreatures #StrangeEncounters #FearsomeCreatures #ParanormalLore #AmericanLegends #MysteriousCreatures #LoreDiscussion #FolkloreScience #ScaryLegends #TerrifyingCreatures #HauntedLegends #SupernaturalBeasts #CryptidAnalysis #HorrorExplained #UrbanMyths #LegendaryCreatures #CreepyHistory #BizarreCreatures #FolkHorror #CryptidResearch #ScienceVsMyth #AppalachianCryptids #CryptidPhenomena

Send us a textDearest Coven, what a journey we've been on. Over the past 4 years, 192 episodes (!!) and many many hours of laughs, tears, and everything in between, we've been through so much together. Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end. With much sadness and a lot of thoughtful consideration, we've made the decision to take a break from the podcast. It's hard to find the words for what this show and all of our wonderful, dedicated listeners mean to us. We've flown over Point Pleasant with Mothman (and his hot ass,) made crop circles with little green men, traveled back in time to some of the most infamous crime scenes, and done it all with a side of humor and a glass of wine. It's an incredible thing to find a community of people who are into the same weird shit that we are, and we don't take that for granted. The beautiful thing is that the weird shit will all still be out there, and maybe one day we'll decide we need to talk about it again in a very public way. But until then, keep your inner circles weird. Never stop believing. Always question the government. And most importantly, don't forget to keep it spooky. We love you! Happy haunting!Support the showGet in touch! Follow us on instagram at @easybakecovenpodcastVisit our website at www.easybakecovenpodcast.comGot a spooky story? Send us an email! theeasybakepod@gmail.comThanks for listening, and don't forget to keep it spooky!

Terrifying Midwest Mothman Invasion with Lon Strickler | Untold Radio AM #277 Jan 4, 2026

Step into the dense, fog-covered woods of West Virginia as we uncover the terrifying legend of The Grafton Monster, one of America's most chilling and elusive cryptids. In this deep-dive video, we're taking a scientific and lore-heavy look at a creature that has baffled eyewitnesses, investigators, and cryptozoologists for decades. Reportedly first seen in 1964 near Grafton, West Virginia, this hulking, white-skinned humanoid creature has been described as headless, silent, and utterly massive — a creature that walks the line between myth and misunderstood biology. This episode will explore the complete history and lore of the Grafton Monster, diving into eyewitness accounts, regional folklore, and pop culture appearances including its unsettling presence in Fallout 76. But we won't stop there — we'll break down what this creature could biologically be. Could it be a mutated primate species? A misidentified animal under specific environmental conditions? Or even a government experiment gone wrong? Our speculative biology segment will consider how something like the Grafton Monster could exist in nature, drawing from known science on gigantism, cryptid mimicry, and biological camouflage. If you're a fan of cryptid sightings, unexplained mysteries, paranormal legends, or horror-laced speculative science, then this is the video for you. We'll connect the Grafton Monster's origins with other famous creatures in Appalachian folklore like the Mothman, Sheepsquatch, and Flatwoods Monster — showing just how interconnected these tales might be. We'll also explore the geography and history of Grafton, which may have played a role in the development of these cryptid legends. Expect an immersive blend of science, horror, video game lore, and cultural analysis as we dissect the possible explanations for the creature. Whether you believe in cryptids or not, this video will give you something to think about — from neuropsychological explanations for sightings to the sociocultural impact of cryptid legends on small American towns. We'll even touch on the idea of mass hysteria, optical illusions in dense forest terrain, and whether the Grafton Monster could have been a case of mistaken identity — perhaps even a man pushing a cart, as some skeptics have claimed.

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In November 1966, a winged creature with glowing red eyes began terrorizing the small town of Point Pleasant, West Virginia — and thirteen months later, just ten days before Christmas, the Silver Bridge collapsed during rush hour, killing 46 people returning home from holiday shopping. Was the Mothman a harbinger of doom... or something far more sinister? | WEEK OF DECEMBER 21, 2025 #WDRadio==========HOUR ONE: Most all of us think of Christmas as a time of love, warmth, joy, and charity… but for some, Christmas isn't merry at all… it's murderous. We'll look at some horrific holiday murders and the killers behind them. And more! But first… we visit Point Pleasant, West Virginia during the Holidays of 1967… but we don't see a sleigh and reindeer in the sky… we see a nightmare.==========HOUR TWO: Christmas is supposed to be the merry season with joy and light in the darkness. But many places arehaunted by ghosts and paranormal activity during this time. In fact, many of the ghost stories I'll share tonight are haunted especially around Christmas.==========SUDDEN DEATH OVERTIME: “Rejected Christmas Gift Ends In Murder” *** “The Lawson Christmas Massacre”==========SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM TONIGHT'S SHOW:“Overshadowing Christmas With Tragedy” by Julie Henthorn: https://tinyurl.com/3e2a5dr6“Have Yourself a Very Mothman Christmas”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mrxt43wx“Bruce Pardo: Killer Santa”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8c78vd“Kristy Bamu's Cruel Christmas”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8k3mys“The Tradition of Christmas Ghost Stories”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckzjuwk“Christmas Hauntings”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8ja4rz“The Mistletoe Bride”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/26ak3rxs“Fatima's Harp”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3pe7cne8“A Royal Christmas Haunting”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3fyzhj6p“The Highway Man”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8h68z3“The Brown Lady”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc7z852v==========Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. Background music provided by Alibi Music Library, EpidemicSound and/or StoryBlocks with paid license. Music from Shadows Symphony (https://tinyurl.com/yyrv987t), Midnight Syndicate (http://amzn.to/2BYCoXZ) Kevin MacLeod (https://tinyurl.com/y2v7fgbu), Tony Longworth (https://tinyurl.com/y2nhnbt7), and Nicolas Gasparini (https://tinyurl.com/lnqpfs8) is used with permission of the artists.==========(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for material I use whenever possible. If I have overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it immediately. Some links 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®, WeirdDarkness© 2025==========To become a Weird Darkness Radio Show affiliate, contact Radio America at affiliates@radioamerica.com, or call 800-807-4703 (press 2 or dial ext 250).

En este episodio dos enigmáticas nos cuentan su relación con estos icónicos entes paranormales internacionales. Además te contaremos algunas historias del 'limpia tumbas' de Ciudad de México.En el barrio de Los Naranjos una familia presenció un evento difícil de explicar cuando pasaba por una plaza y.notaron que las hamacas se movían solas.

This week on Sasquatch Odyssey, I'm joined by screenwriter and paranormal podcaster Richard Hatem — the mind behind the screenplay for The Mothman Prophecies and the host of Richard Hatem's Paranormal Bookshelf. Richard and I first crossed paths back in September at the Mothman Festival in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, and I've been excited to get him on the mic ever since.In our conversation, Richard takes us inside his first-ever Mothman Festival experience — the energy, the people, and the strange pull Point Pleasant has on anyone who's even remotely fascinated by the unknown. From there, we dive deep into the making of The Mothman Prophecies: what inspired his approach, how he balanced real-world lore with cinematic storytelling, and the emotional undercurrent he wanted the film to carry. Richard shares what it was like shaping a story that lives in the space between dread, wonder, and grief — and why Mothman remains one of the most haunting and compelling American paranormal legends.We also zoom out into the bigger picture: the strange intersections between Mothman, Bigfoot, UFOs, high strangeness, and the broader paranormal tapestry. Richard offers thoughtful insight into how these phenomena echo each other, why certain stories endure, and what our fascination with the unknown might say about us as human beings.Finally, Richard talks about his show Paranormal Bookshelf and his love for the stories that hide in dusty corners of folklore, eyewitness encounters, and forgotten history — reminding us that the best paranormal discussions aren't just about proving something exists… they're about what these mysteries awaken inside us.If you're into Mothman lore, Bigfoot encounters, or the deeper “why” behind paranormal obsession, this one's for you.Richard Hatem's Paranormal BookshelfGet Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

Bienvenidos al episodio centenario! En este episodio, regresamos al caso que empezó todo!Andrez nos lleva a Point Pleasant, West Virginia, donde en 1966 y 1967, este pueblito se conviertio el epicentro de una serie de sucesos extraños. Testigos aseguraron ver a una figura humanoide con alas gigantes y ojos rojos que observaba, seguía a los habitantes. A esto se sumaron llamadas extrañas, hombres vestidos de negro y un creciente sentimiento de que algo oscuro se acercaba. Todo culminó el 15 de diciembre 1976, cuando el Silver Bridge colapsó, dejando a 46 muertos. Fue alguna advertencia o coicidencia? Envíenos sus propias historias paranormales y/o sugerencia de un case que gustarían escuchar por email a ⁠⁠quespookypodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠Síganos en Instagram, TikTok, y YouTube @quespookypodcast!Y ahora tenemos una tiendita con mercancía! Si quieres apoyarnos, échale un vistazo!https://quespookypodcast-shop.fourthwall.com

Some creatures don't bring death — they just let you know it's coming.IN THIS EPISODE: Throughout history, we've assigned roles for harbingers of doom to various creatures and people. If a black cat crosses your path, it brings bad luck with it. If you see your own doppelganger, you're dangerously close to an untimely end. If the grim reaper makes an appearance, your time is up. And on and on it goes. In small towns in and around the United States and across the world, creatures lurking in the woods, sounds that can be heard at night, are all signs that something terrible is headed your way. These are what are known as “harbingers of doom” – and there are some horrifying events that have been linked to them over the years. (True Stories of Harbingers of Doom) *** The vast emptiness of Arizona can make the imagination do some crazy things – but then add to that an odd, abandoned set of domelike buildings, graffitied with “666”, where dead animals are found regularly, and the imagination might take you past crazy and into terrifying. (Arizona's Roadside Horror) *** Mary Harris waited outside the building where Adoniram Burroughs worked, and when he came out she pulled a gun and shot him at close range – killing him instantly. She then walked off, calmly, as if she had only tossed down and stepped on a used cigarette butt. But the public was on her side once her story was told. (The Case of Mary Harris) *** Weirdo family member Danny Ward tells the true story of what happened to him on a camping trip that turned terrifying. (I Just Wanted To Go Fishing)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:21.953 = True Stories of Harbingers of Doom00:14:57.685 = *** Arizona's Roadside Horror00:19:17.429 = The Case of Mary Harris00:29:06.143 = *** I Just Wanted To Go Fishing (Part 1)00:51:36.960 = *** I Just Wanted To Go Fishing (Part 2)01:08:41.958 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakSOURCES and RESOURCES:“True Stories of Harbingers of Doom” by Jacob Shelton for Ranker's WTF: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/vntuknsn“Arizona's Roadside Horror” by James Watkins for Ozy: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/343ffzt8“The Case of Mary Harris” by Romeo Vitelli for Providentia: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/39mrkk6a“I Just Wanted To Go Fishing” by Danny Ward=====(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: April 07, 2021EPISODE PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/HarbingersOfDoomABOUT 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.#WeirdDarkness, #Mothman, #HarbingersOfDoom, #Paranormal, #Cryptids, #Banshee, #BlackEyedKids, #Chernobyl, #DeathOmens, #TrueScaryStories

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! The Mothman first spread its wings over Point Pleasant, West Virginia, in the 1960s—an era of fear, mystery, and tragedy. After a wave of sightings and supernatural panic, the terror culminated in the catastrophic collapse of the Silver Bridge, cementing Mothman as one of America's most chilling legends. For decades, the creature vanished—until whispers of its return began to surface near Lake Michigan in 2017. Researcher and investigator Tobias Wayland joins the conversation to uncover the truth behind this winged enigma. Are the modern-day encounters with Mothman mere folklore reborn, or is the creature an ancient harbinger of doom following humanity through the decades? From eyewitness accounts to eerie coincidences and mass sightings over the Midwest, this is a story that refuses to fade. Because when the Mothman appears, history suggests tragedy is never far behind. #TheGraveTalks #Mothman #LakeMichiganMothman #Cryptids #CryptidLegends #PointPleasant #SilverBridgeCollapse #ParanormalPodcast #UrbanLegends #Cryptozoology #WingedCreature #HarbingerOfDoom #RealMystery Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! The Mothman first spread its wings over Point Pleasant, West Virginia, in the 1960s—an era of fear, mystery, and tragedy. After a wave of sightings and supernatural panic, the terror culminated in the catastrophic collapse of the Silver Bridge, cementing Mothman as one of America's most chilling legends. For decades, the creature vanished—until whispers of its return began to surface near Lake Michigan in 2017. Researcher and investigator Tobias Wayland joins the conversation to uncover the truth behind this winged enigma. Are the modern-day encounters with Mothman mere folklore reborn, or is the creature an ancient harbinger of doom following humanity through the decades? From eyewitness accounts to eerie coincidences and mass sightings over the Midwest, this is a story that refuses to fade. Because when the Mothman appears, history suggests tragedy is never far behind. #TheGraveTalks #Mothman #LakeMichiganMothman #Cryptids #CryptidLegends #PointPleasant #SilverBridgeCollapse #ParanormalPodcast #UrbanLegends #Cryptozoology #WingedCreature #HarbingerOfDoom #RealMystery Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story: