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In November 1966, two young couples driving through an abandoned World War II explosives facility outside Point Pleasant, West Virginia, encountered something they couldn't explain: a towering humanoid figure with enormous wings and glowing red eyes. Within days, others claimed to see it. Then came strange electrical disturbances, UFO reports, mysterious visitors, and a traveling salesman who said he'd spoken telepathically with a man from another world. The phenomenon became known as Mothman. Thirteen months later, the Silver Bridge collapsed into the Ohio River, killing forty-six people—and permanently transforming a strange series of sightings into an American legend.Tonight, we explore the original Mothman encounters, the high strangeness that surrounded Point Pleasant, and how a catastrophic bridge failure turned a mysterious creature into a supposed harbinger of disaster. Tales from the Shadows Weekend in Lancaster PA CONDEMNED links - https://linktr.ee/CondemnedYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HauntedAmericanHistoryTikTok - @hah_podcasthauntedamericanhistory.comPatreon- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/hauntedamericanhistory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HAH DISCORD - https://discord.com/invite/bJdbpH3hQm Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today we venture (with flashlights on) into the TNT area, a vast abandoned munitions factory in Point Pleasant, West Virginia – where, in the 1960s, people started reporting sightings of a strange, winged creature with red glowing eyes. The creature became known as “the Mothman,” and these sightings generated a legend that has since inspired books, movies, an annual culture, and a thriving Mothman subculture in Point Pleasant. This episode is brought to you in partnership with West Virginia Tourism. For more information on the annual Mothman festival: https://www.mothmanfestival.com/ Trying to see the Mothman yourself? Our guest today Sherri Brake has you covered: https://www.hauntedhistory.net/mothman-haunted-history-walk-of-point-pleasant.html In the mood for scary stories and places? We've got a list for you: https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/guide-to-halloween-travel Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Never happened stories, Mpm of the week, Loud booms and some terrible personalized plates like HELLCAT, RU RLY OK, NO KINGS and more. Join Patreon for an extra episode every week at Patreon.com/jimflorentine.   Tour dates at jim Florentine.com Sept 26 Point Pleasant, NJ Oct. 9,10 Saratoga Springs, NY Oct 15-17 Tampa, FL Oct. 22 Lakewood, OH Oct. 23, 24 Columbus, OH Nov. 7 NYC

The Flatwoods Monster and Mothman turn West Virginia folklore into a road trip after dark. In 1952, Kathleen May's group reported a towering figure on a hillside; in 1966, two couples said a red-eyed creature chased their car near Point Pleasant. Henrique Couto revisits these reported cryptid encounters, the original witness accounts and the meteor, owl and crane explanations. Explore the TNT Area legend and the 2026 Mothman Festival, scheduled for September 19–20. What did those beams of light really reveal—and why do these monster stories still pull us into the dark?Bonus episodes & support: https://weeklyspooky.com/joinMore scary stories: https://weeklyspooky.com/Story submissions: WeeklySpooky@gmail.com

Richard Hatem, writer of the screenplay of “The Mothman Prophecies,” shares the tale of the legendary Mothman, first spotted in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, in 1966. The Mothman is the subject of a book, the aforementioned screenplay, and even a festival! Host of his own podcast, “Richard Hatem's Paranormal Bookshelf,” he also discusses the creepiest book he's ever read, a tale of deceptive spirits. You'll have to listen in to find out more! You can catch bonus content now on the Woo Woo YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WooWooPodcast. Follow us on Instagram! @raedratch @irenebremis @paranormalbookshelfpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're putting a big neon spotlight on THE MOTHMAN COMETH at the ROCHESTER FRINGE FESTIVAL — it's an immersive, interactive horror‑comedy where Richie Schiraldi plays the Mothman and guide you, yes you, through games, rituals, and spooky shenanigans in the dark. Check out the episode on Just Can't Not wherever you get your podcasts or on Lunchador.org!https://player.captivate.fm/episode/d97553f7-b5e6-4458-b565-3daa76d6c0ce/The show runs at THE ROSE ROOM in the South Wedge on September 22nd at 8:30pm and Saturday the 26th at 9pm; tickets are $15 at rochesterfringe.com — don't mothball 'em, grab 'em. For a quick rundown: Mothman lore goes back to a 1966 Point Pleasant sighting — big winged creature, glowing red eyes, bridge collapse, all the good ominous vibes — and in our show that history becomes playful, weird, and oddly cathartic. You'll be in near‑darkness lit by Mothman's giant red LED goggles, l build a little army of minions together, and the audience participation is scaffolded so people feel safe, silly, and maybe a little healed by the end. The piece was developed in Chicago out of mask, movement, and circus backgrounds, so expect a mix of physical theatre, puppetry‑adjacent mask work, and laughable terror. Head over to ROCHESTERFRINGE.COM for tickets — come see how darkness, humor, and a 9‑foot wingspan of theatrical nonsense can actually help you find a little light.Mentioned in this episode:Joe Bean RoastersVisit joebeanroasters.com to get fresh roasted specialty coffee either by the bag or with a Perpetual Joy subscription!

Does the infamous winged harbinger of doom roam outside the wooded ridges of West Virginia? In this gripping special interview, we sit down with a direct eyewitness who shares their terrifying, up-close encounter with the Chicago Mothman. Skip the deep-dive research breakdowns this is a firsthand, unfiltered account straight from someone who stared into those glowing red eyes and lived to tell the tale. Hear how this modern urban flap matches up against classic Appalachian lore, what it feels like to lock eyes with the impossible, and why the legend of the Mothman continues to stretch far beyond Point Pleasant.Have your own story? Send it to us: https://www.spookyappalachia.com/submitastory.phpSign Up For Our Monthly News Letter: https://www.spookyappalachia.com/mailinglist.phpSupport Us On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/spookyappalachiaStay Spooky. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Tinfoil Tales, Brandon is joined by author, illustrator, and Cryptid Empire creator David Hardie to discuss the folklore, culture, and enduring appeal of legendary creatures like Bigfoot, Mothman, the Jersey Devil, Frogman, and more. Rather than debating whether these creatures exist, David explores why these stories continue to resonate across generations. The conversation covers the surprising rise of cryptid culture, how comic books, horror films, and heavy metal helped shape modern monster mythology, and the incredible success of the Mothman phenomenon in Point Pleasant, West Virginia. Visit David Hardie and Cryptid Empire: https://cryptidempire.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tinfoil-tales--6147818/support. Want to be a Guest? If you have a paranormal encounter, conspiracy theory, or unexplained story to share, we'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at tinfoiltalespodcast@gmail.com or use the contact button on our website. http://www.tinfoiltales.com  Let's schedule you for a future episode and dive into the mysteries together! Got Weird Stuff? Have some strange physical evidence you want to share? Mail it to: Tinfoil Tales P.O. Box 302 Peru, IN 46970 Follow Us on Social Media: Stay engaged on Facebook to join the conversation. http://www.facebook.com/tinfoiltales and look for Brandon Tinfoil Tales Explore mysterious visuals on Instagram and share your own experiences. https://www.instagram.com/tinfoiltalespodcast Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Richard Trotter was killed at the Battle of Point Pleasant in 1774, leaving behind his wife, Anne. Instead of living quietly, raising their son, she became a scout and courier on the Appalachian frontier, earning the nickname “Mad Anne” for her fearless rides through dangerous territory before marrying another man she met on the frontier.Her life was full of adventure, including the often told story of her daring mission to bring gunpowder to an isolated frontier fort threatened with attack by the Shawnee.  Behind that story was a real woman who lived an extraordinary life on the Appalachian frontier.This is the story of Mad Anne Bailey, the heroine of West Virginia's Kanawha Valley, another one of the Stories of Appalachia.If you've not done so already, be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app or on our YouTube channel.

Hey folks! We're gearing up to go to the Wet Hot Bad Magic Summercamp next week but after that we're back on our regular schedule! In the meanwhile here's a chat Scott and Richard had just a week ago about his new tour which is also CLOSE ABOARD!>>>>>>>>>>A special episode from our friend Richard Hatem. Richard is the screenwriter behind The Mothman Prophecies and a longtime friend of the show, and he hosts Richard Hatem's Paranormal Bookshelf. He invited Scott onto his podcast to talk about his upcoming Light in the Dark Tour 2026, a 10-day, six-city run of live shows in September that wraps up at the Mothman Festival in Point Pleasant, West Virginia. We liked the conversation enough that we're sharing it here on the main feed.Along the way, Scott and Richard get to such never-before-asked questions as: What scares our dogs? Where will Scott and Forrest be appearing live in September? Did Abbott and Costello get along? Can anyone find Scott's legendary "lost" appearance on Portlandia? Did Richard schedule too many shows on this tour, and will Susan ever forgive him? Find out the answers to these and many more questions on this episode.If you can make it to one of the tour stops, go. Tickets and dates are at the link below.LinksGet tickets to Richard Hatem's Light in the Dark Tour 2026 LIVE: https://www.richardhatemsparanormalbookshelf.com/eventsListen to Richard Hatem's Paranormal Bookshelf: https://www.richardhatemsparanormalbookshelf.com/Support RHPB on Patreon: https://patreon.com/RichardHatemCelebrate 2026 with 26% off all RHPB merch with offer code RHPB26. The discount is pre-applied at this link: https://richardhatem-shop.fourthwall.com/promo/RHPB26Need help with your personal writing projects? Richard is here to help. Get 20% off when you mention RHPB: https://www.richardhatem.com/NotesGet the answer to ALL of your Abbott and Costello questions here: Abbott and Costello Meet the PodcastIs your dog afraid of hiccups, just like Luna? Learn about your dog's weird fears here: Understanding Your Dog's Fear

Our friend Richard Hatem is taking his Paranormal Bookshelf on the road! The Light in the Dark Tour 2026 is an all new live show playing six cities in seven days, September 13th through 19th, and it winds up at the Mothman Festival in Point Pleasant, West Virginia. Richard and Susan Lambert will be at the festival both days selling Mothman and podcast merch, and on Saturday night, September 19th, he's performing an episode of the podcast picked especially for Point Pleasant.Hear Scott and Rich talk about the tour in his most recent post on the RHPB feed:SpotifyApple PodcastsTour Dates and TicketsSunday, September 13: Storm Crow Manor, Toronto, ONMonday, September 14: Padraigs Brewing, Minneapolis, MNTuesday, September 15: The Red Lion Pub, Chicago, ILWednesday, September 16: B Side Lounge, Cleveland Heights, OHThursday, September 17: Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA (FREE SHOW!)Saturday, September 19: Trinity UMC Community Center, Point Pleasant, WV (The Mothman Festival)More from RichardAll Tour Dates and TicketsRichard Hatem's Paranormal Bookshelf on Apple PodcastsRichard Hatem's Paranormal Bookshelf on SpotifyParanormal Bookshelf MerchThe Mothman FestivalTickets for every show but Carnegie Mellon (which MAY not require them, TBD)  are at richardhatemsparanormalbookshelf.com/events, or search Richard Hatem on Eventbrite. Come out and see Richard do his thing!

A bonus episode arrives ahead of the Season 8 finale, which heads into eastern England's A1075 for years of reported beast sightings there. It got us thinking that cryptids aren't just a British story, so this one leaves the UK behind for one of the best documented cryptid cases anywhere: The Mothman of Point Pleasant.Four young people described it first, on a freezing night in November 1966: six or seven feet tall, grey, wings folded against its back, and eyes that didn't reflect the light but burned. It made the front page of their local paper by the next morning, and what followed over the next year ended in tragedy, inspired a Hollywood film, and left a small town on the Ohio River with a legend it's never shaken.Two young couples driving past an abandoned wartime munitions site watched the creature rise vertically off the ground and keep pace above their car at over a hundred miles an hour. Within two days, two more separate groups nearby described the same grey, winged, red eyed figure, including one that followed a young mother onto her porch. A local reporter took five hundred phone calls in a single weekend, and thirteen months later, tragedy struck the town in a way nobody has ever fully explained.The episode follows the sightings, the writer whose own life turned strange while chasing the story, and the folklore, including the legends wrongly attached to Chernobyl, that grew up around Point Pleasant afterwards. A bonus episode to hold you over before Season 8's last case drops. Listen now.Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave us a rating, and drop a review. It really helps the show reach more listeners. Here's where to find more:Support the show: Patreon (patreon.com/hauntedukpodcast) | Ko-fi (ko-fi.com/hauntedukpodcast)Follow us: Instagram @hauntedukpodcast | TikTok @hauntedukpodcast | X @hauntedukpodWebsite: https://hauntedukpodcast.com/Produced by Pink Flamingo Sound Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! PART TWOThe 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 #RealMysteryLove 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 #RealMysteryLove 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:

STRANGE MYSTERIES Episode #21 with Steve Stockton - "Some doors to the past were never meant to be opened—and some who walked through them never returned." Welcome to Strange Mysteries, the ongoing anthology series dedicated to the world's most baffling historical enigmas, unsolved disappearances, and eerie phenomena. Presented in a classic, deep-dive documentary format, each volume explores the archival shadows where conventional history breaks down and the unexplained begins. From ships found drifting empty on frozen seas to ancient messages carved into desert clay, we examine the facts, the folklore, and the disturbing questions left behind.

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Want more exclusive content?! http://prometheuslens.supercast.com to sign up for the "All Access Pass" and get early access to episodes, private community, members only episodes, private Q & A's, and coming documentaries. We also have a $4 dollar a month package that gets you early access and an ad free listening experience!==================== Unlock the mysteries behind the legendary Mothman and discover why this cryptid has become a pop culture phenomenon. From government cover-ups to Native American curses, this episode dives deep into the folklore, sightings, and extraordinary theories surrounding the creature that might be more than just an urban legend. You'll hear about the 1960s flap of sightings, the Silver Bridge tragedy, and the sinister men in black who seem to patrol these supernatural events.Join cryptid expert David Hardy—author of two captivating books and a passionate illustrator—as he unpacks the complex history, wild theories, and the cultural impact of Mothman.You'll learn about the Native American Chief Cornstalk's curse linked to the region's ongoing calamities, the connection to Thunderbird sightings, and the strange phenomena that have persisted for over 50 years. David shares his insights on how these sightings could tie into ancient history, extraterrestrial activity, and even the possibility of shape-shifting spirits.This episode isn't just about cryptids—it's a whirlwind through American folklore, conspiracy, and unexplained phenomena. Why do Mothman sightings spike around disasters? Could this creature be a harbinger of doom—or something else entirely? You'll also hear about the crazy viral stories, the iconic Point Pleasant festival, and the juvenile humor that keeps the legend alive with the “shiny hiney” statue.Perfect for thrill-seekers, history buffs, and believers in the supernatural, this episode will leave you questioning the reality we take for granted.If you're ready to explore the darker corners of American myth and uncover secrets lurking just beneath the surface, hit play now and step into the unknown.Ceaseless mystery, cultural phenomena, and the possibility of ancient curses—this is the story of Mothman that you won't want to miss.Find David Hardy's books and shirts at cryptidempire.com, and support the ongoing exploration of these extraordinary legends. Get ready to have your mind blown—because the truth might be stranger than fiction.====================

In this episode, we sit down with Jaci and Bill Kousoulas of Phenomenology Research Professionals (PRP). Jaci, a retired USPS Postmaster, business owner, and data analytics specialist, and Bill, who holds a PhD in psychology with a focus on positive psychology and post-traumatic growth, are qualitative researchers exploring the intersections of psychology, spirituality, trauma, and the paranormal.Together they authored Bridging the Tragedy: Silver Linings in the Mysterious Ohio River Valley, a study of the 1967 Silver Bridge collapse in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, the preceding Mothman sightings, and how communities experience growth after disaster.The couple shares their personal paranormal encounters—from ghostly apparitions and psychic phenomena to Jaci's striking experience with a gnome-like entity that seemed to follow them home. Bill's lifelong interest in the unexplained was ignited by the Project UFO TV series and deepened by the film The Mothman Prophecies.The conversation dives into the Mothman phenomenon and the Ohio River Valley's 13-month wave of high strangeness (UFOs, Men in Black, poltergeist activity) leading up to the tragic Silver Bridge collapse that claimed 46 lives. Jaci and Bill recount their extensive interviews with family members, survivors, locals, and witnesses who saw Mothman before and after the event, including conversations with figures like Jeff Wamsley (owner of the Mothman Museum) and others connected to the tragedy.They discuss post-traumatic growth—the positive transformations that can emerge from tragedy—and their broader work on how paranormal experiences often intertwine with trauma. Expect compelling stories, thoughtful analysis, and insights into one of America's most enduring mysteries.www.prpconnect.orgGear up and get freaky with official Let's Get Freaky merchandise! Our spooky-cool collection features hoodies, t-shirts, mugs, stickers, and more—perfect for showing your love of the paranormal while staying comfy and stylish. Dive into the full range now: https://tee.pub/lic/wX4lEJj3DMIGot a mind-blowing paranormal encounter, cryptid sighting, UFO experience, or any high-strangeness story that still gives you chills? We want to hear it—and we want YOU on the show! Become a guest on Let's Get Freaky and share your true story with our growing freaky community. Drop us a line at: letsgetfreakypodcast@mail.com Or slide into our DMs on socials: Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, or YouTube → @tcletsgetfreakypodcast.

Dave Sturchio & Tommy Dee are back inside Stellar19 Studios to bring you the latest episode of 'The Fight Factory Wrestling Podcast"! The War On The Shore 3 has come and gone, hear about the feedback they're getting along with their reactions on some of the amazing moments on the beach of Point Pleasant. Grayson Waller returned to NXT with a STATEMENT! The fellas discuss this promo! Busted Open on Sirius gets purchased and partners with WWE! What does this mean for the future of radio. Do you have any artifacts that you'd LOVE to have from pro wrestling history?? They close the show with that! Enjoy!! #WWE #WarOnTheShore3 #GraysonWaller #FightFactoryWrestling

Steve Stockton's STRANGE MYSTERIES Episode #18 - We build our lives on the assumption that the world around us follows a strict, unbreakable set of rules. But every so often, the universe leaves a crack in the foundation. Welcome back to the channel. I'm Steve Stockton, and today we are opening the files on 10 of the most heavily documented, widely witnessed, and fiercely debated paranormal mysteries in recorded history. These aren't campfire stories or rumors. From physical landing gear impressions left in the New Mexico desert to official police reports of poltergeist activity in Spain, these are the cases that stumped scientists, terrified authorities, and fractured our understanding of reality. Grab your boots, step into the shadows, and let's walk and see into the unknown. Which of these mysteries keeps you up at night? Let me know your theories in the comments below. If you enjoyed this deep dive into the unexplained, please hit the LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE, and ring the notification bell so you never miss a new case file. Stay curious, and as always... keep your eyes on the skies. In This Epsisode: 1. The Moving Coffins of the Chase Vault (1812–1820) 2. The Miracle of the Sun in Fátima (1917) 3. The Mothman of Point Pleasant (1966) 4. The Phoenix Lights Mass Sighting (1997) 5. The Vallecas Case Police Report (1991) 6. The Enfield Poltergeist Investigation (1977) 7. The Betz Mystery Sphere (1974) 8. The Shag Harbour UFO Crash (1967) 9. The Rendlesham Forest Incident (1980) 10. Officer Lonnie Zamora's Socorro Encounter (1964)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.

In this episode of Spooky Appalachia, we confront the legend head-on through the eyes of those who claim to have survived an encounter with the Mothman. We explore three distinct, harrowing experiences: a high-stakes, paralyzing roadside confrontation in rural Tennessee; a fog-drenched, unsettling night in the hollers of Point Pleasant; and an inexplicable mid-90s sighting at an Ohio gas station that forever changed a skeptic's perspective.These aren't just stories of shadows and mist—they are accounts of being studied by something with intelligence, intensity, and an unnatural, wing-spanned presence that defies biological explanation. Whether you believe these are encounters with an interdimensional entity, a piece of living folklore, or something else entirely, these testimonies will make you think twice the next time you drive a lonely road after dark.Have your own story? Send it to us: https://www.spookyappalachia.com/submitastory.phpSign Up For Our Monthly News Letter: https://www.spookyappalachia.com/mailinglist.phpSupport Us On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/spookyappalachiaStay Spooky. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

STRANGE MYSTERIES Episode #18 with Steve Stockton - We build our lives on the assumption that the world around us follows a strict, unbreakable set of rules. But every so often, the universe leaves a crack in the foundation. Welcome back to the channel. I'm Steve Stockton, and today we are opening the files on 10 of the most heavily documented, widely witnessed, and fiercely debated paranormal mysteries in recorded history. These aren't campfire stories or rumors. From physical landing gear impressions left in the New Mexico desert to official police reports of poltergeist activity in Spain, these are the cases that stumped scientists, terrified authorities, and fractured our understanding of reality. Grab your boots, step into the shadows, and let's walk and see into the unknown. Which of these mysteries keeps you up at night? Let me know your theories in the comments below. If you enjoyed this deep dive into the unexplained, please hit the LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE, and ring the notification bell so you never miss a new case file. Stay curious, and as always... keep your eyes on the skies. In This Epsisode: 1. The Moving Coffins of the Chase Vault (1812–1820) 2. The Miracle of the Sun in Fátima (1917) 3. The Mothman of Point Pleasant (1966) 4. The Phoenix Lights Mass Sighting (1997) 5. The Vallecas Case Police Report (1991) 6. The Enfield Poltergeist Investigation (1977) 7. The Betz Mystery Sphere (1974) 8. The Shag Harbour UFO Crash (1967) 9. The Rendlesham Forest Incident (1980) 10. Officer Lonnie Zamora's Socorro Encounter (1964)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.

Reality INspyrd | Shadow Work, Homecoming & Everything Is Working Out for You | Ashley Inspyrz Hey firefly. This one is raw, real, and full of every kind of life. ✨ The ring light popped out of the socket with smoke. The laptop wouldn't turn on. The electric felt hot. And we showed up anyway — because that is what we do. In This Episode: Playing dad's singing bowl and sitting with his sacred objects The cross-country drive — fires leaving LA, the teacup fire in Sedona on solstice, chemical haze in Kansas, a purple Jeep postmaster who saved Ashley from a $500 fine on a flooded dirt road Carrying dad's ashes across the country and feeling more connected to him than ever Recognizing the daddy wound in real time — a boy who said he'd come at 10am, the anxious waiting, and the shadow work that opened up on the bike path Finally saying I'm pissed and meaning it — growth in the lesson Identifying and releasing the loser energy carried in LA Dad's amputation in February and the anger at what felt like giving up The ex who left the LA apartment destroyed — mold, wood chips, a $2,500 junk removal — and calling his mother to sort it out Soul softening in Point Pleasant — sleeping well, no alarm, surrounded by people who love her Reconnecting with someone not seen in 25 years and the heart coming alive again The auspicious day ahead and a message for anyone carrying suffering right now The broken toilet story featuring Mom with her hands in the tank A self-tape audition and stepping into a new portal of action Ashley's Message for You: The struggle. The heartache. The fear. The abandonment. The grief. The betrayal. You can let it go. You do not need to suffer any longer. It is all happening for you. It is all exactly as it is meant to be. You are here for a reason. You get to walk the face of this planet right now. Let that mean something. There is heartache — and you love again. There is fear — and you do it anyway. Because you can. Because you are capable. And so am I. Tools Ashley Uses: RTT Hypnosis for recalibration when short or triggered Meditation + breathwork to come back to center Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo protection mantra to open Reality INspyrd is where Ashley spills the tea on the reality we are living in and co-creating — mind, body, energy, and everything in between. If this episode touches you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear that everything is working out for them

Jaci and Bill Kousoulas July 16th, 2026, Thursday, 6 PM ET Topic: Mothman Tragedy: The Untold Story of Loss, Mystery, and Post-Traumatic Growth BIO Jaci and Bill Kousoulas Jaci, a retired USPS Postmaster and current business owner/operator, is a holistic teacher and lecturer specializing in Reiki, Crystals, and Research. Bill, a seasoned professional with 30 years of experience in sales and sales management and holds degrees in English and Psychology. Our shared mission is to assist others by delving into research, crafting insightful writings, and publishing books that explore growth after trauma and related subjects. Additionally, both of us harbor a profound fascination with the paranormal – Jaci as an experiencer and Bill as an unwavering student. In 2021, we embarked on a research journey to investigate the 1967 Silver Bridge Disaster. This catastrophic event was preceded by a thirteen-month paranormal onslaught featuring UFOs, Men in Black, Cattle Mutilations, and Poltergeist activity. Notably, over 100 reports described a black, winged being known as Mothman. The culmination of our eighteen-month qualitative study, titled "Bridging the Tragedy: Silver Linings in the Mysterious Ohio River Valley," showcases interviews with several Point Pleasant natives, including Jeff Wamsley, Denny Bellamy, and Andy Colvin. Our upcoming book will delve deeper into the connection between trauma and paranormal experiences, extending beyond the confines of the Ohio River Valley. We extend a warm welcome into our lives and eagerly anticipate hearing from you! Feel free to reach out, and let's connect. Social Media: Website: https://www.prpconnect.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhenomenologyResearchProfessionals United Public Radio & UFO Paranormal Radio www.uprntalkradio.com

What is really haunting Point Pleasant, West Virginia? Emily Mittermeier joins us to share a lifetime of bizarre paranormal encounters and unexplained experiences. As a frequent visitor to Point Pleasant, West Virginia, the legendary home of the Mothman, Emily has spent countless nights exploring haunted locations, abandoned sites, and areas connected to one of America's most famous cryptid legends.During her investigations, she has experienced strange voices, unexplained activity, eerie feelings of being watched, and encounters that continue to defy explanation. But what happens at the end of this interview may be one of the most shocking stories ever shared on From The Shadows Podcast about the area.Could Point Pleasant still be a hotspot for paranormal activity? Is there something lingering around the famous Mothman locations? Or, is there an even darker mystery hiding in the shadows?Join us as Emily shares her incredible experiences and decide for yourself.You can find Emily's travels athttps://www.instagram.com/atravelingspirit924her cryptid-inspired candle line, Outer Realms Bathworkshttps://www.instagram.com/outerrealmscandlesand her vintage store https://www.instagram.com/atravelingspiritvintageIf you enjoy stories about Bigfoot, Dogman, Mothman, ghosts, UFOs, and the unexplained, be sure to like, hype, subscribe, comment, and share this episode.Support our channel by becoming a YouTube member for special emojis, members only lives, new Ozark Howler episodes, and bonus paranormal episodes. Click the JOIN button under this video. Join us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/fromtheshadowsVisit our Merch Shop https://www.fromtheshadowspodcast.com/shop/ Follow us on:TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fromtheshadowspodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/fromtheshadowspodcastInstagram - Shane Grove - https://www.instagram.com/shanegroveauthor Instagram - Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/fromtheshadowspodcastd mysteries.#Mothman #PointPleasant #Paranormal #GhostHunting #Cryptids #WestVirginia #WV #Folklore #Haunted

Send us a Question!PARTY PLEASER:Shirleon & Kathryn join Melvin to summarize Frogman, a surprise found-footage horror feature from 2023 about the Loveland Frogman! The three discuss their familiarity with Frogman, the inherent qualities of Found-Footage narratives, and whether they're frog people or rat people!Topics:(PATREON EXCLUSIVE) 33-minutes describing three cryptids, exploring their history, and deciding, "Do we believe?". (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)Asking the important questions: what's Frogman, and is he a swamp-mermaid?Each scene cleverly employs a new framing device, helping the film keep a healthy forward momentum.So... what does the gang think about the film's characters?The interview section of the film is when Melvin thought to himself, "Oh, like, this is a competent, real found-footage film, not just some Tubi-esque feature. Nice."Frogman is a real cryptid, but some of the environmental stuff in Frogman isn't. Kathryn shares why that may be.Does the Found-Footage genre typically result in a main character's self-destruction?Recommendations:Episode Thirteen by Craig DiLouie (2023) (Book)Old Gods of Appalachia (2019 - X) (Podcast)Hokum (2026) (Movie) Support the showSupport on Patreon for Unique Perks! Early access to uncut episodes Vote on a movie/show we review One-time reward of two Cinematic Doctrine Stickers & PinsSocial Links: ThreadsWebsiteInstagramLetterboxdFacebook Group 

Every state in the Union has its own creepy collection of urban legends — haunted playgrounds and vampires, cryptids and cursed roads, black-eyed children and shape-shifting monsters — and we're crossing all fifty to find the eeriest tale each one has to tell.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/StateLegendsREAD or DOWNLOAD the full transcript of this episode: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/StateLegendsLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://weirddarkness.com/wdapps*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mv357ex6, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckpd7md,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3k9anyn3, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3ahdkmkc,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3kmnpahx, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckpebp7,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8s3eny, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2bz4zr7b,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5e9whsm4, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p83tczx(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.)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: August 29, 2023Every state in America is hiding something. Cross the country from Alabama to Wyoming and you'll find a haunted playground where swings move on their own, a vampire buried in a Colorado cemetery, a goat-headed man lurking under a Kentucky railroad trestle, and black-eyed children knocking on car windows in Texas. Some of these urban legends are pure fiction. Others have a disturbing amount of truth buried underneath them — which is exactly what makes them stick.This episode of Weird Darkness travels through all fifty states to uncover the eeriest tale each one has to tell. There's the Alaskan Triangle, where thousands have vanished without a trace, and the shape-shifting otter people the Tlingit say are responsible. There's Resurrection Mary, the ghostly hitchhiker still searching for a dance partner outside Chicago. There's the Villisca ax murders, an unsolved 1912 slaughter that turned a family home into a haunted museum. There's Mothman over Point Pleasant, the skunk ape in the Everglades, the Jersey Devil in the Pine Barrens, and Bigfoot stalking the forests of the Pacific Northwest.Cryptids and creepy clowns. Cursed roads and phantom trains. Witches, wendigos, and vampires. Alien crash sites and portals to hell. You'll meet the "watcher" who terrorized a New Jersey family through the mail, the Bunny Man of Virginia, Walking Sam on the Pine Ridge Reservation, and the Candy Lady of rural Texas. Whether these stories were born around a campfire or dragged out of something that really happened, they've survived because nobody can quite prove they're not true.So bolt your doors, lock your windows, and find out what's whispered about in your own backyard — because every state in the Union has its own creepy collection of urban legends, and some of them might be closer than you think.

Lakewood Morning Briefing — Thursday, July 2, 2026 | Zmanim, NWS New Jersey and MoreLakewood, New Jersey (ZIP 08701)Hebrew Date: 17 Tammuz 5786 | Shiva Asar B'Tammuz (Tzom Tammuz — FAST DAY)Parashat Pinchas━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━FAST OF TAMMUZ — 17 TAMMUZ 5786━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Fast began: Alot HaShachar — 3:46 AM EDTFast ends tonight: • Standard (42 min after sunset): 9:11 PM EDT • Machmir (50 min after sunset): 9:19 PM EDT━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━TODAY'S ZMANIM — ZIP 08701━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Alos HaShachar (Dawn): 3:46 AMMisheyakir (Earliest Talis & Tefillin): 4:21 AMNetz HaChama (Sunrise): 5:31 AMLatest Krias Shma: 9:14 AMLatest Tefila: 10:29 AMChatzos (Halachic Midday): 1:00 PMEarliest Mincha: 1:37 PMShkiah (Sunset): 8:29 PM━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━NWS MOUNT HOLLY FORECAST DISCUSSION━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Extreme Heat Warning in effect. Heat indices exceeding 105°F, potentially reaching 115°F.Strong mid-level ridge over Mississippi Valley/Ohio Valley/Great Lakes.Friday downsloping effect from westerly/northwesterly winds will intensify heat.Slight Risk (2/5) for severe weather Friday and Saturday — damaging winds primary threat.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━KIDS ACTIVITIES — JULY 2, 2026━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Indoor/air-conditioned options strongly recommended — Extreme Heat Warning in effect:1. Ocean County Library — Free summer programming, fully air-conditioned2. Jersey Shore Premium Outlets (Tinton Falls) — Indoor, family-friendly shopping3. Point Pleasant area aquarium — Indoor air-conditioned exhibits4. Local community center indoor pools (check your shul bulletin)5. Six Flags Great Adventure (Jackson NJ) — Go early morning before peak heat━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━WEATHER HISTORY — JULY 2━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━July 2, 1934: During the height of the Dust Bowl, a massive black blizzard swept across the central and southern United States. Enormous walls of dust traveled as far as Washington D.C., and fine Great Plains soil was deposited on ships hundreds of miles out in the Atlantic Ocean.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━TOMORROW'S ZMANIM — FRIDAY, JULY 3 (18 TAMMUZ)━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Alos HaShachar: 3:46 AMMisheyakir: 4:22 AMNetz HaChama (Sunrise): 5:32 AMLatest Krias Shma: 9:16 AMLatest Tefila: 10:31 AMChatzos: 1:01 PMEarliest Mincha: 1:38 PMShkiah (Sunset): 8:29 PM━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━SHABBOS TIMES — SHABBAT PARASHAT PINCHAS━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Hadlakas Neiros (Candle Lighting): Friday, July 3 — 8:11 PM EDT (18 min before sunset)Havdalah: Saturday, July 5 — 9:19 PM EDT (50 min after sunset of 8:29 PM)━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ABOUT THIS PODCAST━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Morning forecasts at 7 AM every day on Spreaker, plus historical weather deep-dives every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 AM CDT.$5/month keeps this going — support the show at spreaker.com/podcast/weather-with-enthusiasm--4911017/supportTags: weather, zmanim, Lakewood, New Jersey, NWS, morning briefing, forecast, Jewish times, Ocean County, Tzom TammuzWeather with Enthusiasm is produced by Kol Simcha Productions.New episodes drop daily (B'N)— a morning forecast at 7 AM and historical deep dives Tuesdays and Thursdays. Contact: kolsimchaproductions@outlook.comHistorical content is thoroughly researched and factually verified. After it has been factually verified it often will say so in the description. Should you find any mistakes, please email kolsimchaproductions@outlook.com so we can look into it and correct it. Not affiliated with any government agency or academic institution. Presented for educational and entertainment purposes — with meaning.Support the show — exclusive bonus episodes available to subscribers for just $2/month at spreaker.com/organization/kol-simcha

With less than 2 weeks to go until the third installment of "The War On The Shore", Fight Factory Co-Owner Chris Payne & Fight Factory's Consigliere Tommy Tequila are joined by stand up Comedian Mike Figs at "The Stand Comedy Club" in NYC for "The War On The Shore 3" Press conference ! Joining the fun was M.A.D.E. , Sent2Slaughter, Vargas, Rico Gold, and, an uninvited guest in Nikos Rikos. Find out how it all went down as we get you ready for "The War On The Shore 3" LIVE on July 14th, from Martell's Tiki Bar in Point Pleasant, NJ! #MartellsTikiBar #WarOnTheShore #FightFactoryWrestling Support All Things Mile21 Media by subscribing to the Channel and following along on IG @Mile21Media - And for all your podcasting and rental needs, Follow @Stellar19Studios on IG to rent space to create your own show with Mile21 Media!

Cryptid folklore and encounters shape regional identity across America. Why do certain monsters become inseparable from the places that claim them?In this Thursday Thrills episode, Henrique Couto explores how the Jersey Devil haunts the Pine Barrens, Mothman defines Point Pleasant, and the Chupacabra became a symbol of rural fear. Discover why local legends aren't just scary stories—they're the mythology that communities use to understand themselves and their land. A dark journey through cryptid encounters that reveal us as much as they terrify us.

Two massive black figures sprint across a highway near Memphis just seconds before a tractor-trailer reaches them.What happened next made the witness realize these were not people.In this intense episode of Bigfoot Society, Dan shares years of encounters gathered while traveling and working across the eastern United States. His experiences include giant footprints near a remote South Carolina tree farm, terrifying vocalizations behind his trailer in Shelby, North Carolina, strange movement near Point Pleasant's abandoned TNT bunkers, and unsettling discoveries inside the eerie remains of Centralia, Pennsylvania.Dan describes silent movement in the woods, deep guttural sounds echoing through creek beds, broken trees, possible trackways, and nighttime encounters that happened disturbingly close to where people live.

For more than a year, a seven-foot creature with glowing red eyes and folded wings terrorized Point Pleasant, West Virginia—and just weeks after the sightings stopped, the Silver Bridge collapsed and killed 46 people, leaving the town to wonder whether the Mothman had been a monster, a warning, or something far worse.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources and full transcript): https://weirddarkness.com/RedEyesOfMothmanREAD or DOWNLOAD the full transcript of this episode:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8s2fxtFEATURED STORIES IN THIS EPISODE: Most everyone is familiar with the King James Bible, but did you know that King James also wrote a book on demonology during the witch hunts and trials? (The King James Book of Demonology) *** Her gravestone, decorated with a cross and flowers, reads “Jerrilynn S. Mullins — Beloved wife and best friend.” It could also be added, “a victim of a crime that will likely never be solved.” (The Unsolved Mystery of Jerrilyn Mullins) *** It was on November 15th 1966 that Point Pleasant, West Virginia had its first experience with what later became known as the Mothman. Many believe it was either the cause of a horrific bridge collapse, or perhaps a harbinger of the doom that was soon to come. The mystery remains to this day – as do some of the eerie happenings in the area. (Mothman Attacks) ** 17-year-old Kendrick Johnson was found dead in his high school's gym – but the circumstances of his death have brought more questions than answers. Was Kendrick's death a tragic accident – or cold-blooded murder? (The Mysterious Death of Kendrick Johnson)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:56.519 = Mothman Attacks00:12:50.814 = The Mysterious Death of Kendrick Johnson ***00:32:56.273 = Unsolved Mystery of Jerrilyn Mullins ***00:44:05.678 = The King James Book of Demonology ***00:54:07.021 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://weirddarkness.com/wdapps*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:“The Mysterious Death of Kendrick Johnson” from The Scare Chamber: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/dkuavkb3“The King James Book of Demonology” by Jacob Shelton for Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/34vaad3z“Mothman Attacks” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5ac64hhn“The Unsolved Mystery of Jerrilyn Mullins” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/224xc2w7(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.)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: November 15, 2021This episode of Weird Darkness, hosted by Darren Marlar, moves from a winged cryptid haunting a West Virginia river town to a Georgia teenager found dead inside a rolled wrestling mat, a Minnesota newlywed who vanished from a restaurant parking lot, and a king of England who wrote a manual on demons.It opens with the Mothman, first reported on November 15, 1966, when two young married couples driving past an abandoned World War II TNT plant near Point Pleasant, West Virginia, spotted a six- or seven-foot gray figure with folded wings and glowing red eyes that rose into the air and pursued their car down Highway 62 at over 100 miles per hour. That same night, contractor Newell Partridge of Salem watched his television fill with a strange pattern before his dog Bandit chased two red eyes toward the hay barn and disappeared forever, and the next day Roger Scarberry described passing a large dog's body near the city limits that was gone minutes later. Over the following year roughly 100 people, including Marcella Bennett, reported the creature alongside UFO sightings and men in black, and on December 15, 1967, the 700-foot Silver Bridge linking Point Pleasant to Ohio collapsed during rush hour and killed 46 people, cementing the belief that the Mothman had been a harbinger of the disaster.From there the episode turns to Kendrick Johnson, the 17-year-old three-sport athlete found dead on January 11, 2013, stuffed head-down inside a rolled wrestling mat in the old gym at Lowndes High School in Valdosta, Georgia. Investigators ruled the death an accidental positional asphyxia, theorizing the boy fell in reaching for a shoe, but his 19-inch shoulders could not fit through the mat's 14-inch opening, an hour of footage from all four gym cameras was missing and altered, and his organs were found removed and replaced with newspaper. A second and third autopsy revealed blunt force trauma to his neck and right chest, a fabricated confession recording sold to his family for $1,000 was exposed as a hoax by Sheriff Ashley Paulk, and the case, which once entangled FBI agent Randy Bell's sons Brandon and Brian Bell, was officially reopened on March 10, 2021.Vanishing from a restaurant parking lot is what happened next to Jerrilyn Mullins, a 28-year-old Oakdale, Minnesota, newlywed who left the dinner table at a Chi Chi's in Richfield around 9:00 p.m. on November 15, 1978, and was last seen by her husband's coworker Patrick Melbourne, who said he drove her 22 miles back to a Howard Johnson's and left her there. Her decomposed body surfaced in a Lake Elmo swamp on June 30, 1979, identified through dental records and jewelry, with two autopsies unable to determine a cause of death though her stomach contents placed her killing within an hour of leaving the restaurant. Melbourne, who carried a long record of sexual assault allegations and was later convicted of crimes against a 10-year-old girl, remained the prime suspect; husband Ron Mullins lost a 1989 wrongful-death civil suit for lack of evidence, and the Washington County case stayed unsolved when Melbourne died in 2015.The episode closes with King James VI and I, who returned from a 1589 trip to Denmark obsessed with witchcraft and published Daemonologie in 1597, the only treatise of its kind written by a reigning monarch. In its pages he catalogued the signs of demonic possession, describing superhuman strength exceeding six men, iron-hard skin that could not be pierced, and victims speaking languages they never learned, while arguing that demons inhabit the corpses of the pious and that only prayer and fasting, not Catholic ritual, could repel them. He acknowledged werewolves as men suffering an excess of melancholy rather than cursed creatures, dismissed fairies as illusions sent by the Devil, fixed the ratio of female to male witches at 20 to 1 by reasoning that women were more easily deceived as Eve had been, and produced a work that fueled the European and colonial witch hunts and shaped the weird sisters of William Shakespeare's Macbeth.

West Virginia has long been known as Mothman country, but the state's unexplained history reaches far beyond Point Pleasant. In this episode of Phantoms & Monsters Radio, Lon Strickler presents a chilling collection of strange reports from the mountains, forests, mining communities, and backroads of West Virginia and the greater Appalachian region.These accounts include the infamous Vegetable Man of Grant Town, a possible winged omen connected to the 1934 McDunn mine-train disaster, a tall skeletal “Stickman” seen near Harpers Ferry, a bizarre upright deer encounter, Bigfoot-like activity in the Seneca Creek and Spruce Knob backcountry, a terrifying mountain giant with glowing golden eyes, a massive wolf-like creature in the Appalachian borderland, a tiny cloaked Glimmer Man-type figure in Beaver, West Virginia, and a disturbing Black-Eyed Kids encounter in Glade Springs.Are these reports examples of cryptid activity, interdimensional contact, ancient Appalachian folklore, spiritual warnings, or something even stranger?Join Lon as he examines these unsettling cases and explores why West Virginia remains one of the most mysterious and high-strangeness regions in America.Featured cases include:• The Vegetable Man of Grant Town• The Powellton winged omen and the McDunn mine-train explosion• The Stickman near Harpers Ferry• The upright deer or “Deer God” encounter• The Seneca Creek / Spruce Knob backcountry presence• The 10-foot figure with golden eyes• The full moon howl and black wolf-like creature• The tiny cloaked figure of Beaver, West Virginia• The Black-Eyed Kids of Glade SpringsVisit Phantoms & Monsters for more eyewitness reports, investigations, and Fortean research.Please like, comment, subscribe, and share your own unexplained encounter.

West Virginia has long been known as Mothman country, but the state's unexplained history reaches far beyond Point Pleasant. In this episode of Phantoms & Monsters Radio, Lon Strickler presents a chilling collection of strange reports from the mountains, forests, mining communities, and backroads of West Virginia and the greater Appalachian region.These accounts include the infamous Vegetable Man of Grant Town, a possible winged omen connected to the 1934 McDunn mine-train disaster, a tall skeletal “Stickman” seen near Harpers Ferry, a bizarre upright deer encounter, Bigfoot-like activity in the Seneca Creek and Spruce Knob backcountry, a terrifying mountain giant with glowing golden eyes, a massive wolf-like creature in the Appalachian borderland, a tiny cloaked Glimmer Man-type figure in Beaver, West Virginia, and a disturbing Black-Eyed Kids encounter in Glade Springs.Are these reports examples of cryptid activity, interdimensional contact, ancient Appalachian folklore, spiritual warnings, or something even stranger?Join Lon as he examines these unsettling cases and explores why West Virginia remains one of the most mysterious and high-strangeness regions in America.Featured cases include:• The Vegetable Man of Grant Town• The Powellton winged omen and the McDunn mine-train explosion• The Stickman near Harpers Ferry• The upright deer or “Deer God” encounter• The Seneca Creek / Spruce Knob backcountry presence• The 10-foot figure with golden eyes• The full moon howl and black wolf-like creature• The tiny cloaked figure of Beaver, West Virginia• The Black-Eyed Kids of Glade SpringsVisit Phantoms & Monsters for more eyewitness reports, investigations, and Fortean research.Please like, comment, subscribe, and share your own unexplained encounter.

There's an old rule in the Appalachian Mountains, if you hear your name called from the woods, don't answer. This week, we're delving into the hills to find out why. We cover folklore  from a 200-year-old Tennessee haunting that killed a man, to a 10-foot creature that emerged in West Virginia in 1952, to the thing in the trees that learns your voice. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It has been proposed that the Mothman could very well be the angel of death, as sightings of the ominous and feared entity foretell impending disaster. This winged human-looking creature was first reported by citizens of West Virginia during the year prior to the horrible collapse of the Silver Bridge in Point Pleasant. Curiously, on November 20, 2016, an unidentified man allegedly captured images of what he believed to be the Mothman. The alleged return of Mothman happened 5 days after the 50th anniversary of the original sightings there in 1966. On this captivating episode of Ground Zero, Clyde Lewis talks with Mothman researcher and Cryptozoologist Ken Gerhard about THE RETURN OF MOTHMAN. The original broadcast was on December 2, 2016.

Who exactly are the Men in Black? This week, we dive deep into the uncanny history of the world's most unsettling, pale-skinned party poopers. We look at the very first MIB encounter during the 1947 Maury Island incident, an incredibly bizarre 1976 visit involving disappearing coins and drawn-on lipstick, and the sheer chaos they caused during the Mothman sightings in Point Pleasant—including attempting to drink Jell-O and vanishing from basements. Are they interdimensional "ultra-terrestrials" playing cosmic tricks on our limited senses? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's a version of the Mothman story that most people know.A winged creature. Red eyes. A bridge collapse.But when you look closer… that's not the part that stays with you.This episode of Idiot Mystic explores the strange events surrounding the Mothman sightings in Point Pleasant, West Virginia—and the far more unsettling encounter with a figure known as Indrid Cold… a man who smiled, spoke calmly, and claimed to be from somewhere that didn't make sense.What if this wasn't just a cryptid?What if it was something else entirely?An idiot's attempt at a deep dive into one of the earliest modern cases of non-human intelligence, where UFO sightings, Men in Black encounters, and impossible experiences all seem to overlap into something that doesn't fit neatly into any category.

In Episode 82, our host Captain Ricky Wheeler talks with Mike Zajac, a gentleman who truly worked his way on up through grit, work ethic, and pure passion for offshore fishing. He has so much time offshore fishing out of Northern New Jersey in the Canyon Runner Program, which is now the Fortuna Runner Charter Program. His passion shines through in this podcast, as well as his sense of humor. Quite a few great stories in this one, as well as some excellent tuna fishing insight.If you would like to fish with Mike Zajac and the Fortuna Runner Program on a 60' Custom Sportfishing boat out of Point Pleasant, NJ, you can reach them at https://fortunarunner.com/If you would like our host, Ricky Wheeler, to help you sell your boat/yacht or help you with searching for and buying a boat/yacht, please email: RickyWheeler@UnitedYacht.comSaltwater Euphoria Podcast Sponsors:+Saltwater Euphoria - https://www.saltwatereuphoria.com/+Euphoria Sportfishing - https://www.euphoriasportfishing.com/+Billfish Gear - https://billfishgear.com/ +Cape Maritime Consulting - https://www.capemaritimeconsulting.com/For online fishing courses, go to our website Courses.SaltwaterEuphoria.comFollow the following on Instagram: CaptainRickyWheeler: @CaptainRickyWheeler Saltwater Euphoria: @SaltwaterEuphoria Euphoria Sportfishing: @EuphoriaSportfishingBillfish Gear: @billfishgearIf you like this podcast, please be sure to click that FOLLOW button and also spread the word by sharing this episode with your friends or whatever social channels you are on and/or leaving a great review.  We appreciate your support.

In this episode of Haunted Cosmos, we learn about paranormal harbingers of doom throughout history. Turns out, Mothman may not have only visited Point Pleasant!Love Haunted Cosmos? Get access to our exclusive show, The Dusty Tome, early ad-free access to main episodes and monthly AMA's with our co-host, Ben Garrett, by becoming a patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/c/HauntedCosmosThis episode is sponsored by: Jake Muller Adventures is an immersive, mysterious, and engaging audio drama. Use code "HAUNTED" to claim 10% off all digital downloads. https://www.jakemulleradventures.com/haunted Armored Republic: Making Tools of Liberty for the defense of every free man's God-given rights - Text JOIN to 88027 or visit: https://www.ar500armor.com/ Drain My Lawn is providing expert, high-quality drainage solutions that protect  properties and ensure lasting peace of mind to the people in Charlotte, NC: Visit drainmylawn.com/haunted for 5% off any serviceIndigo Sundries Soap Company - Go to http://indigosundriessoap.com and use code HAUNTEDCOSMOS for 10% off your whole order!Rose Solutions provides custom website design, website hosting, and website security. Visit Cosmoswebsites.comStonecrop Wealth Advisors! Go to this link to check out their special offers to Haunted Cosmos listeners today. https://stonecropadvisors.com/hauntedcosmosGray Toad Tallow. Visit their website here and use COSMOS15 at checkout for 15% off your order. https://graytoadtallow.com/Join us at the New Christendom Press conference, The War for Normal, this June 11-14 in Ogden, Utah.https://thewarfornormal.com/Buy the Haunted Cosmos book: https://www.newchristendompress.com/cosmos PS: It's also available as an audiobook!Support the showSee a live version of the podcast in Burlington, MA - April 17th. Get your tickets here: brushfire.com/refreshministrySupport the show

Hello and Welcome to another episode of Ohio Mystery Backroads. In the shadows of the Midwest, far beyond the famous sightings in Point Pleasant, whispers persist that the legend never stayed contained. It crossed rivers, followed highways, and found new life in the quiet corners of the Buckeye State. In this episode of Ohio Mysteries Backroads, we dive into chilling reports of the Mothman seen soaring over rural roads, lurking near abandoned structures, and terrifying witnesses across Ohio. From glowing red eyes piercing the darkness to massive wings cutting through the night sky, these encounters raise one unsettling question—did the Mothman ever really leave, or has it been here all along? We'll explore the eerie patterns that connect Ohio to one of America's most enduring cryptid legends. Is this creature a harbinger of disaster, a misidentified animal, or something far stranger? Turn down the lights, keep your eyes on the sky… and listen closely. Because in Ohio, the legend may still be watching. You are invited to join me, your co-host Dan, for a fun discussion of your favorite Ohio Mysteries episodes on Thursday, April 16th at 7pm at the Music Box Supper Club at the Music Box Supper Club in Cleveland, Ohio. It's 100% free event and open to all ages. So come and say hello and get ready for a night of laughter, stories and fun. Click the link and I will see you there! https://musicboxcle.com/event/famous-mysteries/ Check out our Facebook page!: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558042082494¬if_id=1717202186351620¬if_t=page_user_activity&ref=notif⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please check other podcast episodes like this at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ohiomysteries.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dan hosts a Youtube Channel called: Ohio History and Haunts where he explores historical and dark places around Ohio: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj5x1eJjHhfyV8fomkaVzsA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 →

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.

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Tom from Point Pleasant, NJ, called Mark to ask whether Trump selling watches on TV is a good idea. Peter from Flushing, Queens, NY, found Mayor Mamdani's response to police officers being hit with snowballs heartbreaking.

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?

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

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: