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Astonishing Legends

Astonishing Legends Productions

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The world is more mysterious than most people are comfortable imagining. We cross paths with the mystical from time to time and may not even notice it. If we do, we quickly return to our usually mundane daily existence. But what if we not only acknowledged the unknown, we investigated it and spoke with those in the know? That’s what co-hosts Scott & Forrest, and their producer Tess Pfeifle do at Astonishing Legends. Over 100 million downloads and hundreds of thousands of listeners have shown ...
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House of Monsters

Small Town Monsters Broadcasting Network

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Since the dawn of recorded history humankind has depicted images, and told stories, of Monsters. Inconceivable beings possessing impossible abilities, which are inseparable from both our history and ourselves. Welcome to a place where the lines between fact and mythology become difficult to see. Where creatures we don’t dare believe in make appearances in the real world, and where our ideas about what is real and what is imagined are put to the test. Welcome to the House of Monsters. Hosted, ...
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Into The Deep with J. Costa

J. Costa & George Richter

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A podcast of exploration in consciousness, conjecture, and counterculture by way of the esoteric. Produced by George Richter [Edestus] and Hosted by J.Costa - We promote love, inclusiveness, and diversity. We believe that open dialogue leads to opened hearts and minds. All are welcomed. https://linktr.ee/itd.jcosta
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Positivity and good energy are exactly what we all need more of today. Hughes From The Heart focuses on health and wellness, mindfulness, meditation, minimalism, the Law of Attraction, the power of the mind, self empowerment, and news stories showcasing good people doing good things in a good world. All are welcome and please feel free to share with everyone you know! My premium content can be found on Patreon with various tier levels at www.patreon.com/spencerhughes. Thanks to all of you wh ...
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On June 29, 1988, around 2:30 a.m., Christopher "Chris" Davis drove home after working the night shift at his local McDonald's. Driving along Browntown Road, which cuts through the dense woods of Scape Ore Swamp in South Carolina, Chris hears the pop of a flat tire on his car. As he finishes installing the spare, he notices something large and dark…
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We head to Wales today in the company of author and practising with Mhara Starling who guides us into the myth and legends of Wales. In her new book, "Welsh Fairies" Mhara traces the threads of fairy lore from ancient Welsh literature, such as the Mabinogion, to Mhara s contemporary experiences. A big thank you to Mhara for joining me this week. Mh…
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Thunderbirds. One of the oldest monster legends in North America, with deep ties to the beliefs of many Native American tribes. But is the Thunderbird more than just a legend? Do gigantic avian creatures really prowl the skies of North America? Featuring Eli Watson and Jasmine With of Cryptid Campfire. Question, comment or suggestion for the show? …
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The 1980s saw the field of Ufology fracture into groups focussing on certain cases and allegations that led many investigators down many a rabbit hole. From allegations of alien wars occuring beneath our feet, crashed saucers, retrieved bodies, alien technology and deep state conspiracies, Ufology became a tangled, combative and confusing mess that…
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Scott and Forrest are joined by Chris Cullari and Ed Voccola, the hosts of Scared All The Time, for a live show at Monster Fest 2. Featuring live listener stories and EVP’s collected live on site from the Sallie House DR60! Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode. And check out more from our hit network show Scared All The Time…
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Wisconsin is our destination today as I welcome Jeff Finup, citizen folklorist and historian and the diriving force behing Badgerland Legends. Jeff's brand new book, "Wisconsin Legends for Kids" is a delightful introduction to some of the Badgerland most intriguing legends and lore. A perfect introduction to world of the weird, the book is delightf…
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In the 1970s, the quiet town of Defiance, Ohio would play host to one of the most bizarre cryptid encounters of all time. With ties to modern day Dogman sightings and ancient Scottish lore, learn the truth behind the tale of the man who found himself Bludgeoned by a Werewolf. Featuring Ron Murphy. Question, comment or suggestion for the show? Email…
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This week, we return to the world of the Sasquatch as I welcome the one and only Dr Jeff Meldrum to the show. Dr Meldrum discusses some of his early experiences and what drew him to the Sasquatch enigma as well his work with Paul Freeman, Dr Grover Krantz and more. We also look into some of the behaviours attributed to Sasquatch by witnesses that s…
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We welcome back author John Olsen this week as he takes us on a journey into some unusual first hand experiences in both Utah and Idaho. With the release of John's eighth book, he brings things back to his home state of Utah and the unusual encounters people have had with ghosts, cryptids and more! You can find John's site here: John's books can be…
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They've been around for a very, very long time. They show up in lawns, gardens and, recently, around pretty much every major holiday. They find their roots in ancient Greece, and since their inception, have gained a foothold in societies across the globe. Today we enter the House of Monsters for a meeting with a very strange, very small occupant of…
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This week, I welcome renowned parapsychologist Loyd Auerbach. Loyd has built a stellar reputation over the last 40 years as one of the leading investigators, researchers and authors in all things paranormal and has recently released a newly updated version of his book "A Paranormal Casebook". We cover some of the cases in the book including a touch…
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Ian and Ed sit down for an interview with Count Lyle Blackburn of the incredible Texas band Ghoultown! Stick around after the interview to hear the new Ghoultown song "I am the Undead" Check out Lyle Blackburn's music and work at: https://www.ghoultown.com/ http://lyleblackburn.com/ https://ghoultown.bandcamp.com/…
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This week, I welcome back author, investigator and researcher Preston Dennett as we discuss some of the unusual cases covered in his latest volume of his "Not From Here" series. As usual, Preston has collected a series of intriguing. baffling, unusual and sometimes shocking encounters from a wide range of experiences in his latest release. From the…
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In the 1980s a saga equivalent to the script of a contemporary horror film played out in the swamps near Bishopville, South Carolina. The Lizard Man stepped out of the fog and into the limelight in one of the most bizarre cases in the history of Cryptozoology. But what if this creature has been living in the House of Monsters since well before the …
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In 1988, the small town of Bishopville was about find itself smack bang in the middle of a monster flap that attracted world wide attention. When locals began reporting some strange reports of damaged vehicles, the authorities appeal for help took a decidely strange turn. What started as some unusual vandalism turned in to a collection of reports o…
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Those who have visited Hawaii have experienced its natural beauty, soothing lifestyle, and the charm and friendliness of the inhabitants. However, only a select few may have encountered what the locals know and revere – the supernatural entities and legends that are still active and enduring. Some, like seeing "Madame Pele," can invigorate awe and …
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Ian and Ed review the Lionel Richie album "Dancing on the Ceiling"! Will they want to give it a Replay? or do they Regret ever listening to it? Check out the Amazing bands that play our Intro and Outro Music! The Astrotecs on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theastrotecs/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=the%20astrotecs Chamel…
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My guest this week takes us on a journey in to history and cementing the paranormal connections to the past that can sometimes come up in a haunting. Penny Griffiths Morgan has built a reputation for being a researcher of esteemed merit who drills down in to the alleged histories of hauntings to see if there is any factual evidence to support the c…
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When most of us think of shipwrecks, images of rough ocean waves and sailing vessels of yore come to mind. But those familiar with the Great Lakes region of the north-central United States and southern Canada know all too well that these massive bodies of fresh water produce devastating storms and treacherous swells to rival any sea. Estimates are …
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What do Napoleon Bonaparte, the city of detroit, and the color red all have in common? A monster. The Little Red Man of Destiny and the Nain Rouge, while seperate stories, overlap in several significant and interesting ways. In addition, why is the color red so very, very strange? Featuring Dasos Crowsong and Karac St. Laurant.…
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This week, we head to Illinois to uncover the strange history of the Mississippi river town, Grand Tower. Once called the unluckiest town in America by Time Magazine, Grand Tower seems to be window to high strangeness. Taking for us a trip around this intriguing town are filmaker Joe Tury and fortean investigator, Michael Huntington. We look at the…
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This week, I am joined by the Reverend Aylyson Dunlop-Shanes to discuss her lifetime of strange experiences. From a childhood influenced by Spiritualism, Alyson has experienced strange phenomena her whole life and discusses some of the events that have stuck with her. From precognition, to encounters with the hat man, supernatural attacks to becomi…
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For part two of our examination of the elusive force that flowed through Joasia Gajeweski, we're fortunate and honored to present a conversation with three knowledgeable professionals familiar with the case. We first learned of this fantastic story and the book that documented it from a clinical therapist, author, parapsychologist, past show guest,…
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The Astonishing Legends Network presents the third episode of Richard Hatem's Paranormal Bookshelf! Listen, and after you love it, find and subscribe to it wherever you get your podcasts! Richard delves into challenging misconceptions held by both skeptics and believers through the lens of Jule Eisenbud's "The World of Ted Serios," which underscore…
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Join me as I recount the bloody story of an alleged cryptid creature known as the Beast of Bladenboro. Described as phantom-like "vampire" cat, this deadly beast grabbed unprecedented news headlines in 1954 as it kept the citizens of this North Carolina town in the grip of fear for weeks. Was there something unknown hiding in the swamps surrounding…
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I first read Neville Goddard in college way back when!! But he didn't really become a spiritual/metaphysical mentor of mine until about 20 years later! I was always intrigued by his mysterious mentor and friend, referred to only as Abdullah. When I was looking for recommended books on my Amazon account, I serendipitously found Rebekah Jane Carter a…
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For centuries, stories have been told of a savage beast said to roam the mountains of the Himalayas. From native folktales to 20th century encounters, the legacy of The Yeti is a long, complicated, and strange one. Featuring Micah Hanks and Larry "Beans" Baxter. Question, comment or suggestion for the show? Email aaron@smalltownmonsters.com…
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On this episode, I'm joined by the Vice-Chair of the UK Paranormal Society, Leanne Burnam-Richards. We discover about the creation of the society, its aims and the reason it was set up as a charitable organisation and the positive message it is striving to spead in the paranormal community both in the UK and abroad. We look at the ethics of ghost h…
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The paranormal has many aspects to it that often get overlooked more often than not. One perplexing phenomena that rose to prominence in the late 1970's was reports of telephone calls from the beyond. D Scott Rogo and Raymond Baylis's seminal 1979 book, Phone Calls From The Dead investigated dozens of witness accounts of the bereaved receiving a ca…
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Significant poltergeist events often start with a minor incident and incrementally grow with a bit of intensity until they eventually fade. This is somewhat true about the paranormal activity in a small town in southern Poland in 1983, except in this case, what started as a weird action by an unseen force quickly escalated into one of the most extr…
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Ian and Ed review the Zwan album "Mary Star of the Sea"! Will they want to give it a Replay? or do they Regret ever listening to it? Check out the Amazing bands that play our Intro and Outro Music! The Astrotecs on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theastrotecs/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=the%20astrotecs Chameleons: https…
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April 10, 2024 is the first ever National Erase Self Negativity Day. EVERYDAY should be this, right? That negative voice in our heads can be so damaging to our mental and physical health. Please join my DAILY Podcast as we go deep on this subject and discuss the toxic effects of negative self talk. I appreciate the support! Lord knows, I need it as…
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La Lechuza is the Spanish word for "Owl." But to many, this term means much more than a simple, mundane bird. Steeped in witchcraft, deep in tradition and with roots in ancient history, La Lechuza occupies the darkest corners of the House of Monsters. Question, comment or suggestion for the show? Email aaron@smalltownmonsters.com…
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This week, we head to the east coast of the USA to visit one of the countries most historic states on the search for ghosts residing at some of Virginia's Inns and Hotels. Our guide on this paranormal trip around the Old Dominion state is author Susan Schwartz as we uncover all kinds of strange hauntings. We meet a ghost who likes to dance, the spe…
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A late surprise with a remastered version of my interview with Linda Godfrey back in September 2019. I'm hopeful of remastering most of the first 100 episodes throughout the year, but thought you'd all appreciate this episode as a little bonus. This week I am delighted to be joined by author, journalist and investigator, Linda Godfrey. We discuss h…
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It was supposed be the most exciting weekend for five friends as they prepared for the biggest game in their basketball careers. Ted Weiher, Jack Madruga, Bill Sterling, Jackie Huett, and Gary Mathias were to play in a tournament that would enable them to travel to Los Angeles courtesy of the Special Olympics. They'd planned to watch their favourit…
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“Whether you believe in ghosts or not—these stories are true.” –Ghosts & Specters by Bruce and Nancy Roberts Being a kid can be scary. In the premiere episode of Richard Hatem's Paranormal Bookshelf, Richard takes us on a nostalgic journey back to his childhood discovery of the book that changed everything. Travel back to 1974 as he recounts the pi…
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Please make today the day you join my daily Podcast!! You will have access to the entire 65 minute interview with Lyle, not to mention hundreds and thousands of pieces of content and Podcast episodes!! ALL FOR A BUCK A MONTH. Join today here, please!! And visit Lyle on the Web at www.lyleblackburn.com. I can't continue doing this without your suppo…
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I had been wanting to visit this place for some time now...and what are the odds that my morning walk while the car was being worked on at the mechanic's shop would lead me RIGHT TO THE TEMPLE?!?! There are NO coincidences in this life or Universe. NONE. Much gratitude to Phra Ratsamee, the Abbot of the Monastery and Temple and the monks who were s…
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New Zealand may have been the last large land mass populated by humans but it certainly has no shortage of paranormal activity. With over 40 years of paranormal investigations under his belt, Mark Wallbank has been investigating hauntings, strange sightings, abductions and stories of unusual creatures along side his paranormal team mates. Mark talk…
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In part two of our exploration of the Third Man Syndrome, we continue recounting harrowing tales of survival in extreme and unusual environments or “EUEs,” such as Christopher Columbus’ 15th-century pilot taking the helm for Joshua Slocum during the first solo circumnavigation of the globe; and Aron Ralston’s excruciating canyon escape after becomi…
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Tim Grimes has been one of my top contemporary mentors on the Law of Attraction, Neville Goddard, Emile Coue, and more! He is the author of many books you can find right here! He is also available as a mindset coach and offers free consultations to see if you and he would be a good fit! I LOVE Tim Grimes. This is the first 16 minutes or so of my mo…
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Welcome to House of Monsters: Volume I - The Lady of Loch Ness. In our first episode, host Aaron Deese embarks on a deep dive into the history and ongoing legacy of the notorious Loch Ness Monster. Featuring Ken Gerhard. Question, comment or suggestion for the show? Email aaron@smalltownmonsters.comBy houseofmonsters
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We head out to Ohio this week on the search for some of the Buckeye states strangest cases from over the years. Authors Kevin Moore and Kristina Smith from the Rutherford B Hayes Museum join me to cover some of the fascinating and perplexing cases covered in their book "Unnatural Ohio" which covers everything from cryptids, monsters, UFOs and ghost…
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The Fortean Times's resident couch potato returns to dive into some forgotten gems of the 60's and 70's from both TV and cinema as we discuss some of our favourite beloved lost gems. From the vengeful Dr Phibes, to the ridiculous Phantom Rasberry Blower of Old London Town, Carry on Screaming to Hammer's House of Horror we delve in to some wonderful…
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A strange occurrence often happens to people engaged in an adventurous activity or who fall victim to an unfortunate circumstance. They find themselves with a companion whose presence would typically be impossible. Usually, the person is at a critical moment in a life-or-death situation in an extreme and unusual environment. When they are weakened …
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