Best Weird West Virginia Podcasts (2024)

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The Mothman of Point Pleasant, West Virginia 33:40

1h ago33:40

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Dive into the eerie legend of the Mothman as Tom and Laura explore the 1966 sightings in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, and the subsequent panic that gripped the region. They discuss various theories about the Mothman's nature, from interdimensional being to misidentified wildlife, and its alleged connection to the tragic Silver Bridge collapse. Le…

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West Virginia 2024 1:27:39

1h ago1:27:39

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Episode Notes It’s time for the (mostly) annual Saucer Life Saucer Road Trip and, as with 2020’s visit to the Kelly and Hopkinsville areas, Associate Producer Simpson J. Hanover III is with me to provide an everyperson perspective to the things we see and do. We hit Point Pleasant and Braxton County, retrace my path through the TNT area where I saw…

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Wild & Weird and Still Here An Update 1:14:35

5h ago1:14:35

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We are still out here! We return for an update for you all, we can finally announce a few projects! Be sure to catch the Thursday LIVE version of the pod cast on our YouTube Channel to keep up with what we are doing.By Wild & Weird West Virginia

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The PK Man 35:48

3d ago35:48

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We dive into the wild life of Ted Owens, aka the "PK Man," who claimed he had some psychic powers and could chat with beings from other dimensions. Like a real-life Professor X, Owens reportedly demonstrated uncanny predictive powers and the ability to influence events, from weather patterns to sports outcomes. We go through his most notable predic…

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The Green Children of Woolpit 35:10

10d ago35:10

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Journey back with us to 12th century England, where two children with green-tinted skin and speaking an unknown language emerged from a pit in the village of Woolpit. Were these children aliens, visitors from another dimension, or simply lost kids from a neighboring village? Don't forget to rate us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and follow us on soci…

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Gef the Talking Mongoose 36:36

17d ago36:36

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In our never-before-released pilot, we dive into the bizarre tale of Jeff the talking mongoose—a 1930s spectral creature that wreaked havoc on the Irving family’s farmhouse on the Isle of Man. Is Jeff an ultra-clever mongoose or the ghost of one? Join us for this wild blend of folklore, mystery, and the supernatural that’s as peculiar as it is fasc…

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The Woodrew Update Update Update 39:56

20d ago39:56

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Episode Notes This is a bit of a sequel to our 2020 episode about Greta Woodrew, (Why do Birdlike Aliens Suddenly Appear?)and focuses on some newly available issues of her Woodrew Update newsletter from the 1980s. From Earth Changes to prepper-behavior, to the (not so) subtle bragging on her genius children, these newsletters provided an interestin…

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Crop Circles 35:27

25d ago35:27

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This week we’re delving into the enigmatic world of crop circles. From historical accounts like the 1678 "Mowing Devil" pamphlet to modern controversies and the famous Arecibo answer formation, we explore scientific theories and debate whether these intricate patterns are hoaxes or alien messages. Get ready for a deep dive into one of the weirdest …

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Urban Legends & Modern Lore 1:00:23

27d ago1:00:23

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Recorded LIVE on the Thursday night show! Update to let everyone know we are still here and what has been going on with our absence, we have a good excuse. Special guest host Glenn Adkinns from Ohio Squatch Project joins us in this episode as we look at some modern legends and lore that may turn in to tomorrows mythology. This is the first half of …

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Lake Baikal 39:05

1M ago39:05

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Plunge into the mysteries of Lake Baikal as Tom and Laura unravel the chilling tales of Soviet scuba divers encountering strange humanoids, ancient legends of dragon-like beings, and baffling UFO sightings. Join us as we explore the world's deepest lake's uncharted territories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Kovyrev Mirror 32:10

1M ago32:10

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Do you believe it's possible to build a mirror that lets you peer into the past and future? This week, we dive into the bizarre story of the Kozyrev Mirror - a Russian scientist's theoretical time machine made from aluminum sheets. Volunteers who experimented with these mirrors in the 1990s reported seeing ancient symbols, UFOs, and even developing…

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The Bell Witch 32:11

2M ago32:11

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Join us as we recount the chilling tale of the notorious Bell Witch which haunted the Bell family of Tennessee for years with supernatural occurrences, violence, and possible poisonings in the early 1800s; the story behind the entity remains a spine-tingling mystery. The horrifying haunting was witnessed by scores of locals and future president And…

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The Alien Abduction Survival Guide 54:53

2M ago54:53

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Episode Notes The Alien Abduction Survival Guide by Michelle LaVigne is... not entirely what it sounds like. While there are several tips for coping with one's abduction experiences, the most interesting aspect of the book is the manner in which the author positions herself within the shared experiences of humans and their alien mentors. Subscribe …

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Haunted Dolls 35:46

2M ago35:46

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Sometimes things go wrong and evil spirits inhabit dolls. It happens. From the infamous Robert the Doll to the unsettling Peggy, this week we’re exploring eerie histories, supernatural claims, and personal encounters with these cursed toys. Also, we discuss our visit to the La Isla de las Muñecas aka The Island of the Dolls. Learn more about your a…

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The Man Who Woke Up in 3906 36:35

2M ago36:35

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What would you do if you fell into a coma and woke up 2,000 years in the future? If you're Paul Amadeus Dienach, you spend a lot of time learning what happened during those in-between years on a futuristic iPad and then you write a book about it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Project Pegasus: The Secret CIA Time Travel Program 36:10

2M ago36:10

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We discuss the wild claims of Andrew Basiago, who asserts that as a child in the late 1960s he was recruited by the CIA for Project Pegasus, a secret program that utilized technologies found in Nikola Tesla’s papers to achieve time travel and teleportation. Basiago insists he traveled multiple times to Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address as well a…

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A Literal Hell Hole 29:25

2M ago29:25

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This week we’re exploring the legend of Houska Castle, a 13th century Gothic fortress in the Czech Republic said to contain a gateway to hell in its basement. We cover everything from the castle's origins, to its occupation by a supposed warlock named Oronto and later by the Nazis during WWII, as well as debates over the validity of urban legends a…

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Silent Disclosure, UFOs, Bigfoot DNA and More 53:37

3M ago53:37

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Episode #192 "Silent Disclosure..." Over the past two years there has been increased talk about both the UFO and Bigfoot phenomena with a focus on demystifying the subjects and bringing them out in the open for scientific analyses but why now? This episode was recorded live on our YouTube Channel during the Wild & Weird LIVE broadcast. You can watc…

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The Wolverton Trail Event 42:17

3M ago42:17

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Episode Notes Recounting a contactee tale that took place in 1955, Oscar F. Knight's booklet "The Wolverton Trail Event" is a unique story that exudes sincerity. Regardless of the saucer content, this is fascinating account! Subscribe to our Patreon for bonus episodes, behind the scenes action, and more! Website Twitter Instagram Facebook…

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Did Woody Harrelson's Dad Kill JFK? 34:18

3M ago34:18

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We dive into the fascinating and bizarre theory that Charles Harrelson, the father of actor Woody Harrelson, was involved in the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. We explore Charles's shady past as a contract killer and hitman, and examine the evidence that suggests he may have played a role in one of the most infamous crimes in American …

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The UFO Fiasco 54:49

3M ago54:49

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Episode#191 "The UFO Fiasco" LIVE RECORDING Join us as we look at the latest UAP report and show some very interesting "mistakes" that are in it. Was this intentional? Plus we look back at our world before the eclipse for some great failed prophecies and bad judgement calls. Also we take you questions , comments and reports LIVE, you never know wha…

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Did Gandhi Prove This Little Girl Was Reincarnated? 34:16

3M ago34:16

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In the 1930s, a 4-year-old girl named Shanti Devi claimed to have already lived a life 90 miles away with her husband and family. She even remembered her address! Soon, all of India was enthralled with her story. It even reached Mahatma Gandhi, who set up a 15-person commission to investigate. What followed was one of the most convincing cases of r…

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The Pascagoula Abduction A Post Disclosure Look 1:00:31

3M ago1:00:31

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Episode # 190 The Pascagoula Abduction A Post Disclosure Look Based on the recent disclosure of data, we look back at he Pascagoula UFO abduction. Was there a deeper message behind it? Hosts: Ron Lanham, Joe Perdue, Brandon Wills Edited & Produced: Ron Lanham Music Ron Lanham, Dave Roberts, David DeWeese Want to help support the show like these fol…

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The Andreasson Abductions 36:23

3M ago36:23

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On the evening of January 25, 1967, Betty was at home in Massachusetts, with her seven children and parents, when four gray aliens phased through her front door, froze everyone else and took her on their space craft. After this incident, she started having hypnotherapist sessions done to uncover a lifetime of abductions, including a weird trip to t…

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Did Three Boys Slip Back Through Time into Medieval England? 36:52

4M ago36:52

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In October 1957, three 15-year-old cadets experienced a possible "time slip" while on a map reading exercise near the village of Cursey in Suffolk, England. They entered the village to find it seemingly transported back in time, with no modern features and a butcher shop displaying green, moldy oxen carcasses. Was this time slip connected to the Bl…

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An Exclusive Interview with Myself 37:30

4M ago37:30

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Episode Notes In this episode, I asked myself some questions that I’ve always wanted the answers to. Well, at least my answers on this particular day. These answer may change in the future. What’s the deal with Roswell? Least favorite episode of my own podcast? Favorite UFO book? Believe me when I say that I wasn’t sure how I’d answer when I asked …

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The Alien Bases of Antarctica 41:13

4M ago41:13

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With temperatures as low as -128.6°F, 200 mph winds, and ice sheets up to 3 miles thick, Antarctica is truly one of the most extreme and little known about places on Earth. But does it actually hold the ruins of an ancient civilization under its ice? What about an alien base station that might be tens of thousands of years old? This week we explore…

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Academia & The Paranormal 1:24:46

4M ago1:24:46

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Episode # 188 "Academia & The Paranormal" According to various online sources there is no proof of any paranormal or psychic phenomena, however some top University and academic data would suggest otherwise. Is there any proof of psychic phenomena ? Why would the govt spend millions of dollars over multiple decades to study something that did not ex…

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The White Monsters Special Guest: Michael Strayer 1:25:09

4M ago1:25:09

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Episode # 189 "The White Monsters Of Sherman New York" With Special Guest: Michael Strayer Michael Strayer from the Mothboys podcast joins us to discuss his involvement in tracking down a witness only known from an old John Keel letter, who had encountered something beyond the normal when he was younger. We look at data and ask could there be somet…

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Vacationing with Bigfoot 36:10

4M ago36:10

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Did a gold miner take a vacation with a nice family of Bigfoots one hundred years ago? Did another guy shoot a Bigfoot off a cliff? This week we're talking about some of the earliest Bigfoot stories that came out of the Pacific Northwest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Did an 84 year-old Bulgarian Grandma Accurately Predict 9/11 and Other Tragedies? 38:48

4M ago38:48

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Delve into the mystifying world of premonitions and future-telling with this captivating episode on Baba Vanga, the controversial blind mystic known as the "Nostradamus of the Balkans." Your hosts Tom and Laura go down a bizarre rabbit hole, unpacking Vanga's life story of gaining psychic abilities after a freak tornado accident as a child. From he…

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Expanding Haunt Theories 1:25:16

4M ago1:25:16

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Episode # 187 "Expanding Haunt Theories " How many different types of haunts are there? 3? 4? There may actually be a lot more new understandings of multidimensions , quantum entanglement and more are opening the door to some interesting possibilities that may eventually explain some hauntings and "ghost" encounters. In this episode we look at some…

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Spring-Heeled Jack 36:25

5M ago36:25

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We dive into the eerie legend of Spring Heeled Jack, a mysterious figure reported to have terrorized the streets of Victorian England with his supernatural jumping ability and terrifying attacks. Was Jack a paranormal being, an extraterrestrial, or simply a man in a suit? We also examine Spring Heeled Jack's evolution from a feared villain to a her…

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UFO Cults & Religions 1:27:26

5M ago1:27:26

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Episode #UFO 186 " Cults and Religions" In this episode we look at some UFO cults and religions and at some of the base ideas that permeate through them as well as other mainstream regions. What are some of the characteristics and dividing lines and why are such groups successful in growing membership? What defines an actual UFO Cult? You may be su…

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Spontaneous Human Combustion 36:10

5M ago36:10

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This week we delve into the mysterious phenomenon of spontaneous human combustion (SHC). From Charles Dickens' literary depictions to modern scientific investigations, there have been a range of explanations proposed over the years. Alongside discussing the role of alcohol, low-carb diets, and even poltergeist activity, we sift through the facts an…

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High Strangeness Update With Stan Gordon 1:25:32

5M ago1:25:32

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Episode #185 "High Strangeness Update With Stan Gordon" In this episode PA researcher Stan Gordon gives us an update on recent UFO activity and talks about the continuing escalation of accounts of high strangeness taking place in his state and everywhere. Is there a link between these phenomena? Sit back and enjoy the episode and then decide for yo…

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The Very Scary Queen Mary 36:24

5M ago36:24

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Embark with us on a spectral journey aboard the legendary Queen Mary. Once a luxury ocean liner that surpassed even the Titanic in size and grandeur, the ship now serves as a haunting reminder of its vibrant past, docked permanently in Long Beach, California. From its wartime service to its transformation into a floating hotel and museum, the Queen…

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The Zine Scene- UFO Magazine 3, Part 2 1:00:16

5M ago1:00:16

1:00:16

Episode Notes As we wrap up our deep dive into the third issue of (California) UFO Magazine, we find ourselves knee-deep in tales of UFO talk at the Whole Life Expo. Then, we're off to the wilderness where we make contact with the elusive families of Space Sasquatches. Next, we take a philosophical detour with a mind-bending column by the one and o…

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Mysteries of Antarctica 1:17:28

5M ago1:17:28

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Episode # 184 "Mysteries of Antarctica" Everything from alien bases, entrances to underground worlds, even pyramids have been reported in Antarctica and have been the subject of countless books and documentaries. Is there any proof of there claims? Surprisingly, there may be. Join us as we look at the Mysteries of Antarctica on this episode of Wild…

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The British Roswell: Rendlesham Forest 40:22

5M ago40:22

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This week we dive into the eerie depths of the Rendlesham Forest incident, often dubbed Britain's Roswell. In December 1980, US Air Force personnel encountered unexplained lights and an otherworldly craft in Suffolk, England. We discuss the initial sightings and physical interactions with the craft, and the baffling aftermath involving time anomali…

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Pyramids and Mounds of North America 1:31:01

5M ago1:31:01

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Episode # 183 "Pyramids and Mounds of North America" How Did Multiple Ancient Civilizations Around The Globe Know To Build These Structures? We look at the legends and history of similar constructions in North and South America as well as all around the world. Was there a connection and sharing of knowledge between all these cultures? We look at at…

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Was This 4 Year-Old Oklahoma Boy a Reincarnated Hollywood Bigshot? 38:25

6M ago38:25

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From an early age, Ryan claimed to recall a previous existence in Hollywood, providing names, locations, and events that he had no apparent way of knowing. His story caught the attention of Dr. Jim Tucker, a psychiatrist from the University of Virginia, who specializes in children's past-life memories. Through Tucker's meticulous research, many of …

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The Zine Scene- UFO Magazine 3, Part 1 1:02:32

6M ago1:02:32

1:02:32

Episode Notes It’s back to the early days of UFO Magazine or (California UFO Magazine) for a fairly lighthearted romp through a publication that did its best to provide insight into all aspects of the UFO culture of the time, much to the chagrin of the buttoned-up nuts-and-bolts time. That tension, between “scientific” and “new age” approaches is v…

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Cash Landrum Encounter: A Post Disclosure Look 1:27:36

6M ago1:27:36

1:27:36

Episode # 182 Cash Landrum Encounter: A Post Disclosure Look At A Classic Case In December 1980 three witnesses encountered a strange craft unlike any they or anyone they told had ever seen. It would be just another UFO sighting except this encounter ended up leaving physical damages to the witnesses who tried to receive compensation for their inju…

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A Night in the Woods Fighting Aliens and Robots in 1964 34:42

6M ago34:42

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In 1964, Donald Shrum climbed up a tree to sleep. He thought this would keep him safe from mountain lions, but it turned out there were other creatures in the forest that night. After a large UFO appeared 50 feet away, he was soon being harassed by two little aliens and their robot buddy. They spent the entire night trying to get him out of that tr…

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Time Travel & Time Anomalies Special Guest Mike Ricksecker 1:14:56

6M ago1:14:56

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Episode #181 "Time Travel & Time Anomalies" Author, researcher and experiencer Mike Ricksecker from such network programs as Ancient Aliens, Gaia, The Alaska Triangle just to name a small few joins us to discuss his work with understanding time. Can time slips and anomalies be the root of some paranormal experiences , ghosts, shadow people even wha…

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The Stroudsburg Rain Man 40:07

6M ago40:07

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After his grandfather's death in 1983, Don experienced unexplainable indoor rain, baffling witnesses and defying physics. As rain manifested around him, theories swirled from supernatural causes like poltergeists and demonic possession to natural explanations and hoaxes. Despite skepticism from law enforcement and paranormal researchers, the phenom…

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Carl Higdon, his Wife, his Therapist, and the Tabloids 1:22:52

6M ago1:22:52

1:22:52

Episode Notes Is it an abduction? A contact experience? Both? Neither? The encounter that Carl Higdon had in October, 1974 in Wyoming is one of those strange 1970s encounters that doesn’t get enough attention. After…encountering Margery Higdon’s 2017 book about her husband’s ordeal, I thought it would be a good subject for our approach here on The …

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"Cryptozoology VS Pop Culture" 1:14:43

6M ago1:14:43

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Episode #180 "Cryptozoology VS Pop Culture" Is Mothman a Cryptid? How about Bigfoot? You may be shocked to hear that cryptozoology is an actual field of study but some of the phenomena and "stories" that are now being attributed to that field may actually not be true cryptids at all and may actually be damaging the legitimacy of the field itself. W…

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Sky Battles over Nuremberg: A 1561 Mystery in the Sky 40:43

6M ago40:43

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Were they witnessing a supernatural phenomenon, a celestial battle, or was it something else entirely? Prepare for a journey back to the 16th century, filled with bizarre sightings of rods and spheres, humorous takes on historical life, and intriguing theories that might just challenge your view of the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

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