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With Scott and Forrest on hiatus, join hosts Ed Voccola (Rick and Morty, Bless The Harts) and Chris Cullari (Blumhouse, The Aviary) for a wild trip through the world of what scares them in this special presentation of the Astonishing Legends Network's hit show Scared All The Time!In this episode (chosen by the fans!) the boys go sicko mode and come down with a case of necrotizing fasciitis...better known as flesh-eating bacteria. They cover the symptoms, the consequences, and what it takes to survive one of the deadliest diseases known to man. Plus: sepsis survivor stories!Don't love every word they say? Ok, weirdo. Here's some "chapters" to find what you DO love:00:00:00 - Intro00:01:27 - Housekeeping00:06:49 - We’re Talking Flesh-Eating Bacteria00:10:04 - Cabin Fever00:16:04 - Nico gets Necrotic00:20:00 - Necrotizing Fasciitis00:29:31 - Tranq00:32:49 - The History of Flesh-Eating Diseases 00:41:32 - What Happens to the Infected00:44:50 - FEB Survivor Stories00:49:22 - The Case of the Red Leg00:59:37 - Gross-ish Part 1 Starts 01:00:28 - Gross-ish Part 1 Ends 01:05:45 - Gross-ish Part 2 Starts 01:11:31 - Gross-ish Part 2 Ends 01:16:33 - Elenor Follow-Up01:22:10 - Sepsis01:25:00 - Sepsis Survivor Stories01:28:15 - The Fear TierNOTE: Ads out of our control may affect chapter timing.Visit this episode’s show notes for links and references.And the show notes for every episode can now be found on our website.Want even more out of SATT? Now you can SUPPORT THE SHOW and get NEW SATT CONTENT EVERY WEEK for as little as 5 BONES — which includes our bonus video show New Fear Unlocked — by joining SATT PREMIUM.

SPECIAL PRESENTATION of The Midnight Library for Astonishing Legends Listeners - From Miranda Merrick: Welcome, Spooky Lovely! We have a fabulous evening planned for you in Highgate Cemetery! There will be gruesome finds, battling vampire hunters, rattled bones, and wandering ghosts- all shared with you by your rumored witch host! So, breathe deep, the gathering gloom, and pick out your spot in The Reading Room! We're so happy to see you!Special Thanks to Sounds Like an Earful Music Supply for the amazing music AND sound design.

SPECIAL CROSSOVER PRESENTATION of Richard Hatem’s Paranormal Bookshelf"The Ghost of 29 Megacycles" - S1:E5"At first, he couldn't believe what was happening. A shape was beginning to form. He could clearly see the head and face of a man. O'Neill was gripped in fear. 'My God who are you?' Bill said. He was more than surprised when the figure answered: 'They call me, Doc Nick'." – from The Ghost of 29 Megacycles by John G. Fuller.Close your eyes and picture this: it's the winter of 1984. Karma Chameleon is on the radio, Ronald Reagan just announced his candidacy for a second presidential term, and a young Richard was returning home late on a Saturday night when his brother, John, caught him in the hallway and made him listen to the scariest thing they'd ever heard.In this episode, Richard explores The Ghost of 29 Megacycles by John G. Fuller. This book chronicles the development and use of the Spiricom device, an invention claiming to facilitate two-way communication between the living and the dead. As Richard immerses himself in the pages of The Ghost of 29 Megacycles, which he found in 1997, he can’t help but see himself reflected in the pages. You see, he was holed up in the Heathman Hotel in Portland, Oregon, working on The Mothman Prophecies. Through Meek's unwavering belief in the impossible, Richard finds inspiration to embrace his own sense of limitless belief, propelling him to finish the screenplay and truly bet on himself.Join Richard as he uncovers the mysteries of the Spiricom and reflects on the power of belief, in both yourself…and the paranormal. Subscribe now wherever you listen to podcasts for the next episode. Learn more about the stories, books, music, and more featured in this episode at https://www.richardhatemsparanormalbookshelf.com/

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In tonight’s dead letter… Luke recounts a spooky camping trip with his brother and father where they found themselves surrounded by something both canine and ethereal. Despite being experienced outdoorsmen, they’re unable to defend themselves against whatever is encircling their campsite as the leader of this pack of animals stares intently at them, and has no reaction to shots fired in self-defense.LINKS:The Tule River Indian Tribehttps://tulerivertribe-nsn.gov/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tule_River_Indian_Tribe_of_the_Tule_River_ReservationBlack Doghttps://www.thebarkingbugle.co.uk/the-black-dog-of-east-anglia/The Barghesthttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BarghestThe Hellhoundhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HellhoundThe Black Shuckhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_ShuckOriginal Reddit Posthttps://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/55mhg6/surrounded_by_translucent_coyotes/The KLF 3AM Eternalhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/3_a.m._EternalMOVIE REFERENCES:Jacob’s Ladderhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacob's_Ladder_(1990_film)BOOK REFERENCES:Wild Talents: By Charles Forthttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wild_Talents_(book)The Silver Bridge (Collapse/Mothman Connection)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silver_BridgePODCAST EPISODES:Let’s Not Meethttps://letsnotmeetpodcast.com/https://crypticcountypodcasts.com/Radiolab: You Are Herehttps://www.radiolab.org/podcast/110165-you-are-hereAstonishing Legends: Are We Ever Alone?https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nLvVgPmouZsTAnuxepPMo?si=7eb6d9be9f9b4c14Astonishing Legends: The Sheriff and Outlaw Henry Plummer Part 1https://open.spotify.com/episode/0aPODiXAQaJwg5GePi7039?si=78bc91b6c0e14a3aOUR SPONSOR:Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/dlo#rulapodSend YOUR story to [email protected]

In 1988, the Knowles family’s journey across Australia’s remote Nullarbor Plain turned into a nightmare, when in the pre-dawn hours of January 20th, they encountered a glowing, egg-shaped object that chased their car along the Eyre Highway. They claimed the light emitted a high-pitched hum, filled the car with a gray mist, and lifted the vehicle off the road before dropping it, blowing out a tire. Fleeing in terror, they found the car dented and covered in black dust. A police officer confirmed their distress, and a truck driver reported seeing strange lights in the same area. What attacked the Knowles family that night? This week, we take a look.Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode.

In tonight’s dead letter… Veronica takes a ghost tour of an old jail in Charleston, South Carolina and has an intense encounter with a spirit there. She's able to describe this man in detail and later discovers the spirit is that of William Marcus, who was hanged at the jail for the murder of his wife. The experience was terrifying and shaped Veronica's path in understanding and protecting herself from many more unseen things she has crossed paths with in her life since then.The photo of William Marcus is from Charleston News and Courier (published as The News and Courier.) - August 4, 1906 - page 8. LINKS:Facebook video where the video tour of the jail with the guide can be found, at 4:30 the image of William Marcus can be seen.https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=198368942110180&rdid=DOvyBA9NGT8WMtSYStella Maris Catholic Churchhttps://stellamarischurch.org/American Ghost Walks (Tour Company)https://www.americanghostwalks.com/ASTONISHING LEGENDS EPISODES MENTIONED:The Siren Call of Hungry Ghosts Part 1https://open.spotify.com/episode/0R1h6Lw9GoAnMupP82zSrm?si=7f96f93019ef4976The Vertical Plane Part 1https://open.spotify.com/episode/69ynhhVF8UrVzI1OI4Rsoy?si=d266bf2f5e064ca2Send YOUR story to [email protected]

In the cemetery of Christ Church Parish Church in Barbados stands a half-buried stone crypt infamous for its early 19th-century mystery. Between 1807 and 1812, several heavy, lead-lined coffins were placed inside, but each time the vault was reopened, the caskets were found disturbed — despite the massive stone door being sealed tight with no sign of entry. Governor Lord Combermere investigated in 1819, sealing the vault with his stamp, and spreading sand to catch footprints, but when it was opened again, the coffins had once more been thrown into chaos with the seals unbroken and the sand untouched. The bodies were removed soon after, and the vault sealed again, its mystery still unsolved.Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode.

In tonight’s dead letter, listener Trevor recounts a bizarre encounter while looking out the window one night. He saw a strange, bald, meditating figure with long pointed ears in his friend’s backyard. The figure then opened its eyes, grinned at him with pointed teeth, and hopped away into the woods. Trevor’s evening began with taking the psychedelic drug mescaline, but he has some experience with it, and has never experienced something interactive like this. Trevor is plain about the fact that he had been under the influence earlier in the evening, and maybe that’s the reason for what he saw, but he does also wonder if the drug lifted a veil to reveal a real being, especially when he connected his story to an older episode of Astonishing Legends where a listener encountered something very similar, while awake and completely sober.LINKS: Astonishing Legends - “Your True Halloween Stories, Part 3” with Mallory’s Storyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/5q6pnT9fOeVof8hNIndYYi?si=3e6b159e281c4ba9 DMT: The Spirit Moleculehttps://www.simonandschuster.com/books/DMT-The-Spirit-Molecule/Rick-Strassman/9780892819270 Terence McKenna analysis on the Podcast: Midnight, On Earth https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ogRYNa6kWF6CKyUIkcnUl?si=23uwRaoCRNuXnrTqhSXw5A https://www.organism.earth/library/document/what-ive-learned-from-psychedelics Dr. Steve G. Jones - Astral Projection Hypnosishttps://stevegjones.com/buy/hypnosis-mp3s/astral-projection-platinum-mp3/ Send your stories into [email protected]

In tonight’s dead letter… a listener shares their chilling encounters with "Die Fratzen," demonic faces that surfaced after a period of indulgence and self-disgust. These weren't just fleeting nightmares; they manifested as waking visions and doppelgangers, leading to a quest for spiritual help. The writer grapples with the possibility of mental health issues versus a genuine spiritual battle and how these experiences mirror those of Anneliese Michel, whom we covered a few years ago on Astonishing Legends.Links:Astonishing Legends: The Devil and Annaliese Michel P1https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ZiRkT1ZfIyMBsUBAs1RDK?si=d044978fbf484d63P2https://open.spotify.com/episode/5k6UzW5Yku23D55QbcKGhl?si=cb39009d744f4dbdP3https://open.spotify.com/episode/3NHYwTl94InnHYREWpE044?si=bc43d397273d4176Astonishing Legends: Sarah and the Spider Womanhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/38UXYglzND21RcSLQiTk1M?si=4e6f381273b34557Unsolved Mysteries: Don Deckerhttps://unsolved.com/gallery/don-decker/Paranormal Witness: Don Deckerhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt2090999/Send your stories into [email protected]

Across England, legends tell of “screaming skulls,” which are human remains said to bring disaster if moved from their resting place. In Dorset, a skull defies removal with deadly consequences; in Derbyshire, “Dickie” halted a railway project; in Yorkshire, Anne’s head demanded to stay within her beloved home; and in Manchester, one cast into a moat unleashed a storm. Whether relics of Celtic head-worship, tools of folk medicine, or grim mementos of an age steeped in mortality, the stories agree on one rule: disturb the skulls at your peril.Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode.

In tonight’s Dead Letter, you’ll hear a bizarre tale from rural Ohio, one of our favorite strange states, involving a creature known only as the "Lock Looker." This cryptid, with its orangutan-like build, glowing orange eyes, and famous movie scream, lurks near a dam and has been sighted by both the storyteller and their father. It may have been around a while. Join Scott and Forrest as they briefly debate the pronunciation of Orangutan and also delve into this multi-generational mystery.LINKS:Shelby County Parks (Home of Lockington Reserve)https://shelbycopark.org/lockington-reserve University of Zurich - Orangutan Callshttps://www.iea.uzh.ch/en/research/orangutannetwork/orangutancallrepertoires.html The actual one we played: https://www.iea.uzh.ch/dam/jcr:00000000-7c6e-90e4-ffff-ffff84c61003/Ref_Crying_and_Screaming_Jeri.mp3 R2-D2 Sound Design https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=So0nmciiFJg Lyle Blackburnhttp://www.lyleblackburn.com/ Send your stories into [email protected]

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In tonight’s dead letter… a VFW canteen worker in Michigan has a close encounter with a mysterious cowboy, complete with vintage attire and dollar coins. The stranger asks her to champion his cause of getting “shell shock” recognized for a Purple Heart. After the encounter, the letter he provides vanishes and the general he mentions turns out to be from the Civil War.Links:Jim Harold’s Roadhouse Saloon Campfire SToryhttps://jimharold.com/the-roadhouse-saloon-from-the-files-of-jim-harolds-campfire/The VFWhttps://www.vfw.org/Shell Shockhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shell_shockPTSDhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Post-traumatic_stress_disorderPTSD as a Criteria for a Purple Hearthttps://www.dvidshub.net/news/520197/purple-heart-criteria-exclude-ptsd-defense-officials-sayhttps://www.mghclaycenter.org/hot-topics/denying-purple-hearts-veterans-ptsd-2/https://www.disabledveterans.org/purple-hearts-for-ptsd/The ‘Seated Liberty’ Dollarhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seated_Liberty_dollarSome for sale on Ebayhttps://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=seated+liberty+dollars+1840-1873&_sacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p4432023.m570.l1311‘The Edge of Tomorrow’ movie which references Verdun as an Alien Battle Sitehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edge_of_TomorrowUnsolved Mysteries: Paranormal Rangershttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt22336540/

In tonight’s dead letter, a listener recounts a childhood filled with unexplained phenomena in their 1940s Michigan home. From persistent footsteps and unsettling noises like dragging chains and hammering to a menacing presence in their bedroom, the haunting escalated over the years, driving them to seek refuge upstairs. But even then, the activity followed, with something heavy repeatedly stomping on the cast iron cover of the well room just outside their window. Pershttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ball_lightningSearch this page for more on the Jacob Marley quote, “I wear the chain I forged in life…”https://www.sparknotes.com/lit/christmascarol/quotes/character/jacob-marley/Witch Ride/Sleep Paralysishttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sleep_paralysisStephen Prozak Shippyhttps://www.strangemusicinc.com/artists/prozakhttps://www.youtube.com/@HauntedSaginaw/featuredIron in Folklorehttps://diabolicalconfusions.wordpress.com/2011/02/15/iron-in-folklore-superstitions-explained/Email your stories to [email protected]

Alright Astonishing Legends listeners, buckle up! In this special AMA episode, Scott and Forrest are answering your burning questions! We're diving headfirst into everything from the implications of sentient Tesla bots inheriting fortunes (and causing chaos) to the latest updates on the search for Amelia Earhart's lost plane.We’re also exploring listener questions and thoughts on future stories and the state of Astonishing Legends. We discuss the intricacies of researching paranormal topics, sharing insights into why some stories captivate while others fizzle. There are also several business questions answered from curious fans. And delving into some of our own paranormal experiences, we share thoughts on the cases that have profoundly shaped our perspectives. So join us as we explore the strange, the unexplained, and everything in between, all thanks to the incredible support of YOU, our listeners!And Scott will be appearing with Rich Hatem in Washington D.C. in just a few weeks! IN the D.C. area? Get TICKETS HEREAnd check the Richard Hatem's Paranormal Bookshelf feed in the coming week for a sit-down he did with him about his 'Light in the Dark' Tour.

In tonight’s dead letter… Listener, Isla recalls a childhood park trip in Australia where she and a friend went exploring after her mom’s car broke down in the bush. They wandered too far from the car and observed a void-like, spear-bearing figure on the bank. The bush fell silent and the wind carried songs in an ancient language as they fled back to the car without looking back. Years later Isla still feels watched whenever she strays off the path.The Movie ‘Get out’ (referring to ‘The Sunken Place’ from the letter)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5052448/Artlandish Aboriginal Art Websitehttps://www.artlandish.com/Goddard & Wierzbicka (2015) Article on ResearchGatehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/283206413Wikipedia – "The Dreaming"https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=The_Dreaming&oldid=1297566697Petrichorhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PetrichorSAS Survival Handbookhttps://a.co/d/6oSBMlQ‘Songlines’ by Bruce Chatwinhttps://a.co/d/6kqf1Oc‘Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions’ by Edwin A. Abbotthttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FlatlandEmail your stories to [email protected]

In tonight’s dead letter… Listener, Scott recounts a series of unexplained howls heard in the woods near his Alabama home. Night after night, he and his family would sit on the porch and listen, noticing patterns in the sounds. This progresses later to him being stalked by something he could not see.Alabama Bigfoot Website (via Wayback Machine) Most audio links not working:https://web.archive.org/web/20110518043255/http://www.alabamabigfoot.com/bigfoot/reports/Recordings.htmlRadioLab’s episode ‘Wildtalk’:https://open.spotify.com/episode/0sug8rBkpypmdnjFEQ3iA3?si=3K7sddfCRiKfLwBlj9qkkgPredators in Alabama:https://www.huntsvilleal.gov/environment/animal-services/pet-services/urban-wildlife/Charle’s Fort’s Wild Talents (Book):https://a.co/d/8r1l6gzThe Astonishing Legends Episodes on Charles Fort (if you’re curious):P1https://open.spotify.com/episode/5kWLAh6t5REHPfKGZloOkb?si=7c98be94c8a44a06P2https://open.spotify.com/episode/3QhqHXilyU0DZgFxfWKtjE?si=5bb9bf4d7a444d0aThe Movie ‘Spartan’:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spartan_(film)The North American Wood Ape Theory:https://www.woodape.org/The Alaskan Killer Bigfoot Story:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alaskan_Killer_Bigfoothttps://www.travelchannel.com/show/alaskan-killer-bigfoot-travel-channel-atve-usEmail your stories to [email protected]

This week’s Dead Letter Office is cancelled, but the show will return next week. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

In tonight’s dead letter, listener Jerri-Kay recounts a story from her childhood when her mother witnessed multiple shadow figures entering their bedroom in broad daylight. Later that night, while seemingly half-asleep, when her mom enters her room she yells that she's not her mother and points to lights that only she can see in the room, leaving the family shaken and searching for answers. Were these events positive or negative?Astonishing Legends' Shadow People Episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7wNUanfRFXoQ0QOhy5l58L?si=62193edf57854ec0https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/astonishing-legends/id923527373?i=1000355594797Myth Fits Podcast with Kari Byron and Tori Belleci from MythBusters:https://www.youtube.com/@MythfitsPodhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mythfits/id1813405582https://open.spotify.com/show/6SOvzD9Rc52Is6qHm0ivJt?si=f479aac0675644f8David Weatherly's Work: https://eerielights.com/https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01N59JC6U/allbooksDavid Weeatherly on Astonishing Legends (Spotify/Apple Podcasts Links)https://open.spotify.com/episode/2RWx4nYQNZZ9b3qd04Dj8y?si=0353dbf9a2324ae1https://open.spotify.com/episode/5p5GxpIqVX43RQwvtmTdwz?si=35384b2e23404b63https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/astonishing-legends/id923527373?i=1000495952492https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/astonishing-legends/id923527373?i=1000497668831Documentary - The Nightmare: https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/the-nightmareMissing 411: https://www.amazon.com/stores/David-Paulides/author/B002ALI9AA?https://open.spotify.com/episode/3TRVhzSYDB6NKiU69L5c9A?si=e6fe2e83dfe84069https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Q0pc5e8JlBoZzDrgY1Evp?si=b451bd4ae98841behttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/astonishing-legends/id923527373?i=1000579063545https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/astonishing-legends/id923527373?i=1000580601049Article on Light Emission After Death: https://www.sciencealert.com/we-emit-a-visible-light-that-vanishes-when-we-die-says-surprising-new-studyEmail your stories to [email protected]

This week, Scott and Forrest welcome back Richard Hatem of Richard Hatem's Paranormal Bookshelf to Astonishing Legends! Join us as we delve into Richard's unique insights on paranormal literature, including odd details in famous experiences like Whitley Strieber's book, Communion and others. We'll explore Rich’s favorite episodes and get a sneak peek into his upcoming season. Plus, we'll hear about his pending tour across the US, including a stop at the Mothman Festival in just a few weeks!Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode.

In tonight’s dead letter, we hear from our listener Sam, who shares two spooky stories. The first involves two hauntings at an aquarium in the UK. An old lady ghost with a penchant for floral perfume, and as one might expect…a fisherman. While the second features a mysterious, hunched-over shadow figure lurking in a South Carolina home. Sometimes these shorter letters are the most freaky. As we often remind our listeners, the real experiences don’t occur with a three-act structure or poignant message all the time. Instead they are just glimpses of something that you may never understand. North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher: https://www.ncaquariums.com/fort-fisherPhantosmia (Phantom Smells): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PhantosmiaClairalience: https://www.collegeofpsychicstudies.co.uk/enlighten/clairalience-to-clairvoyance-your-psychic-gifts/Gorton's Fisherman: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gorton's_of_GloucesterTrilogy of Terror (1975): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trilogy_of_Terrorhttps://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/trilogy-of-terrorHomunculus:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homunculushttps://www.britannica.com/science/homunculus-biologyAstonishing Junk Tour:https://www.patreon.com/posts/astonishing-junk-85805858?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkEmail your stories to [email protected]

In tonight’s dead letter listener Henry, a marine, recounts his experiences on guard duty in Iraq, where his platoon was stationed at an abandoned hotel near the Jordanian border. During a late-night watch, he and another marine hear footsteps in the stairwell, but a search of the building yields nothing but an unsettling encounter with glowing eyes in the boiler room. The mystery deepens when a fellow marine suggests the presence of a skinwalker, leaving the group to ponder the true nature of what they encountered in the desolate hotel.Navajo Culturehttps://discovernavajo.com/navajo-culture/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NavajoSkinwalkers (In the Context of Navajo Culture)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skin-walkerhttps://nativeappropriations.com/2016/03/magic-in-north-america-part-1-ugh.htmlThe Monroe Institutehttps://www.monroeinstitute.org/Jim Harold’s Campfirehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jim-harolds-campfire/id310656913Trebil, Iraqhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trebilhttps://web.archive.org/web/20050716034614/https://newstandardnews.net/content/index.cfm/items/2088The Monte Vista Hotel in Flagstaff, Arizonahttps://hotelmontevista.com/

In tonight’s dead letter… Josh shares a chilling encounter with a being we’ve discussed on the show numerous times. The Hat Man. For Josh he appears as a shadowy figure sitting in his bedroom in the middle of the night. What would you do in this situation? It’s easy to answer that until you’re confronted with it yourself. Josh gave into paranormal apathy, something we’ve identified at Astonishing Legends as a common reaction to the unexplainable. Is the Hat Man a harbinger of doom or change or just something that happens in our mind?Jim Harold’s Campfirehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jim-harolds-campfire/id310656913Our Strange Skies (Rob Kristoffersen)https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-strange-skies-ufos-throughout-history/id1546735571Christopher Nolan’s Interstellarhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0816692/Hypnopompic Statehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HypnopompiaHypnogogic Statehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HypnagogiaSend your story into [email protected]

In tonight’s dead letter, listener Renee shares a strange encounter in Los Angeles. Late one night, while walking her dog, she saw what appeared to be a gray alien. After a moment of shock, she looked again and saw a middle-aged African-American woman. Renee was left wondering if she had seen a psychic mask slip or if it was just a trick of the light.Send your story to [email protected]

On September 12th, 1952, in Flatwoods, West Virginia, five boys witnessed a fiery object slowly descend from the sky and land nearby, seemingly under intelligent control. What followed became one of the strangest UFO encounters in American history. Joined by a 32-year-old mother and a National Guard member, the group were allegedly pursued by a towering, mist-shrouded, humanoid figure that emitted strange lights and sounds. And with seven direct witnesses and reports from several states, this was no isolated event. With some eyewitness still speaking up as recently as 2018.Misunderstood and mythologized for decades, the Flatwoods Monster deserves a closer, more accurate look — and that’s exactly what we’re here to do.Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode.

In tonight’s dead letter, Cody shares a chilling experience from a trip to Jacob City, a ghost town in Utah. While camping with friends and their dogs, they captured eerie EVPs, including one that called out Cody’s name. As the night grew darker, the dogs became unusually frightened, and a sudden, strong wind forced them to pack up and leave before their campfire got out of control. This is history, mystery, and a reminder to trust your instincts.Send your story to [email protected] Show note links!Jacob City - Utah Ghost Townhttps://www.ghosttowns.com/states/ut/jacobcity.htmlJacob City - Utah Outdoor Activitieshttps://www.utahoutdooractivities.com/jacobcity.htmlSnapshots of Mentioned Newspaper Articleshttps://postimg.cc/gallery/SCkxPjwBannack, Montana - Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bannack,_MontanaSouthwest Montana History: Bannackhttps://southwestmt.com/specialfeatures/history/bannack/The Sheriff and Outlaw Henry Plummer Series at Astonishing Legends (Available on all podcast platforms as well and YouTube)Astonishing Legends - Sheriff and Outlaw Henry Plummer Part 1https://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/4/21/ep-68-the-sheriff-and-outlaw-henry-plummer-part-1?rq=henry%20plummerAstonishing Legends - Sheriff and Outlaw Henry Plummer Part 2https://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/4/28/ep-69-the-sheriff-and-outlaw-henry-plummer-part-2?rq=henry%20plummerAstonishing Legends - Sheriff and Outlaw Henry Plummer Part 3https://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/5/10/ep-70-the-sheriff-and-outlaw-henry-plummer-part-3?rq=henry%20plummerJacobs Smelter - Superfund Sitehttps://www.toxicsites.us/site.php?epa_id=UT0002391472

In tonight’s dead letter, Jordan recalls a strange encounter in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she spotted nearly a dozen silver crafts hovering over the Sandia Mountains. These objects appeared to be linked and moved in unison, with one larger craft seemingly in charge. A large black helicopter sped off in the direction of the crafts after they disappeared, leaving Jordan with a sense of wonder and the feeling that they were harmless tourists from another world, but were they? We’ll dive into it!Send your story to [email protected] Kirtland Air Force Base - Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kirtland_Air_Force_BaseKirtland AFBhttps://www.kirtland.af.mil/Sandia National Laboratorieshttps://www.sandia.gov/Sandia National Laboratories - Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandia_National_LaboratoriesMirage Men - Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mirage_MenMirage Men streaming: where to watch movie online?https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/mirage-menAuthor Nick Redfern - Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/stores/Nick-Redfern/author/B001IXQG7E?sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=0a14c23d-5da9-4c8a-a53b-114e7602e74bWatch The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch Full Episodes, Video & More | HISTORY Channelhttps://www.history.com/shows/the-secret-of-skinwalker-ranchPaul Bennewitz - Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_BennewitzRichard L. Doty - Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_L._Doty

This week, we revisit a favorite Patreon Junk Drawer episode featuring Max Kelso's unsettling experiences at a Boy Scout camp in the heart of Ohio.We explore Max's first encounter as a young scout when he saw a shadowy figure watching him through the window of his cabin late one night. Years later, during a game at the same camp, Max experiences something even stranger.The Junk Drawer is a more casual, conversational show than our regular program and is usually only available to our patrons at patreon.com/astonishinglegends. It’s a great time to check out our Patreon because this Sunday, June 29th, 2025, we’re doing our first-ever live AMA on video there!

In tonight’s dead letter, Scott and Forrest share Arthur’s story. He recounts a frightening encounter in the Bronx in 1998 when while stopped at a red light he saw something, or someone that didn’t seem right. The person in the car next to him had pale skin, completely black eyes, and an impossible smile. But that’s really just the beginning of this bizarre tale.Books by David Weatherly on Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/stores/David-Weatherly/author/B01N59JC6U?sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=00b7e0f6-0241-4cae-bea5-2aefcdb8e455#Astonishing Legends Private Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Ayj1M1iKU/Astonishing Legendshttps://astonishinglegends.com/Episode links to Astonishing Legends Website, but all shows can be found on any podcast app.Ep 188: Strange Intruders with David Weatherly Part 1 — Astonishing Legendshttps://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2020/10/24/ep-192-strange-intruders-with-david-weatherly-part-1?rq=black%20eyed%20kidsEp 189: Strange Intruders with David Weatherly Part 2 — Astonishing Legendshttps://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2020/11/8/ep-193-strange-intruders-with-david-weatherly-part-2?rq=black%20eyed%20kidsEp 87: Black Eyed Kids Part 1 — Astonishing Legendshttps://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/10/22/ep-87-black-eyed-kids-part-1?rq=black%20eyed%20kidsEp 88: Black Eyed Kids Part 2 — Astonishing Legendshttps://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/10/28/ep-88-black-eyed-kids-part-2?rq=black%20eyed%20kidsEp 89: Black Eyed Kids Part 3 — Astonishing Legendshttps://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/11/11/ep-89-black-eyed-kids-part-3?rq=black%20eyed%20kidsSend your story to [email protected]

In tonight’s dead letter, Scott and Forrest read a dead letter from a woman with ties to the Otoe-Missouria tribe in Oklahoma. She recounts a terrifying experience driving on Highway 60 at night when a dark fog hit the truck she was in, causing a flat tire. The story delves into local legends, the importance of oral traditions, and the listener’s theory that the area is haunted due to indigenous people buried there by settlers. They discuss the plausibility of a curse, the story's symbolism, and the mysteries surrounding the nature and effects of whatever it was they collided with.LINKS and NOTESOsage Nation Heritage Trail | Green Country Oklahoma | Official Sitehttps://www.greencountryok.com/listing/osage-nation-heritage-trail/1475/Ep 49: Monsters Among Us — Astonishing Legendshttps://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/2/7/ep-049-monsters-among-us?rq=monsters%20among%20usEp 49: Monsters Among Us — Astonishing Legends (Spotify)https://open.spotify.com/episode/2il0qVGYdmvyV7MBLWtQ28?si=248005b7c51f4813Ep 49: Monsters Among Us — Astonishing Legends (Apple Podcasts)https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/astonishing-legends/id923527373?i=1000376271976Indian meridian - Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_meridianSubmit YOUR story to [email protected]

In 1850, the quiet town of Stratford, Connecticut was shaken by a bizarre and terrifying haunting that gripped the world’s attention. Reverend Eliakim Phelps and his family were tormented by objects falling from nowhere, cryptic messages, and strange effigies crafted from household items. As the phenomena escalated—turning violent and targeting the children—skeptics, spiritualists, and investigators descended on the mansion in search of answers. Was it a hoax, psychic energy, or something truly supernatural? This episode dives into the enduring mystery of the Stratford Poltergeist.Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode.

In tonight’s Dead Letter, Kaleb recounts a few paranormal experiences, starting with a childhood memory of a stuffed bear that seemed to turn its head on its own, but for some bizarre reason didn't frighten him. Years later, he experienced a potent wave of fear in a dark basement, reminding Scott of his experience at the Sallie House. Forrest and Scott then delve into the nature of fear, the existence of multiple entities in haunted locations, and the protective nature of some spirits.The Sallie House Series by Astonishing Legends Part 1 (On Spotify)https://open.spotify.com/episode/20PwwC2p9Kq97H7yX370kO?si=806dbb79aa174215Poltergeist (1982 film) - WikipediaThe Twilight Zone - Living Doll EpisodeLiving Doll (The Twilight Zone) - WikipediaUniroyal Nauga MonsterRarify | The Nauga Monster! The Nauga was a fictional creature or animal created by an advertising company back in the 1960s to promote the... | InstagramSend your stories to [email protected]

In tonight’s dead letter, Forrest and Scott read a submission from Misael, who recalls a bizarre childhood encounter involving a blue ball of fire that appeared while he and his sister were playing basketball. The strange sphere, which seemed to be made of stone and engulfed in flames, hovered near them before shooting off toward a neighbor's light post and disintegrating.The Encyclopedia of Demons and DemonologyTraverse City Ghost Tour

In tonight’s dead letter, listener Barry talks about the strange phenomenon of table tipping. He recounts an experience from 25 years ago, when he and a friend attempted to raise a heavy coffee table through meditation, with unexpected results. This leads to a larger discussion about EVPs and Forrest shares an anecdote from a recent ghost hunt at a theater, where a table moved during a tipping experiment, and they captured some bizarre audio recordings.Send YOUR story to [email protected] Dead Letter OfficeRichard Hatem's Paranormal BookshelfER70 EVP Recorder on the App StoreSPECTRE | ABOUT US

We are once again joined by investigator Philip Mantle to dive back into the Pascagoula Abduction with Part 2 of our series, peeling back layers of a story that stretches far beyond one night in 1973. While skeptics cite a silent bridgetender, fresh eyewitness accounts —from shipyard workers to families at home — suggest something far stranger was unfolding. In this episode, we uncover a decades-hidden encounter from Jerry and Maria Blair, whose experiences may rival the original tale, and explore newly revealed evidence, buried memories, and the unsettling question: what did these beings really want?Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode.

In tonight’s dead letter, a scientist recounts an eerie experience from his teenage years on Long Island. A self-proclaimed skeptic, he describes waking up one night to see a glowing, humanoid figure in his sister's room. The story takes an even stranger turn when he mentions a family get-together where his sister and father recall their own unsettling experiences from that time, possibly tying everything together.Send your story to [email protected] Knew? Long Island A Hotbed For UFO SightingsBioluminescence - WikipediaThe USS Nimitz UFO Incident: Were Hard Drives With Radar Data Confiscated After Navy Pilots Saw a UFO? - Micah Hanks

In October 1973, as the Vietnam War waned and Watergate filled headlines, two friends in Pascagoula, Mississippi—Charles Hickson and Calvin Parker—had an encounter that would shake them for life and baffle the world. While fishing after work, they claimed to be abducted by strange beings from a hovering craft, describing elephant-skinned entities with claw-like hands, and examined aboard the vessel. Though skeptics dismissed it as a hoax or hallucination, the Pascagoula Abduction remains one of the most compelling and hotly debated UFO cases. In this first installment of our two-part series, we delve into the initial reports, physical evidence, and lasting impact of the incident, joined by returning guest Philip Mantle — UFO researcher, close friend of Calvin Parker, and co-writer of the Amazon Prime docuseries Pascagoula ’73 — who calls it the best documented case of its kind. And with new eyewitnesses continuing to emerge, you might find yourself agreeing.Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode.

In tonight’s dead letter, Scott and Forrest read a listener submission from Karena in Semaphore, Australia, who recounts a puzzling experience during her morning walk. On a bright, hot summer's day, she encountered a man walking 3 dogs. That itself is certainly not unusual, but he was dressed in clothes from another time and he vanished into thin air.Semaphore | South AustraliaSemaphore, South Australia - WikipediaThe Ghosts of Versailles Part 1 (Spotify Link) A Timeslip StoryThe Ghosts of Versailles Part 2 (Spotify Link) A Timeslip StoryThere are 4 or 5 episodes on The Somerton Man. Look for those links in our archives.Send your story to [email protected]

This week, we’re heading into the world of parapsychology with a visit to the legendary Rhine Research Center in North Carolina—an institution that’s been quietly pushing the boundaries of the human mind for nearly a century. Founded in the 1930s by J.B. and Louisa Rhine at Duke University, the center has long been a hub for rigorous scientific inquiry into phenomena like telepathy, clairvoyance, and psychokinesis. Recently, friend of the show Allison Jornlin invited Scott on a trip to the Rhine to help renowned researcher Dr. Nancy Zingrone donate materials from her and her late husband’s extensive paranormal library. While there, Scott met John G. Kruth, Executive Director of the Rhine and one of the foremost experts on the scientific study of consciousness and psychic phenomena, who joins us to share the fascinating history of the Rhine.Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode.

In tonight’s dead letter, we dive deep into the woods of Michigan's Upper Peninsula with Alicia, an experienced outdoorswoman who encounters a mysterious forest dweller during her hunting trip. As she waits silently, a small, dark form captures her attention—what could it possibly be? Is it a creature of folklore peeking into our world, or just an intricate game of light and shadow?Michigan's Upper Peninsula'The Wood Sprite' by NabokovPukwudgieFairiesAstonishing Dead Letter OfficeSend your stories to [email protected]

In tonight’s dead letter, we dive into "The Scented Ghost," a story from Buffalo, New York, shared by our listener Cheryl. In her old apartment, she and her boyfriend often noticed a strong, unusual floral scent, which could selectively present itself to either one of them. Things got eerie when Cheryl encountered a mysterious figure one night, leaving her spooked. Years later, a chance encounter adds an unexpected twist to her tale, connecting her to a total stranger who had a similar experience in literally the exact same apartment.https://paranormalglobe.com/2018/07/29/can-you-smell-ghosts-4-paranormal-smells-to-look-out-for/https://www.hauntedrooms.com/new-york/buffalo/haunted-placesSend your stories to [email protected]

In Part 2 of our series on the Max Headroom Broadcast Signal Interruption, we dig deeper into the analog chaos that unfolded in 1987 Chicago — a surreal, rebellious hijacking that mocked media itself. We explore the investigation, the lingering mystery, and what it says about how we interact with technology, culture, and entertainment today. Who was behind that mask? Who wielded that fly-swatter? Let’s get into it. Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode.

In tonight’s dead letter, listener Leah experiences repeated visits from what appear to be gnome-like beings. The visits began after she began practicing Wicca, and thankfully, these mysterious creatures appear to be non-threatening…but persistent. Are they simply hallucinations connected to sleep paralysis, or are they part of the fabric of reality that is hidden from us most of the time?Email your stories to [email protected]://hangar1publishing.com/blogs/cryptids/evil-gnomes-mythology

In tonight's dead letter, we explore the eerie experiences of Allie, a PhD candidate from the University of Arkansas, who revisits the hauntingly notorious Devil's Den in the Ozark National Forest. As shared with hosts Scott and Forrest, Allie's research expeditions become unsettling when she feels an unseen presence and hears unexplained banging noises near isolated trails and bridges. Her tales echo past episodes with guest of our main show, Terry Lovelace, adding another layer to the chilling lore of this paranormal hotspot. Shownotes:Abduction at Devil’s Den (Terry Lovelace)Devil’s Den the Reckoning Part 1Devil’s Den the Reckoning Part 2Devil's Den State ParkDevil's Den State Park WikipediaTerry Lovelace Books at Amazonhttps://a.co/d/cA4eG3fhttps://a.co/d/j7l4PFJ

Before streaming and scrolling there was broadcast television—shared signals sent through the air for anyone with an antenna to catch. But when something’s that open, it’s also open to hijacking. In part one of our two-part series, we dig into one of the most bizarre and legendary cases of broadcast piracy: the Max Headroom Incident. On November 22, 1987, two Chicago stations were interrupted by a strange figure in a Max Headroom mask, delivering surreal, unsettling messages in a two-minute broadcast that has baffled and fascinated for nearly four decades. Who did it, why, and how did they pull it off? We explore the theories, the tech, and the legend that refuses to fade.Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode.

In tonight's dead letter, we hear from Jada who encountered a shadowy figure with red eyes on two separate occasions in different locations. The first sighting occurred during a summer church camp, but the second happened years later and was witnessed by her boyfriend, who doesn’t believe in this kind of stuff. Are hauntings tied to people rather than places? Or tied to anything at all? The more we learn, the more questions we have.

In tonight’s dead letter, a listener shares her stories of a childhood filled with unexplained phenomena in her family home just outside Toronto. From a mischievous spectral boy seen by the whole family to disembodied voices and a chilling sense of dread, their experiences were chalked up to "ghosts" as a family joke. But the story takes a strange turn when the spirit of "Robert Barber" appears in her dad's dream, a name that has a bizarre connection to a local mill and perhaps even her grandfather.https://www.theifp.ca/news/is-robert-barber-haunting-his-former-mill/article_4f000b62-5015-568e-8ee7-4eb3a1d4f70f.htmlhttps://freaktography.com/abandoned-barber-paper-mill/https://ominous.app/browse/site/603

This week, we dive into a viral story that is captivating social media and stirring global debate — a supposed discovery beneath the sands of Giza that some are calling the find of the century. Descriptions of a vast, multi-level complex with geometric passageways, deep shafts, and mysterious chambers have sparked theories ranging from ancient power plants to the legendary Halls of Amenti. Could this be a groundbreaking revelation? A misinterpretation of data? Something even stranger? We’ll explore the evidence, the claims, and the science behind this unfolding mystery to form some theories of our own. So join us as we examine another layer to one of history’s most enduring enigmas.Visit our website for a lot more information on this episode.

In tonight’s dead letter, we delve into a truly bizarre family tale spanning generations. Taylor shares her mother's childhood encounter with a giant, tuxedo-clad bunny rabbit residing in her friend's shower—a story echoed by her own childhood sighting of a similar figure. Could this be a family secret, a shared hallucination, or something far more uncanny?Púca