Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Podcast

We are so excited to interview the paranormal podcaster himself, Jim Harold. Another Northeast Ohio paranormal podcaster, Jim Harold is a podcasting pioneer - starting all the way back in 2005.In this interview, we get into why he got into podcasting, some of his favorite stories, any campfire stories that were less than believable to him, retro causality, and more. Jim Harold hosts the Paranormal Podcast along with Jim Harold's Campfire.Additionally, Jim Harold releases books that include stories told to him on the Jim Harold's Campfire Podcast, and his newest book - Volume 6 - just dropped May 7th, 2024.Pick up your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/True-Ghost-Stories-Harolds-Campfire-ebook/dp/B0CTHQSX85/Make sure to check out both The Paranormal Podcast and Jim Harold's Campfire. By the way, you can now expect a new interview with someone in the paranormal world every second Friday of the month!Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trigger Warning - Animal abuse and suicide The Haunting of Monte Cristo Homestead: Australia's Most Haunted HouseIn the heart of Junee, nestled between Sydney and Melbourne, lies the Monte Cristo Homestead – a place that has earned the reputation of being Australia's most haunted house. The history of this eerie residence dates back to 1885 when Christopher William Crawley, a wealthy farmer and founder of Junee, built the homestead for his family.Despite the initial struggles, Crawley's fortune changed when the Great Southern Railway Line opened in 1878, and he established a successful hotel along the rail line. However, the Crawley family's story took a dark turn following Christopher's death in 1910. His wife, Elizabeth, became a recluse, confining herself to the attic chapel for the next 23 years. After the last Crawley left in 1948, the house fell into disrepair until Reginald and Olivia Ryan purchased it in 1963, transforming it into a doll museum.It was then that the true extent of the homestead's haunting became apparent. The Ryans reported numerous supernatural occurrences, including ghostly lights, the inexplicable deaths of their animals, and the presence of at least ten ghosts.Among these spirits are Christopher and Elizabeth Crawley, a pregnant maid who jumped to her death from the balcony, Harold – a disabled boy chained in the coach room, Morris – a stable boy who died in a fire, Ethel – an infant who died on the stairs, and Jack Simpson – a caretaker shot to death on the porch in 1960.Visitors to the Monte Cristo Homestead have experienced a range of paranormal phenomena, from feeling icy hands on the stairs to hearing the screams of the deceased. The bloodstains of the pregnant maid are said to reappear on the steps, and children become inexplicably agitated when entering certain areas of the house.The haunting of Monte Cristo Homestead has solidified its status as one of the most terrifying and intriguing paranormal locations in Australia, drawing in those brave enough to explore its dark history.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rotenburg CannibalTRIGGER WARNINGThis episode contains GRAPHIC VIOLENCE/GORE*Armin Meiwes, known as the Rotenburg Cannibal, claimed that his fascination with cannibalism began during his adolescent years, sparked by the fairy tale "Hansel and Gretel." As a tech-savvy individual, Meiwes discovered online communities where people shared their fantasies about cannibalism and even their desire to be eaten. In March 2001, he posted an ad on the "Cannibal Cafe" forum, seeking a willing volunteer aged 18 to 25 to be slaughtered and consumed. Bernd-Jurgen Armando Brandes, a 43-year-old microelectronics engineer from Berlin, responded to Meiwes' ad, agreeing to be slaughtered and consumed.On March 9th, 2001, Brandes traveled to Meiwes' home, where they videotaped the event to prove consent. The gruesome act began with Brandes taking sleeping pills and cough syrup, followed by Meiwes cutting off Brandes' penis, which they both attempted to eat but found too tough.Meiwes then fried some of Brandes' body fat with seasonings, but overcooked the penis, ultimately feeding it to his dog. As Brandes grew weak from blood loss, Meiwes ran a bath for him and checked on him periodically while reading a Star Trek book. After a few hours, Meiwes stabbed Brandes in the throat, killing him. He then hung the body from a meat hook, beheaded and dismembered it, storing parts in his freezer and burying the head in his garden.Over the next 10 months, Meiwes consumed an estimated 44 pounds of Brandes' flesh. In July 2001, Meiwes attempted to lure another victim through online chat rooms. Although he met with five men, he did not kill them, presumably because they did not consent.A college student who had conversed with Meiwes, disturbed by their discussions, reported him to the authorities. Police discovered human remains in Meiwes' freezer and the incriminating four-hour video recording.When questioned, Meiwes admitted to consuming his victim with a bottle of South African red wine, using his best cutlery, and decorating the dinner table with candles. He described the taste as similar to pork. The case of Armin Meiwes remains one of the most shocking and disturbing instances of consensual cannibalism in modern history.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guardian AngelsFrom ancient Judaic texts to modern esoteric beliefs, the concept of guardian angels - divine entities assigned to watch over humans - has captivated cultures across the ages.Explore the origins of this widespread phenomenon tracing back to the Babylonians and Assyrians.We discuss the hierarchies and ranks of angels described in Christianity, from the supreme Seraphim and Cherubim that commune directly with God, to the powerful Virtues and Archangels like Michael, Raphael and Gabriel tasked with specific virtues and roles.Learn about guardian angels themselves, the lowest rank believed to be individual spiritual companions and protectors accompanying each person from birth to death.Understand their perceived purpose of shielding humans from harm when "it is not their time." Join us as we delve into this fascinating belief found across Abrahamic faiths as well as Hinduism and Buddhism. Whether viewed as literal or symbolic, guardian angels have provided comfort and inspiration to billions throughout the centuries. But, are they believable? Listen now!Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to another episode of Believing the Bizarre! It is Listener Submission time, which you know what that means: creepy and personal stories sent to us from listeners!In this episode, we follow Travis and Brittney's stories. Travis encounters an abandoned hut, a strange grave, and a weird pentagram with candles in the woods near a concrete junkyard.Brittney discusses some of her family hauntings, including an aggressive and terrifying entity who wears a long black trench coat, boots, and has glowing red eyes.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Glitches in the MatrixThis whole "glitch in the matrix" thing has been freaking people out ever since that 1999 movie The Matrix came out.The idea is that our reality isn't real - it's just a simulation. Like, are we actually just minds trapped in bodies, or are we code in some crazy digital world? It really makes you think about whether we even exist or not.Within this supposed simulated reality, weird stuff happens sometimes that just doesn't make sense. Things teleporting across rooms, seeing the same person twice, getting déjà vu - that kind of trippy stuff. It happens fast and then it's over, but it sticks with you, you know? Makes you question what's actually going on.It's not just sci-fi nerds talking about this simulation theory either. Legit scientists like this MIT guy Rizwan Virk have gotten behind it.Virk reckons our universe could basically be a super advanced video game based on physics experiments looking at the building blocks of reality. Crazy, right?But you've got other big brain physicists at places like Harvard saying it's nonsense and there's no proof.Lisa Randall thinks the idea of higher beings making a simulation is just dumb. Still, the whole unknown of it all is pretty mind-bending when you start thinking about dimensions and stuff we can't even comprehend.In the end, whether we reside in a simulated world or not remains an enigma. As we ponder glitches in the matrix and the mysteries of multiple dimensions, we're reminded of the boundless complexities that shroud the nature of our existence, inviting us to explore realms both tangible and beyond.Check out Aly and Nat's podcast, Let's Get Haunted, here: https://www.letsgethaunted.com/welcomePatreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Legend of BigfootYou've heard the whispers, seen the blurry footage, and maybe even felt a chill run down your spine in the deep woods. Yeah, we're talking about Bigfoot – the legendary creature that's captured millions of imaginations worldwide. But what exactly is this beast, and why does it keep evading scientific proof?Let's dive into the lore surrounding this elusive beast. Bigfoot, aka Sasquatch, is a towering, hairy humanoid said to roam the wilderness, leaving behind tales of its existence from the Pacific Northwest to the far corners of the globe. Despite its widespread fame, Bigfoot remains a cryptid, a creature whose existence hasn't been backed up by solid scientific evidence. It's described as standing anywhere from 7 to 14 feet tall, weighing up to 500 pounds, and covered in shaggy fur. Its face is a blend of ape-like features and human resemblance, adding to the mystique. Known for its bipedal walk and immense strength, encountering Bigfoot is often accompanied by a putrid stench, signaling its presence. Bigfoot sightings are most commonly reported in wooded areas of the northwestern U.S. and western Canada, although variations of the creature exist in folklore worldwide. Indigenous myths often spoke of hairy, wild men inhabiting the forests long before Bigfoot became a pop culture phenomenon. Encounters with Bigfoot are characterized by a sense of being watched, accompanied by an eerie stillness in the woods. Witnesses often report hearing howls, grunts, and the sound of rocks being thrown, adding to the spine-chilling nature of the experience. Some claim to have stumbled upon Bigfoot nests or even witnessed the creature vanish into thin air, fueling speculation about its origins. The history of Bigfoot sightings dates back centuries, with Indigenous cultures and early settlers sharing stories of encounters with giant, hairy beings. In modern times, the term "Bigfoot" gained widespread recognition in 1958, following a series of reported footprints discovered in California's Humboldt County. Since then, numerous sightings, photos, and videos have kept the Bigfoot legend alive. Despite the lack of concrete proof, interest in Bigfoot persists, fueled by eyewitness accounts, tantalizing clues, and ongoing scientific exploration.Whether Bigfoot is a flesh-and-blood forest creature or a mysterious entity traversing dimensions, one thing's for sure – the allure of this elusive cryptid continues to captivate the human imagination. Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listener Submission Collection: Vol 7This collection includes four listener submissions of haunting stories. Dare to venture down the infamous Clinton Road, where reality blurs and the supernatural reigns. This desolate, winding stretch in northern New Jersey has spawned countless chilling tales - from an unsolved 1983 murder to whispers of occult rituals at the ominous "Ghost Boy Bridge."Prepare to be transported into a realm where phantom vehicles materialize and vanish without a trace, leaving witnesses shaken to their core.Immerse yourself in bone-chilling firsthand accounts that defy rationale. A young man's casual drive is disrupted by mysterious headlights that seem to chase him, only to evaporate into thin air upon nearing the road's end.A fabricated tale about a shadowy figure takes an eerie twist when the very entity manifests behind the storyteller. These gripping narratives will leave you questioning the fragile boundaries between our world and something far more sinister lurking just beyond the veil.From a child's innocent gaze into the abyss that unleashes visions of a hellish inferno, to a faceless entity reminiscent of the Slenderman legend materializing at a woman's bedside - this listener submission collection covers it all. Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/believingthebizarre For updates and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media: https://www.instagram.com/believingthebizarre/ https://www.facebook.com/believingthebizarre/ You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch here: https://believing-the-bizarre.creator-spring.com/ Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/RFqzeQ8dVM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cardiff Haunting of Pete the PoltergeistIn the bustling streets of Cardiff, Wales, during the 1980s, an unassuming lawn mower repair shop became the stage for an extraordinary series of events. John Matthews, owner of Mower Services, found himself thrust into a world of the paranormal alongside his brother-in-law Fred and friend Ian.What started as a seemingly innocuous day of repairing mowers soon spiraled into an encounter with the supernatural.One afternoon, amidst the clang of metal tools, John and his companions were startled by loud bangs reverberating through their workshop. Investigating the source, they found no culprits, only an eerie quiet after the chaos.As wrenches began to swing on their own and stones seemingly hurled themselves, they realized they were not alone. Thus began their encounter with Pete, the mischievous poltergeist.The phenomenon extended beyond the workshop, infiltrating John's home and even catching the attention of local law enforcement. Witnesses reported objects materializing out of thin air and inexplicable swings in temperature.Despite the strangeness of it all, John and his companions found themselves engaging with Pete, playing games and even making requests that the poltergeist oddly seemed to fulfill.Pete's antics ranged from playful to perplexing, with objects appearing and disappearing at his whim. Yet, amidst the chaos, there was a strange sense of camaraderie between the living and the spectral.Despite the skepticism of some, the Cardiff haunting of Pete the Poltergeist remains a curious footnote in the annals of the paranormal.While the exact nature of Pete's existence may forever elude us, his playful interactions serve as a reminder that even in the most mundane of places, the extraordinary can manifest.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back in 1994, something really weird happened at a little elementary school called Ariel School in Ruwa, Zimbabwe. It was just a normal day at this small rural school with only 62 students.But then, during their morning break time, while the teachers were in a meeting, some of the kids saw something crazy in the sky.They said a flat, disc-shaped thing came down from the sky and landed on a hill nearby. The kids rushed over to the edge of the school to get a closer look. That's when they saw some figures coming out of the craft! But just as quickly as it landed, the disc took off again into the sky.At first, the teachers didn't really believe the kids' story. But the students told their parents, and soon people were investigating this "UFO incident" as they called it. When the kids were asked to draw what they saw, they all drew similar pictures of a silver disc and weird alien-like figures.Even though the students were from different backgrounds, they all described seeing basically the same thing.A professor from Harvard named John Mack looked into it and said the kids' stories seemed really credible. Some of them even said they got telepathic messages from the beings during the encounter!Of course, some people tried to explain it away by saying the kids were just making it up or experiencing mass hysteria. But their individual accounts were so detailed and emotional, it made that theory hard to believe.Not all the kids stuck to the same story though. One student named Dallyn later admitted he made his part up initially. But others like Emma and Salma insisted they vividly remembered the whole experience - it wasn't made up at all.Years later, most of those Ruwa students still haven't changed their story about seeing a real UFO that day. Even though some tried to discredit them, the Ariel School incident is considered one of the best and most mysterious UFO cases ever reported by multiple witnesses.So was it just a child's imagination running wild, or did those Zimbabwe kids actually encounter something from out of this world? That's still up for debate over 25 years later!Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time for another Creature Feature! These are Listener Submission Collections that are specifically about cryptids and creatures rather than ghosts or aliens. In this third installment, we have a handful of creepy and unsettling encounters with creatures our listeners have bumped into in the dead of night. But, are they believable? Listen now. Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zozo: The Ouija Board DemonZozo, the notorious demon associated with Ouija board encounters, stands out among supernatural entities for its alleged malevolent deeds.From documented cases like Darren Evans' ordeal to historical accounts of terrorized individuals, Zozo's presence looms large in paranormal lore, even inspiring cinematic portrayals such as the possessed character in "The Exorcist."The origins of Zozo trace back roughly two centuries, its name is sometimes spelled as "zoso" or "zozo."Despite variations, the entity's sinister reputation persists, often masquerading under aliases like "mama" to deceive unsuspecting users. Notably, Zozo employs manipulative tactics, luring victims into a false sense of security before unleashing unsettling remarks or moving the planchette away from the goodbye, trapping unwary participants.Warnings abound regarding Ouija board usage, with specific cautions against encountering Zozo or its aliases.The list of precautions includes never insulting spirits, avoiding solo sessions, and refraining from using the board in locations with dark histories. There's a whole list of warnings about never using a Ouija board alone, avoiding places with grim histories, and absolutely not provoking Zozo or any spirit entities. If you do encounter that demon, you're supposed to immediately shut down the session the right way to sever any connection.Of course, some people are skeptics and don't believe Zozo actually exists as a real entity. But the tales about its evil doings are so widespread and detailed, it shows how much this paranormal phenomenon creeps people out and captures our imagination about the unknown.Whether Zozo is a legit malicious force or just an urban legend, the story definitely serves as a cautionary warning about messing with occult stuff you may not fully understand. Steer clear of that demon!Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Exeter UFO IncidentIt was around 3am on September 3rd, 1965. This guy named Norman was hitchhiking home to Exeter, New Hampshire, after visiting his girlfriend in Massachusetts. Just a normal night, right? Well, things took a crazy turn when Norman was walking along Route 50 near a local farm owned by a guy named Mr. Dining.Up ahead, Norman noticed these five red flashing lights hovering over the farm. At first, he thought it was just the police. But as he got closer, he realized it was actually a massive, bright object about 80-90 feet wide just floating above the trees! It had all these pulsating red lights but was completely silent as it moved around erratically.Totally freaked out, Norman ran up to a nearby house, hoping to get help from the people living there. But no one answered, even with this eerie red glow from the object lighting up everything around them.A couple driving by ended up rescuing Norman and taking him straight to the police station to report what he saw.You'd think the cops might not believe such a crazy story. But the officer on duty, Reginald Toland, said he'd actually gotten similar reports recently of UFOs being spotted around town - even one chasing after a woman's car!Another officer, Eugene Bertrand Jr., went with Norman back out to the farm, and they both saw this weird object with pulsating red lights rising up silently from behind the trees.Bertrand quickly called for backup, and more officers arrived to see the phenomenon for themselves, including Patrolman David Hunt.With all these credible sightings, the police alerted the nearby Air Force base about the mysterious object.This Exeter UFO experience led to an insane battle between Norman and the police, fighting for their credibility for years to come.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Would you notice if there was a paranormal force controlling you? Is it possible for a vacant space to invite in evil? It's listener submission time again and we have two creepy and unsettling stories for you. Listen now.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time for another installment of Cursed Games - the paranormal and creepy games that could certainly lead to unsettling outcomes. In this episode, we dive into four spooky games: Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board, The Answer Man, Three Kings, and Dry Bones. Would you ever play a potentially paranormal game? We even found a few encounter stories to go along with learning these potentially cursed games. Listen now!Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unveiling the Filipino Haunting: Exploring the ManananggalOriginating from ancient Filipino folklore long before the Spanish colonization, the Manananggal is a haunting creature deeply embedded in the country's mythology. The name, derived from the Tagalog word meaning "to separate," represents a sub-type of the Aswang, a broader category encompassing various shape-shifting malevolent entities in local legend.Among the Aswang's repertoire are vampires, weredogs, witches, and the notorious Viscera Sucker, commonly known as the Manananggal.The Manananggal presents a chilling facade, appearing as an ordinary woman during the day, often deceiving those around her with her disguise. However, come nightfall, her true form emerges, marked by grotesque transformations.With bat-like wings sprouting from her arms, elongated tongues, and razor-sharp teeth, she embarks on a gruesome hunt.The most unsettling aspect of her metamorphosis is her ability to separate her upper body from her lower half, allowing her to fly off in search of prey, leaving her legs behind.Feeding on more than just blood like traditional vampires, the Manananggal's diet includes bodily fluids such as phlegm, with a preference for human organs, especially those of unborn babies.Pregnant women become prime targets for this fearsome creature, often falling victim to its insatiable hunger.Despite its terrifying nature, Filipino folklore offers methods of protection against the Manananggal, including the use of ash, garlic, herbs, and salt to ward off its malevolent presence.The legend of the Manananggal serves as a cautionary tale, reflecting societal values and fears. Its origins may stem from a desire to reinforce community bonds and warn against the dangers of vanity and envy.Additionally, the creature's attributes, such as its wings and elongated tongue, may offer explanations for natural phenomena, such as miscarriages and sudden deaths in the night, in the absence of scientific understanding.Personal accounts shared by individuals add layers of authenticity to the folklore surrounding the Manananggal. Tales of encounters with this supernatural being evoke both fear and fascination, highlighting the enduring power of folklore to captivate and terrify.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you're living in an old, century home, it's hard not to wonder whether or not spirits are occupying your space with you. In today's episode, we have two listener submissions about paranormal and creepy encounters that they have witnessed in their century homes (fun fact - one of these listeners is my wife!) But how believable are these hauntings? Listen now.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dark WatchersFor a long time, the mysterious tall figures known as the Dark Watchers have been part of the stories and legends of the Santa Lucia Mountains in Central California.These huge beings, anywhere from 8 to 15 feet tall, have captured the imagination of locals and historians, with their origins tracing back to the myths of native tribes like the Chumash people. While there's not much about them online, the first recorded sightings of these strange entities date back to the 1700s when Spanish settlers called them "los Vigilantes Oscuros."People who've seen them all describe three main things: their really tall human-like shape, their cloaked appearance, and the walking stick they carry. These shadowy figures with no facial features are often spotted during the golden hour before sunset, ominously overlooking the landscape.The legends say the Dark Watchers are picky about who they appear to - they seem to favor encounters with people hiking the old-fashioned way, without modern gear or guns.While their presence is spooky, witnesses say they're not threatening, just observing without interacting. Famous writers like Robert Jefferson and John Steinbeck featured the Dark Watchers in their works, making them part of California's cultural heritage.Jefferson's poetic descriptions give an eerie, familiar feel, while Steinbeck's mentions show the reverence and caution people feel toward them.Some people try to explain the Dark Watchers with scientific phenomena like pareidolia or the Brocken Spectre effect. But these rational ideas don't really capture the mystique around these ancient beings and why they've stuck in Central California's collective memory.Interestingly, local customs like Olivia Steinbeck leaving gifts for the Dark Watchers hint at a spiritual connection with these elusive mountain guardians. Whether supernatural or natural, the mystery of the Dark Watchers fascinates people and reminds us of the enduring secrets in California's rugged landscapes.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On January 1st, 2024, law enforcement was notified that teenagers were causing a riot inside a downtown Miami mall with sticks and fireworks. However, what residents outside the mall witnessed was an intensive police response that many watchers claimed they'd never seen in their lives. It seemed that whatever was happening at the mall, which completely shut down the street with rows and rows of police cars, was bigger than just rioting teens. Then, word came out about 8 to 10-foot-tall creatures being seen around the mall. But, is this believable?Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do stars truly play a role in our fate? Is it possible for constellations to actually predict the future? In this episode, we dive into astrology and whether or not we believe celestial objects can affect events in our day-to-day lives.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mojave UFO IncidentSteve and Dawn Hess wanted to get away from their busy lives for a bit. They were a married couple looking for some peaceful alone time together. So they decided to go camping in the Mojave Desert. Their plan was to just chill out under the big desert sky without any noise or distractions. But little did they know, their little camping trip was about to get really weird and scary.They found a nice secluded spot between two mountains to set up camp.As they were laying out looking at the stars that night, they saw a tiny glowing ball drifting over one of the mountains. Steve felt uneasy about it but tried not to think too much of it at first.But then things started getting even weirder. That one light became nine lights, all moving in formation across the sky. Steve and Dawn figured maybe it was just military aircraft from a nearby base or something.But the lights started coming closer and closer until everything got really quiet and eerie.That's when the couple started to panic for real. Strange red-eyed creatures surrounded their camper. Steve had his rifle ready to defend them if needed. But Dawn had a gut feeling they shouldn't provoke whatever these things were.Next, they saw these tall see-through beings appear. The beings seemed to be putting pictures and visions directly into Steve and Dawn's minds.A blinding light flashed, and the next thing they knew, they woke up the next morning with no idea what happened after the light.The only evidence anything weird went down was some red marks on Dawn's neck. Completely freaked out, they decided to get the hell out of the desert right away. They were left with so many unanswered questions about their bizarre close encounter in the Mojave.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Legend of KrampusThe creepy legend of Krampus has been around for centuries, originating way back in southern Germany, the Swiss Alps, and Western Austria.He's like the chilling opposite of the jolly Santa Claus. Krampus is described as this devilish, horned figure with cloven hooves, symbolizing the harsh winters and struggles for survival in the Alps.Standing a towering 8 to 9 feet tall, with goat horns, fangs, and wild eyes, Krampus strikes fear into kids' hearts to scare them into being good during the holidays. While Santa rewards well-behaved children with gifts, Krampus plays the disciplinary bad cop, punishing those who've been naughty. It's the good versus evil idea, with Krampus representing the punitive side deeply rooted in Christian beliefs about divine judgment - the good get rewarded, the bad get punished.Over time, Krampus has evolved from a folklore character into a full-blown cultural phenomenon, fueled by movies, media, and annual parades where people dress up as the demonic figure and roam the streets.This surge of interest has some folks theorizing Krampus might even be a "Tulpa" - a thought-form kept alive by collective belief and fear. As thousands focus on Krampus each year, his presence just grows stronger, feeding off that potent emotion of fear.On December 5th during the Krampuslauf or Krampus Run, people get drunk and dress as Krampus, running wild through the streets. It's believed that's when the real Krampus emerges to dish out his punishments, from playful spankings with birch branches to the terrifying threat of being kidnapped to eternal damnation.Armed with a black leather bucket for imprisoning his captives, Krampus embodies the darkest childhood - and adult - fears of being punished for misbehaving around the holidays.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Haunted Hoia Baicu ForestTucked away west of Cluj-Napoca in Romania's Transylvania region is the infamous Hoia-Baciu Forest, a creepy spot full of eerie happenings and supernatural vibes.It may just be a square mile big, but this forest gets a ton of attention for its otherworldly feel, earning it the nickname "Bermuda Triangle of Transylvania."Tourists and researchers alike are drawn in by the twisted trees and a bizarre dead zone where paranormal stuff rules. The forest's twisted-up vegetation looks like it's straight out of a fantasy, adding to the menacing atmosphere. The trees have these contorted shapes and burn marks that give you the chills, plus there are reports of faces appearing on the bark to freak you out even more.Weirdly, all the trees curve in a clockwise direction, making the landscape super surreal. Right in the heart is the creepy "dead zone" - an area empty of any life, where even the soil keeps its mysteries.Walking through Hoia-Baciu gives you an unsettling feeling, like you're being watched or aren't welcome.Shadows flicker at the corners of your vision, triggering primal fear. Visitors talk about feeling nauseous, getting headaches, inexplicable scratches - they blame it on a powerful curse blanketing the forest. Magnetic weirdness and electronics going haywire add to the mystique, making you think unearthly forces are at play.But the legends go beyond just superstition, with tales of ghosts, demonic beings, even alien encounters woven through the Hoia Forest's history. From that oppressive, watched feeling to compasses gone rogue, every visit unravels new layers of intrigue and dread. Whether rooted in myth or hiding real mysteries, the forest keeps beckoning brave souls willing to venture into its shadowy depths, forever tied to Transylvania's enigmatic, legend-filled landscapes.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it possible that shadow figures can be harbingers of bad news? In this listener submission, we discuss a young boy who witnessed a creepy, small shadow figure in his room. Not only did he see this eerie entity, but it appeared night after night. All of this activity led to a terrifying and dangerous event. Listen now.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spontaneous Human CombustionThe idea of spontaneous human combustion (SHC) has been puzzling and fascinating people since the 1600s. It got really popular after Charles Dickens wrote about a character dying from SHC in his novel "Bleak House."The theory claims that people can just burst into flames from the inside, without any outside spark or fire source. But scientists are pretty skeptical - they point out that the human body is mostly water, with only small amounts of flammable stuff like fat and methane gas.Plus, the crazy high heat needed to reduce a body to ashes doesn't match up with how little fire damage is usually seen around SHC cases.Scientific analyses keep poking holes in the likelihood of SHC. Our bodies are soaking wet on the inside, not exactly tinderboxes ready to combust.Even if someone did randomly catch fire, all that water would probably douse the flames pretty quickly. Comparing it to cremation, which takes temperatures over 1600°F for a long time, makes spontaneous combustion seem highly improbable based on things like tiny cigarette tips as the ignition source.While SHC tales are gripping in novels and urban legends, the scientific consensus leans hard against it actually being a real phenomenon - more like an unsolvable mystery than something that happens.So as fascinating as the whole spontaneous combustion concept is, most serious scientists think it's simply implausible based on human biology and the laws of combustion.Mysterious ashes and burn patterns alone don't override our physical reality. Still, that lingering "what if?" makes spontaneous human combustion an irresistibly spooky idea that will probably keep getting retold for centuries to come. Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Somerton ManIt was this fateful December morning back in 1948 when the calm Somerton Beach near Adelaide, Australia became the site of one bizarre and baffling discovery.A middle-aged man, looking dapper in a clean suit and shiny shoes, was found slumped against the sea wall - and it would ignite a mystery that had investigators stumped for decades to come. At first, folks assumed it was just natural causes, but a closer look revealed some sinister clues pointing to foul play instead.The man's strange circumstances coupled with some real head-scratchers from the autopsy painted it as one meticulously planned crime scene.Eyewitness accounts only added more complexity, with people reporting seeing the man on the beach the night before - making it seem premeditated. But it was the sharp eye of pathology professor John Burton Cleland that really cracked the case wide open.Cleland's scrutiny of the scene found inconsistencies suggesting this was an orchestrated murder, not a sudden death.From the pristine condition of the man's shoes to the lack of vomit that'd indicate poisoning, Cleland's analysis challenged earlier conclusions and steered the investigation in a new direction.Then there was the suitcase found nearby, seemingly belonging to the victim, that hinted at potential ties to maritime travel between Australia and America.Yet no matter how doggedly they traced leads by checking hotels and train stations, the man's true identity stayed a total enigma. With no wallet, no ID, no recognizable traits whatsoever, he became known simply as the "Somerton Man" - cloaked in anonymity and intrigue.Decades later, the mystery lives on, captivating amateur sleuths and forensics experts alike as they keep trying to unravel the secrets buried in those sands at Somerton Beach.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Enfield MonsterIn the quiet town of Enfield, Southern Illinois, the tranquility of a typical evening was shattered on April 25th, 1973, by chilling encounters with a creature that defied explanation. The ordeal began with 10-year-old Greg Garrett's harrowing experience in his backyard, where he encountered a grotesque being with three legs, taloned hands, and large red eyes.His frantic account, corroborated by a neighbor, Henry McDaniel, described a nightmarish entity prowling the vicinity, leaving a trail of fear and confusion in its wake.McDaniel's encounter, occurring just half an hour later, mirrored Garrett's description in chilling detail as he found himself face-to face with the same unearthly creature. Desperate to protect his family, McDaniel resorted to firing at the creature, only to witness its unnerving resilience and agility as it bounded away into the darkness. Both Garrett and McDaniel's reports prompted police investigation, revealing anomalous footprints and scratch marks that defied conventional explanation.Despite the compelling evidence, authorities remained skeptical of the witnesses' accounts, grappling with the implausible nature of the encounters. The enigmatic creature, dubbed the "Enfield Monster," left a lasting impression on the small town, sparking debates and speculation about its origins and intentions.Decades later, the mystery endures, serving as a haunting reminder of the inexplicable phenomena that lurk beyond the realm of human understanding.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you love normal, everyday folks' personal stories about UFO sightings and potential alien encounters, this is the BTB episode for you! We have five listener submissions about UFO sightings, red lights in the sky, invisible entities, feeling chased, and a potential abduction. Listen now.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From July 1st to July 3rd in 1863, Gettysburg was the location of a brutal battle between the Union and Confederate forces during the United States Civil War. Due to this extreme tragedy and bloodshed, it is no surprise that Gettysburg is known to be extremely haunted. In this live Halloween special, we discuss popular ghost sightings and locations and some ghost encounters found across the web.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Countless people have been visited by strange men with human-like features dressed in black suits after having an encounter with aliens. More often than not, the men in black are hostile and emphasize that the witnesses must not tell anyone about their extraterrestrial experience. Could these men be aliens themselves? Or perhaps they are working with the government to ensure alien encounters stay hush-hush? Listen now.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On October 1st, 1966, a young airman named Robert Matthews was set to be picked up for his first tour with the US Air Force. However, strange lights in the sky derailed his plans, in addition to inexplicably losing an entire hour. After meeting with Ufologist and author, Budd Hopkins, Matthews quickly realized his past has more paranormal experiences than he originally thought.We are joined on this episode by Aly and Nat from Let's Get Haunted, a wonderfully creepy and hilarious paranormal podcast that you NEED to check out.Listen to and follow Let’s Get Haunted today at the following links:https://linktr.ee/letsgethauntedhttp://bit.ly/GetHauntedPatreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Listener Submission Collection, we discuss 5 stories submitted to us that range from ghosts in military bases to creepy creatures lurking in the woods. Could a guardian angel protect you during a sleep paralysis episode? Could there be a negative, evil energy targeting a business building? Listen now!Mark your calendars - Believing the Bizarre's Live Halloween Special will be Saturday, October 28th, at 9pm EST.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Svetlana Telets felt as if outside forces guided her hands while painting The Woman of the Rain. The result is a painting that has been returned to Svetlana multiple times due to the owners claiming to experience paranormal phenomena with the painting in their homes. Experiences such as nightmares, anxiety, and seeing shadow figures in their homes. But, is it possible for this painting to be haunted? Listen now.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is a phenomenon where hundreds of people have awakened to find a man in a blood-red flannel shirt standing near their bed. While he may not give off negative energy, what could this entity possibly be or want? Listen now!Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could an imaginary friend become something more than just purely imagination? Is it possible for an imaginary friend to turn into a paranormal entity? Or perhaps a spirit is taking on the form of something else? We discuss a very unique case of a protective imaginary friend and a haunted library in this week's episode of Believing the Bizarre.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could a mysterious death in West Yorkshire be the result of alien activity? An officer who investigated the death, Alan Godfrey, ended up having a UFO experience himself. Beyond that, we discuss multiple UFO sightings and alien encounters in the area. But, is it believable?Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine a creature stalking you in the woods, giving you the feeling that something is lurking behind you, only to constantly evade your eyes by quickly hiding behind a nearby tree. That, in essence, is the Hidebehind. Since the 19th century, the Hidebehind has terrorized Native Americans, loggers, and now hikers in the Pacific Northwest of the United States. But, how believable is the Hidebehind cryptid? Listen now.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What could possibly go wrong during a paranormal investigation? When a group goes on a ghost hunt tour, they get much more than they bargained for when a strange smell appears, one investigator's mood and personality strangely shift, and a face completely morphs at the Ouija board. But is it believable? Listen now.Listen to Let Me Tell You a Scary Story on Apple Podcast or Spotify:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/let-me-tell-you-a-scary-story/id1547033101Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3YMAwdaimHdzeHgjkuJCsYPatreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if a sore throat turned into the feeling that something was crawling around inside of you? Then, leading to terrible mood swings, insomnia, and strange voices? In August of 2016, this was Kennedy Ife's life. As Kennedy's symptoms and behavior intensified, his family took matters into their own hands - which led to a tragic, botched exorcism. Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could immense loss and unnecessary tragedy be the cause of one of the most haunted locations in Arkansas? The Crescent Hotel is known for housing many ghosts. From guests to staff members, it is not uncommon for folks to witness an unexplainable entity appear in windows and around corners. When you look at the history and the fact that a man purchased the hotel and turned it into a fraudulent hospital for cancer patients, it's not hard to imagine that the Crescent Hotel may very well be haunted. So, what exactly have people experienced? Listen now!Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What would you do if you saw a strange ship pass you by and a tall man with an eerie grin on the side of the road flag you down? While Mothman was terrorizing Point Pleasant, WV, there was another entity roaming the area - Indrid Cold, also known as the Grinning Man. Countless witnesses claimed to see this strange, grinning man; in fact, one man - Woodrow Derenberger - claimed to enter his spaceship and visit his home planet of Lanulos. But, is it believable? Listen now!Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A seemingly normal man showed up at Haneda Airport in Tokyo with documentation claiming he was from the country Taured. Confused, they asked him to point on a map where his country was at. The next morning, he completely vanished. We discuss this bizarre case and more interdimensional stories. But, are they believable?Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine if that familiar voice you heard call your name out wasn't actually your mother. Could that shuffling figure that passed by your bedroom door and peered into your room be something else? It's listener submission time! We have two horrifyingly creepy stories - one about sleep paralysis (and trying to self-induce it) and another about an unsettling entity pretending to be our author's mother. But, is it believable?Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could the Denver Airport be a front for underground meetings for secret societies? Why does the Denver Airport display such strange and creepy artwork? Could a horse statue be the entrance to Illuminati gatherings? Listen to our episode all about the Denver Airport Conspiracies.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Kitami Japan in 1974, a 28 year old vegetable farmer, Yoshihiro Fujiwara, was awakened by a pounding knock at his door at 3 am. He was shocked to discover a starfish/octopus-like alien creature at his door. And this was just the beginning. But, are the Kitami aliens believable? Listen now.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can ghosts have a calming effect? What if you could give your recently deceased puppy one last big hug and a pet? This listener submission episode covers many encounters - some creepy, some surprisingly peaceful. But, are they believable? Listen now.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is lurking in the Sierra Nevada Mountains? Penelope is a local Sierra Nevada cryptid known as being super tall, elongated, pale and skinny with long black hair and sharp claws. She is ferocious, aggressive, and known for disemboweling her prey - which includes hikers, visitors, and campers of Sierra Nevada. Could the Sierra Nevada Monster, Penelope, be real? Could she be a pale crawler? Listen now.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is all about Pennsylvania cryptids - that includes the noble squonk, a hideous and tragically ugly creature, the Giwoogle, a specific witch's familiar, and the Waterford Sheepman, a tall and terrifying creature with the face of a sheep. Listen now.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a group of teenage friends sneak into a local retention pond in their neighborhood, they run into more scares than the thrill of trespassing after dark. In our second listener submission, we detail a man's various apartments and homes over the years that is incredibly sensitive to the paranormal. From shadow figures and screams to fingers lurking between grates, there are plenty of horrifying tales. But, are these stories believable?Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a tsunami suddenly struck Japan in 2011, it stole the lives of over 20,000 people. During the few months after this tragedy, hundreds of people in Japan claimed to see the spirits of those that perished during the tsunami. From ghostly passengers in cabs and spirit-filled beaches to forlorn possessions, we discuss countless ghost sightings. But, are they believable? Listen now.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices