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Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths

Tyler and Charlie

Believing the Bizarre is a paranormal podcast that dives into the unknown and the unusual every Tuesday.From UFOs and hauntings to conspiracies and cryptids, we discuss a variety of paranormal topics and decide where they land on our Believability Scale - Believable, Viable, Skeptical, or Unbelievable.We also accept and discuss listener-submitted paranormal encounters.If you love creepy stories and horror content mixed with humor and a keen eye, we are the paranormal podcast for you.Check out

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50:13

Finland's Myths and Monsters

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2024/06/04

Finland, a land of breathtaking landscapes and rich history, is home to a captivating array of mythical creatures and tales.From the depths of the sea to the heart of the forest, these legends have been woven into the fabric of Finnish culture for centuries. The malevolent Iku-Turso, known as the "ox of death" and "father of diseases," lurks in the ocean's depths, while the mischievous Menninkäinen, reminiscent of hobbits and gnomes, dance in the woods and delight in riddles and shiny treasures. In

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65:27

Sleep Paralysis Stories: Vol 1

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2024/05/28

Sleep Paralysis Stories: Volume 1Over the years we have had tons of listeners submit potential sleep paralysis stories, so we decided to combine a handful of them into a new, unique listener submission collection - sleep paralysis stories!Sleep paralysis is a terrifying experience where individuals find themselves conscious but unable to move, often accompanied by hallucinations of shadow figures, entities, and the infamous "old hag."Theories range from supernatural encounters to a dream-like state

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26:00

Bizarre News and Alien Abduction Blind Ranking

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2024/05/24

It's time for a new monthly segment! On the fourth Friday of every month, you can expect Bizarre News and Blind Rankings.This month in Bizarre News, we discuss a wide variety of topics. From a puzzling earthquake in Turkey followed by a dazzling display of UFOs, to a mysterious neon blue cloud hovering over Quincy, Massachusetts, we explore the strange and the supernatural.But that's not all! We also delve into the fascinating world of paranormal curiosity, as we reveal which U.S. state tops the

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44:21

The Contorting Entity Hugo

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2024/05/21

The Contorting Entity HugoIt's listener submission time again! The listener has requested to stay anonymous, so as always, we got a Sophia story!From a young age, Sophia possessed an innate sensitivity to the paranormal, able to sense the emotions and energy of those around her, including spirits. Despite her belief in ghosts, she had never directly encountered a shadow person until she was 12 or 13 years old. In her bedroom, she began to feel a presence watching her, which she eventually named

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54:24

Madeleine Arnoux, Marius DeWilde, and Maurice Masse...

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2024/05/14

This week on Believing the Bizarre we have three incredibly alien encounters that took place in France.Our first story takes place in the summer of 1944, when 13-year-old Madeleine Arnoux was on a bicycle ride to pick up food from a nearby farm. During a brief rest in a meadow, she stumbled upon a strange, metallic craft and tiny humanoid creatures dressed in brown one-piece suits. Frozen in fear, Madeleine eventually fled the scene, keeping her encounter a secret for nearly 30 years before finally

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56:17

Jim Harold - Interview

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2024/05/10

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

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36:36

The Haunted Monte Cristo Homestead

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2024/05/07

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

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52:33

The Rotenburg Cannibal

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2024/04/30

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

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58:28

Guardian Angels

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2024/04/23

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

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60:58

Trench Coat Shadow Man

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2024/04/16

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

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99:55

Glitches in the Matrix with Let's Get Haunted

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2024/04/09

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

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81:17

Bigfoot: The Legend of Sasquatch

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2024/04/02

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

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58:51

Listener Submission Collection Vol 7

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2024/03/26

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

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Pete the Poltergeist

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2024/03/19

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,

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The Ruwa Ariel School UFO Incident

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2024/03/12

This week, we head to Ruwa, Zimbabwe, for a wild UFO encounter. One day at the Ariel School in Ruwa, a group of children claimed to witness a silver disc fly down from the sky on a rock. Then, they witnessed beings emerge from the space craft. And that is just the beginning. Could these children truly have witnessed an alien encounter, or is it most likely mass hysteria? Listen now.This episode is sponsored by SurfShark VPN. Secure your privacy with Surfshark at https://surfshark.deals/BIZARRE and

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61:01

Creature Feature: Vol 3

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2024/03/05

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

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60:47

Zozo the Demon

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2024/02/27

If you've ever played with a Ouija board, you may be familiar with Zozo the demon. Out of all the demonic entities, Zozo is the one most closely related to Ouija board experiences. Its other names may include Mama, Zaza, or Zoso. In this episode, we discuss terrifying encounters that have truly scarred individuals after potentially encountering this entity. But, is it believable? Listen now. Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates,

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57:58

The Exeter Incident

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2024/02/20

On September 3rd, 1965, the town of Exeter, New Hampshire, was rocked by countless sightings and calls of UFOs in the sky. For three specific individuals, Norman Muscarello, Officer Bertrand, and Patrolman Hunt, their experience with these bright and mysterious lights became a long battle for credibility. Was their Exeter UFO experience 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

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The Jinn in the Empty Room

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2024/02/13

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

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Cursed Games: Part 3

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2024/02/06

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

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