Mysteries and Monsters

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Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 325 Cult Following...

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2025/01/06

When we hear the world "cult" our minds often create an image of gullible people who lack the intelligence to understand they're being manipulated by someone who is not what they seem. Yet, the evidence suggests that this isn't the case, organistations change, purposes are hidden and often the truth is altered in such a way that often it is only when they reach their conclusions that the followers realise just what is going on. Joining me to look at psychology and history of cults and their

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85:48

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 324: A Paranormal Box...

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2024/12/30

I welcome back parapsychologist and author John Fraser as we discuss his latest book, One Big Paranormal Box Of Tricks. In the book, John reflects on the motivations for his involvement in paranormal research from an early age, less of a life story, the book is presented as a meditation on what the paranomal may mean for us. You can find the book here: A big thank you to John for joining me this week. Our Patreon is now live, if you want to support the show and get Ad-Free episodes, bonus

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72:34

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 323 In Search of...

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2024/12/23

I'm delighted to welcome back author, investigator and a contributor to dozens of paranormal television shows, Richard Estep back to the show. In his latest book, In Search of Demons, he hits the road to interview people in regards to one of the most decisive topics in the paranormal and hears from sceptics, believers, investigators, magicians, bishops, exorcists and more. A balanced and informative journey awaits the reader as RIchard grapples with the baggage attached to such a subject. You

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104:44

Mysteries and Monsters; Episode 322 American...

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2024/12/16

Thunderbird myths have been with us for millenia and span the entire continent. From tales spoken by Native Americans and First Nations peoples, to the far flung corners of Asia, the stories of gigantic birds are ingrained in to our history. Joining me to discuss the Thunderbird,the missing photo, lost tresures, strange UFO's and mysterious monsters is author and researcher Kevin J Guhl. Kevin is the man behind thunderbirdphoto.com and we look at the some of the stories included in his new book:

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108:13

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 321 Illusions: Smoke...

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2024/12/14

In this book, Ronald Kinsella questions the validity of a number of alien, UFO and cryptid reports which range from the unusual, to the very bizarre, throughout the world. This interrogation is not based on their authenticity, rather, questioning a much darker aspect to their origins and of a seemingly fragmented phenomenon.We discuss the possibilities of one force perhaps being behind all manner of unusual encounters with some intriguing ideas. The book can be found here: Thank you to Ronald

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81:34

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 320 Beware the...

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2024/12/09

From deities like the Morrigan to death-related beings such as the Doppelganger, Steven J. Rolfes examines what banshees are and how they have captivated humanity for centuries. We discuss some spine chilling encounters and reports of encounters with the Banshee as well as some of the other messengers of death from around the world. You can find Steven's book here: A big thank you for Steven for joining me! Our Patreon is now live, if you want to support the show and get Ad-Free episodes, bonus

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93:24

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 319 Fortune In Your...

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2024/12/02

We enter the world of divination and tarot this week with author and reader Alaric Albertsson who guides us into the world of reading through a standard set of playing cards. For many, a normal pack of cards was more than sufficient to enable seers and those attuned to receiving messages to find guidance in the past until Tarot took hold in the late 19th centrury. With a history shrouded in mystery we look through the magic and mystery to uncover the power of cards. His books can be found here:

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100:56

Mysteries and Monsters:Episode 318 Sightseeing With...

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2024/11/25

We set our eyes on the skies this episode as I welcome back author Insha Fitzpatrick to the show. The latest installment in the "Totally Factual Field Guide" series sees Insha sighseeing with aliens. From alien encounters in cinema to the disturbing cases of alien abdution, the mystery of exoplanets and Quatermass, we ponder our place in the universe. Insha's books can be found here: Insha's website is here: Thank you as always to Insha for joining me once again. Our Patreon is now live, if

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95:06

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 317 UK Haunted...

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2024/11/18

Author and paranormal researcher Dr Paul Lee joins me on this week's show to discuss his work in cataloguing the numerous haunted pubs, bars and hotels in the United Kingdom. We discuss the essence of hauntings, history, the over-reliance on gadgets over more practical methods and more. Dr Lee's site is here: His books are here: Thank you to Dr Lee for joining me this week. Our Patreon is now live, if you want to support the show and get Ad-Free episodes, bonus content, early release of the

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80:44

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 316 Hidden Haunts...

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2024/11/11

A journey around some of Scotland's lesser known ghosts is on the menu today as author and host of the Eerie Edinburgh YouTube channel joins me. We delve in to the dark story of Major Thomas Weir, Deacon Brodie, a forgotten haunted house and a distinctive haunted car and much more this episode You find his books here: Eerie Ediburgh is here: Thank you to WJ Gilbert for joining me this week. Our Patreon is now live, if you want to support the show and get Ad-Free episodes, bonus content,

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78:07

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 315 The Lake Worth...

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2024/11/04

This week, I am delighted to welcome back Lyle Blackburn to the show to cover one the Lone Star state's most infamous cryptid cases.The Lake Worth Monster cases erupted in that hot summer of 1969 which left dozens of witnesses baffled, locals forming monster hunting posse's and a slew of strange characters claiming they were responsible. Lyle also discuss the curious case of the Cowman of Copalis Beach, an often overlooked Bigfoot encounter first uploaded on line way back in 1995! Lyle's book

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71:55

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 314 My Haunted Life...

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2024/10/30

In the second part of our converstation, Ruth tells us more about some the unusual events in here life, including some rather hair raising Ouija encounters, strange natural phenomena and sneak preview in to her new book, These Haunted Times Volume 5!Ruths books can be found here: Thank you as always to Ruth! Our Patreon is now live, if you want to support the show and get Ad-Free episodes, bonus content, early release of the regular show and monthly prizes for everyone who signs up! Join here

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66:27

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 313 My Haunted Life...

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2024/10/28

On this episode, I'm delighted to welcome back our good friend, Ruth Roper Wylde in the the first installment of a two part conversation. Known as the premier chronicler of Paranormal Encounters in the UK due to her fantastic series of books, Ruth talks about some of the strange and unusual events that have peppered her life rather than the ones shared with her. From visitations from ghostly cats, to an encounter with a strange green being. a ghost in a toilet and potentially an elemental. we

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70:47

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 312 Divine Dirt with...

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2024/10/25

On this episode, I'm joined by has been a practicing witch for nearly 20 years. She is trained in both modern Wiccan styled witchcraft and more traditional styled witchcraft. In her latest book, Divine Dirt, Charity will help you understand and connect with the magical places all around you. In addition to numerous spells and exercises, this book teaches you how to create and charge potent magical powders that can be used in the moment or stored for later use. The book can be found here: Thanks

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85:44

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 311 Unquiet Voices...

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2024/10/21

In their new book, Unquiet Voices: The magical Art of Laying Ghosts", authors Rob and Nonie Douglas draw on 30 years of experience in dealing with hauntings and assisting with the laying of ghosts. Combining classic necromancy with modern investigation methods they offer a fresh approach to making contact with the voices all around us. The book can be found here: Their website is here: Thank you to Rob and Nonie for joining me. Our Patreon is now live, if you want to support the show and get

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116:43

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 310 The Highest...

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2024/10/14

We dive in to some of the weirdest cases ever recorded in the world of the fortean and paranormal as I welcome back Richard Freeman to the show.His latest book, "The Highest Strangeness" has dozens of odd cases that have been reported from around the world from talking animals, to killer muppets, A tree monster that scared Dr Who, comic characters who came to life and much much more! You can find the book here: A big thank you as always to Richard for joining me Our Patreon is now live, if

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22:06

Introducing Fear Daily: Night Hunting | The Day it...

Mysteries and Monsters ·

2024/10/10

Fear Daily takes you into the shadows of the past, unearthing the 1990's most terrifying tales of monsters, madness, and life after death. Join us as we explore the ghost stories and supernatural encounters left on an old online bulletin board that continues to operate somewhere in an unknown part of the Pennsylvania Rust Belt - a time capsule of society's greatest fears. Written by Brennan Storr, creator of The Ghost Story Guys, and hosted by Brandon Schexnayder, creator of Southern Gothic... Fear

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95:52

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 309 Back Roads Lore...

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2024/10/07

My guests this week have come together under the banner of Back Roads Lore to collate, collect and preserve American folklore in a regular periodical covering all kinds of strange phenomena. David, Chad and Kevin need no introduction to most lovers of the fortean and we discuss some strange tales from Scarecrow Lore, to Tainted Candy, Lost vampires and the Van Meter Monster and the importance of preserving your local folklore Back Roads Lore can be found here: Chad and Kevin's website is

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95:28

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 308 The Mothman...

Mysteries and Monsters ·

2024/09/30

Over the last few years, a series of sightings of a strange flying creature began to be reported in and around the city of Chicago, leaving witnesses baffled, bewildered and shocked. What on earth were people seeing both in the skies and in close encounters on terra firma? My guest this week has been investigating these strange encounters since 2017 and released his first book, "The Lake Michigan Mothman" focusing on the cases. Now, with Unsolved Mysteries covering the encounters and a raft of

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92:54

Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 307 Frightful...

Mysteries and Monsters ·

2024/09/23

This week, we head on the mother of all road trips in the company of author and artist Mike Bass. Mike's brilliant new book, Frightful Folklore of North America is an incredible collection over 100 legends, myths and creatures from all points of the continent. We discuss some of our favourite characters with an emphasis on some you may never have heard of. The book can be found here: Zip Dang can be found here: A big thank you to Mike for joining me this week! Our Patreon is now live, if

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