Arcane Station

In this episode of Arcane Station, we journey into the shadows of Europe and beyond to explore the world’s most infamous demonic castles — fortresses said to seal gateways to Hell, imprison witches and werewolves, and echo with the rituals of the damned. From the hellmouth beneath Houska Castle in the Czech Republic, to Ireland’s Leap Castle and its terrifying Elemental, to Austria’s Moosham Castle where witches and werewolves were executed, and Norway’s Akershus Fortress, guarded by a spectr...

In this episode of Arcane Station, we journey into the haunted folklore of the American Southeast, beginning with the tragic tale of Grace Sherwood—the so-called Witch of Pungo—whose trial and punishment in colonial Virginia left an enduring mark on the region’s history. From the waterways of Witchduck Creek to the cultural superstitions that followed her legacy, we unravel the truth behind her story and why it still resonates today. From there, we move into the mist-covered hills of Appalach...

Dive into the strange world of the Mandela Effect — the unsettling phenomenon where millions remember the same events, names, or details… differently than they “really” happened. In this episode of Arcane Station, we explore famous examples, possible explanations from psychology to quantum theory, and why these shared false memories might reveal more about reality than we think. Whether you remember Berenstain or Berenstein, this journey will make you question what’s real.

Step into the shadows with Arcane Station as we uncover the chilling history and modern encounters with the Dogman. From early folklore and Native American legends to spine-tingling eyewitness accounts, we trace the origins of this mysterious cryptid and explore the theories that surround it. Are Dogmen flesh-and-blood creatures, supernatural entities, or something even stranger? Join us as we dig into the myths, the sightings, and the high strangeness that keeps the Dogman legend alive.

We explore the legend of the Boggy Creek, the mysterious swamp creature of Fouke, Arkansas. This episode dives into eyewitness sightings, historical accounts, possible biblical connections, and the strange phenomena surrounding one of America’s most famous cryptids.

Step aboard Arcane Station, your new departure point into the world of cryptids, paranormal encounters, high strangeness, folklore, conspiracies, and speculative science. In this inaugural episode, host Mike Porter introduces himself, shares the story behind the show’s creation, and lays out the journey ahead. You’ll get a taste of the kinds of mysteries we’ll explore—creatures lurking in the shadows, unexplained phenomena that challenge our understanding, and the strange threads connecting ancient