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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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53:42

Extraterrestrial Encounters: Vol 3

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2025/03/04

It is Extraterrestrial Encounters time!This week, we have four compelling UFO sighting accounts across North America and Egypt, where witnesses encountered unexplained aerial phenomena that defied conventional explanation.In Alberta, Gracie and her family observed a bright red unidentified object moving toward their vehicle during a stargazing trip; in Arizona, Bridget experienced missing time and strange lights surrounding her car; in Cairo, a family witnessed three flying saucers forming a

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64:02

Spring-Heeled Jack and the Gorbals Vampire

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2025/02/25

Spring-Heeled Jack and the Gorbals VampireThis week, we explore two British urban legends: the Gorbals Vampire and Spring-heeled Jack.In 1954 Glasgow, hundreds of children armed with knives and homemade weapons descended on the Southern Necropolis cemetery hunting a supernatural entity with iron teeth that allegedly killed two local boys.Meanwhile, in Victorian London, Spring-heeled Jack terrorized citizens from 1837 to 1904, described as a well-dressed gentleman with glowing eyes who could make

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65:36

The Skunk Ape

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2025/02/18

The Skunk ApeDeep in the swamps and forests of the southeastern United States lurks the legendary florida cryptid known as the Skunk Ape, a close cousin to the more famous sasquatch of the Pacific Northwest.Standing between 5 and 8 feet tall and weighing over 300 pounds, this florida bigfoot has earned its distinctive name from the powerful sulfuric odor it reportedly emits. Historical sightings of this swamp creature date back to 1818, with Native American Seminole tribes referring to it as the

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52:30

Dreams of Destiny

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2025/02/11

It's listener submission time and we have four strange stories for you this week!Nicole's Story: Greg, who died in a motorcycle accident, appeared to check on his baby son after death, and years later the child inexplicably described the exact way his father had died. Nicole also experienced a vivid vision where she found herself wearing moccasins in a snowy mountain landscape while crossing a summer street, suggesting a possible past life connection.Adrian's Parents' Story: Adrian's parents

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52:33

Hat Man Stories: Vol 1

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2025/02/04

Hat Man Stories: Volume 1It's listener submission time and we have a handful of encounters with the legendary and spooky Hat man.As a reminder, the Hat Man is a tall, looming shadow figure that lurks around and is often seen with a wide brim hat and a cloak. He is often associated with sleep paralysis and many associated feelings of dread with him.We have 4 listener submitted encounters with this infamous shadow figure.Story 1 - Peeps: During two consecutive nights of sleep paralysis, a Peeps

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17:24

Bizarre News - Bigfoot Sightings, Alien Life, and...

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2025/01/31

It's time for Bizarre News for January 2025! We have four exciting and strange news stories for you this month.Story 1 - Bigfoot Sighting (Mansfield, Ohio): A man named Andrew Baum and his stepfather reported seeing a Sasquatch while setting up a tree stand on their farmland near Interstate 71 in December 2024. The BFRO (Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization) investigated and found the witness credible, though they questioned whether it might have been a human walking across the field rather than a

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Changelings

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2025/01/28

What is a Changeling?In this exploration of Celtic changelings and fairy folklore, we dive into the chilling mythology of supernatural infant swapping in Ireland.First, we examine how faerie changelings were believed to infiltrate human families by replacing human babies with fairy offspring, leading to centuries of paranoid parents employing various protective measures like iron implements and father's clothing around cribs. The changeling stories often featured bizarre characteristics that parents

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60:31

The Raven Mocker

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2025/01/21

The Raven MockerWe explore the terrifying Cherokee legend of the Raven Mocker (Kâ'lanû Ahkyeli'skï ), one of the most feared entities in Cherokee mythology.The Raven Mocker is described as an ancient shapeshifting witch that preys upon the dying, consuming their hearts to steal their remaining years of life through supernatural means. According to Cherokee tradition, these malevolent beings appear as withered elderly humans but can transform into fiery, raven-like creatures that soar through the

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26:41

Top 10 Horror Comedy Movies

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2025/01/17

Top 10 Horror Comedy Movies - Blind RankingsIt's time for another Blind Rankings. This month, we rank our top 10 horror comedy movies (without knowing what film comes next).From Shaun of the Dead and Scary Movie to Lake Placid, we discuss a bunch of great hilarious scary films. What would your list look like?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

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50:10

The Goblins in the Fields

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2025/01/14

The Goblins in the FieldsIt's listener submission time again and we have 3 chilling tales for you.The first story comes from Davis, who experienced paranormal activity throughout his life before encountering a mysterious shadow woman after hitting puberty.In a story from Brazil, Kelvin shares an unsettling late-night experience involving sleep paralysis, a mysteriously moving fork, and an inexplicably relocated blanket.The final tale from Washington state introduces us to "Duendes" - mischievous

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52:16

Audrey and Bella | Paranormal Investigators - Interview

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2025/01/10

Paranormal investigators and content creators Audrey and Bella, who met in high school through their shared love of K-pop and ghost hunting shows, have grown their YouTube and TikTok following by documenting their investigations at haunted locations.In this interview, Audrey and Bella discuss their investigation process, which includes extensive planning via Google Docs, using equipment like spirit boxes and REM pods, and taking turns handling editing and social media duties for each

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64:51

The Demonic Shadow in the Mirror

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2025/01/07

It is listener submission time again!The first story follows Emma and her family in Colorado, where unexplained phenomena escalate from mysteriously stacked pots and pans to a child being repeatedly thrown from his bed, leading her coal miner father to make a difficult decision.Strange shadows with skeletal features and long fingers begin appearing in doorways, while scratching sounds and unexplained voices echo through their home.The second story delves into Richard's experience as a foster parent

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47:47

The Manhattan Alien Abduction

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2024/12/31

The Manhattan Alien AbductionIn a 1989 case known as the Manhattan Alien Abduction, Linda Pagliano claimed she was lifted through her apartment window in a blue-white beam of light and taken aboard a UFO, with 23 witnesses reportedly observing the incident from various locations including the Brooklyn Bridge.UFO researcher Budd Hopkins, known for his regression therapy work and theories about alien-human hybrids, investigated the case and documented additional claims from Linda about subsequent

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Bizarre News and Top 10 Horror Movie Villains Blind...

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2024/12/27

It's time for December 2024's Bizarre News! This month, we discuss four strange news stories. Phantom Neuro, an Austin-based startup, is developing a groundbreaking muscle implant that allows amputees to control prosthetic limbs through thought alone, with clinical trials planned for 2025 showing 94% accuracy across different gestures.Multiple oarfish, rare deep-sea creatures typically found 3,000 feet underwater, have mysteriously washed up on California beaches since August, leading scientists to

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New Jersey Drone Sightings

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2024/12/24

New Jersey Drone SightingsSince November 2024, residents across the northeastern United States have reported mysterious large drones, approximately 6 feet in diameter, appearing in coordinated formations at night over populated areas and military installations.These unidentified drones possess unusual characteristics: they're undetectable by radar, demonstrate advanced evasive capabilities when pursued, and have been spotted coming in from the ocean, leading to various theories ranging from foreign

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53:38

The Lingering Shadow Isaac

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2024/12/17

The Lingering Shadow IsaacSasha's story began when she moved into a house with her father and brother, instantly sensing an overwhelming, oppressive energy.Over time, a shadowy figure emerged—a towering presence she called Isaac. Its intentions were a mystery, but it seemed to grow more intrusive, hovering near her and leaving her with scratches and unsettling encounters.Seeking help from family and spiritual practices, Sasha thought she had distanced herself from the entity. Yet, years later, Isaac

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54:48

Steph and Alex | 13 Degrees of Screams - Interview

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2024/12/13

In this month's interview, we talk to Steph and Alex from 13 Degrees of Screams.13 Degrees of Screams is a horror movie review podcast hosted by Alex and Stephanie, where they rate films on a 13-point scale ranging from family-friendly to extremely terrifying, with Alex bringing extensive horror genre knowledge while Stephanie offers fresh perspectives as someone newer to horror.In this interview, we discuss their podcast style, why they pick the particular movies they do, and any films that have

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65:16

Creature Feature: Vol 5

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2024/12/10

In this week’s episode, we have four chilling encounters. In Tennessee, two friends encountered a deer-like entity that was twisted and deformed, almost like it was drawn by a child. In Arizona, a camping trip turned terrifying when something mimicked a friend's voice, trying to lure a friend into the darkness.A Vermont teenager was stalked by a grey-skinned creature with empty eye sockets, forcing her family to relocate. In Texas, two construction workers faced off against an aggressive 7-foot

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53:25

Does the Megalodon Still Exist?

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2024/12/03

Could the terrifying predator Megalodon still lurk in the ocean’s depths, or did it vanish millions of years ago? In this episode, we dive into the evidence surrounding the legendary giant shark. From a 1918 lobster fisherman’s account of a 300-foot shark to modern TikTok conspiracies, the possibility of Megalodon’s survival is greatly debated. While the Megalodon, the largest shark, likely became extinct due to climate cooling and dwindling prey, people keep trying to make the Meg a thing. Join us

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Top 10 Scariest Movies - Blind Ranking

Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths ·

2024/11/29

It's time for another Blind Rankings with Producer Ben. This month, we blind rank the scariest movies to watch after Midnight.From The Exorcist and The Conjuring to newer films like Talk To Me, see where we blind rank these horror movies. What would your list be?Note - with the Holidays, we did not have time to add a Bizarre News. Hopefully, our November UAP Congressional Hearing Recap will suffice!Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For

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