Best Mysteries Monsters Mayhem Podcasts (2025)

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Cursed 1:58:10

1d ago1:58:10

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Send us a text This month we welcome Jeff Wood, who tells us about his experiences in Minneapolis in a haunted building and a diner called The Band Box. We also discuss the Hillside Strangler(s) and a clearly cursed church. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a pur…

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Killing Them with Kindness & Sinister Sweets - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot 31:51

15h ago31:51

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Think your sweet grandma’s biggest crime is sneaking you an extra cookie? Think again... We're diving into the chilling world of killer grandmas — women who seemed harmless but left a trail of bodies in their wake. Meet Tamara Samsonova, the Russian “Granny Ripper” Uncover Dorothea Puente’s backyard of buried secrets Hear about Amy Archer-Gilligan,…

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The Curse of the Crying Boy - A True Hauntings Podcast 1:06:05

2d ago1:06:05

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A painting that refuses to burn... a curse that refuses to die. Across decades and continents, one haunting image has been blamed for a string of strange tragedies—The Crying Boy. Said to depict a sorrowful orphan, this tear-streaked portrait has been found untouched in the ashes of homes reduced to rubble. Coincidence? Or is something darker at wo…

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Why Do People REALLY Quit Yu-Gi-Oh? Is It the Game or YOU? 1:50:50

35m ago1:50:50

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This week is a rapid fire series of stories and headlines for Paul and Alec to discuss. There's also a great viewer question: when people quit games like Yu-Gi-Oh, is it because of the game or themselves?

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The Three Pillars Awaken - The Paranormal 60 1:22:01

4d ago1:22:01

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What happens when the metaphysical, the paranormal and the spiritual converge? In this powerful gathering, Dave Schrader welcomes Kathy Feketik, Tom Gormley, Joe Franke, Father Bob Bailey, and Stacia Wills, the head of all psychic mediums for the Warren Society—each representing one of the Three Pillars: Spirit, Research, and Faith. Together, they …

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Oddball Guests: Citizen D - Crop Circles, It Can't Be People?! 1:26:07

2d ago1:26:07

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Welcome to a Very Special Episode of The Oddity Shop! In The Shop This Week we have a special guest and Crop Circle Maker under the alias, Citizen D What happens when you discover that crop circles are made by humans—but the mystery only gets deeper? In this riveting conversation we're taken behind the veil of one of modern folklore's most enduring…

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Chasing Big Shadows - Monsters Lounge Podcast 1:03:36

5d ago1:03:36

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Adventurer and Sasquatch seeker Mike Familiant steps out of the shadows of the forest and into the spotlight to reveal what he’s uncovered after years of boots-on-the-ground expeditions. From chilling encounters to physical evidence, Mike shares why he’s convinced Bigfoot is real—and why the search has become his life’s mission. Join hosts Jeni Mon…

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Spirits, Séances, and Secrets of the Supernatural – The Paranormal60 1:12:56

6d ago1:12:56

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What happens when a ghost story is more than just a tale to entertain by the fireside? Paranormal historian and TV expert Dr. Kate Cherrell joins Dave Schrader to explore the chilling connection between Victorian spiritualism and today’s ghost-hunting craze. From haunted inheritances to the dangers of believing too deeply, Kate shares shocking enco…

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The Beals Island Giant - A New England Legends Podcast 19:55

7d ago19:55

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This week on New England Legends, Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger set sail for the rugged shores of Beals Island, Maine, to track down the towering legend of Barnabas Coffin Beal III—better known as Tall Barney. They say he was seven feet tall, strong as five men, and so big his feet hung out the window when he slept. But was he just a tale told around…

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Playtime or Profit? The Dark Side of Kid-fluencing & Family Vlogging - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot 50:09

8d ago50:09

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This Mother's Day, we’re flipping the script and exposing the dark side of family vlogging. From momagers cashing in on childhoods to influencers trapped in toxic “Squads,” we dive into the twisted truth behind Bad Influence and Devil in the Family. Kid-fluencing isn’t all cute dances and prank videos—it’s abuse hiding in plain sight. Playtime or P…

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Ghouls of the Golden Fleece Inn - A True Hauntings Podcast 1:01:28

10d ago1:01:28

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With creaky floors, wobbly tables, and centuries of ghost stories soaked into the woodwork, this 500-year-old alehouse is a dream for paranormal fans… and a nightmare for the faint of heart. This week, Anne and Renata take you to one of the most haunted pubs in all of England—The Golden Fleece Inn in York. Just steps from the time-locked Shambles, …

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Yu-Gi-Oh Prizes, GTA 6 Trailer, Xbox is $100 More, Marvel Thunderbolts 1:53:18

7d ago1:53:18

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Paul and Alec discuss Konami's recent announcement of the new Yu-Gi-Oh YCS Prize cards. We also react to the new Grand Theft Auto VI trailer and its unfortunate release delay. And of course, our review of the newest Marvel movie: Thunderbolts! Lots of exciting things to chat about so we're looking forward to hearing what you all think!…

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Crater Lake Mayhem: Ghosts, Ghouls, Disappearances, and UFOs! 55:45

7d ago55:45

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Welcome To The Oddity Shop, Where The Bizarre is Always on Sale. This week, your Curator Zach is chatting all about the mysteries of Crater Lake. Join us as we plunge into the mysteries of Crater Lake, Oregon – a place where the veil between worlds seems eerily thin. We explore the lake's many enigmas: the Old Man of the Lake (a tree that has inexp…

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Unveiling the Unseen - Monsters Lounge Podcast 1:05:58

12d ago1:05:58

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What truly waits in the dark? From the crumbling halls of long-abandoned asylums to the echoing rooms of historic mansions steeped in tragedy. Veteran paranormal investigator Vince Kelien joins hosts Tressa Slater and Jeni Monroe to share bone-chilling encounters, compelling evidence, and the chilling tales of the restless souls. It's time to liste…

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Phantom Forensics – The Paranormal 60 1:12:50

13d ago1:12:50

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From blood-stained basements to forgotten crypts, tonight we are chasing stories that refuse to stay buried. They’re not thrill-seekers—they’re truth seekers. Tonight, on The Paranormal 60, Dave Schrader welcomes Dalen Spratt and Scott Davis, the minds and men behind Phantom Forensics—an immersive new paranormal investigative series where science c…

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Breakin' the Law, Breakin' the Law - A New England Legends Podcast 22:55

14d ago22:55

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Get ready for a wild ride as Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger take you on a journey through New Hampshire’s weirdest and wackiest laws! From bizarre regulations on sugar containers to the strange rules around seaweed harvesting, the Granite State’s legal landscape is anything but ordinary. T Tune in as they push the boundaries and break a few laws—just …

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Crack City Strangler with guest B.R.Bates - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot 58:11

15d ago58:11

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The Serial Killer You’ve Never Heard Of—But Should Have He killed 11 women in under a year—and most people have never heard his name. Dive into The Crack City Strangler, the chilling case of Benjamin Atkins. From the streets of Detroit to a confession, uncover how America’s fastest serial killer evaded justice—until one woman survived with special …

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Phantoms of The Farrar School - A True Hauntings Podcast 52:46

17d ago52:46

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Class is in session... but the students are long gone. This week on True Hauntings with Anne and Renata, we unlock the doors of the Farrar Schoolhouse in Iowa—a place where lessons still echo down empty halls and shadows don’t just linger... they watch. From spectral children to sinister whispers in the dark, this abandoned school is more than just…

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How We Ended Up Being Nerds 1:50:54

12d ago1:50:54

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We talk Yu-Gi-Oh, Altered TCG, and then Paul and Alec share the start of each of their nerd journeys. From books and video games to bullying... deep stuff!

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Lights, Frights & the Spirit of Rock ’n’ Roll Edition – The Paranormal 60 News 1:09:13

18d ago1:09:13

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Bizarre Lights in the sky. Songs from beyond. And a Bigfoot howling in the night! In this week’s Paranormal 60 News, Dave Schrader, Greg Lawson, and Sweet-T cover the STRANGEST headlines on Earth (and maybe beyond). We are the ONLY News you need to know. Lights, Frights & the Spirit of Rock ’n’ Roll Edition – The Paranormal 60 News PLEASE SUPPORT T…

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The Skyjacker Who Vanished: The Case of D.B. Cooper 59:48

14d ago59:48

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Welcome To The Oddity Shop, Where The Bizarre is Always on Sale. This week, your Curator Kara has the Famous Mystery of D.B. Cooper. "I have a bomb." These four words, scribbled on a note passed to flight attendant Florence Schaefer on November 24, 1971, launched the most famous hijacking case in American history. The mysterious passenger in seat 1…

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Seances and Stones - Monsters Lounge Podcast 1:06:42

18d ago1:06:42

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In this episode, Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater dive into the strange and spiritual. Tressa shares the eerie details of her experience at a recent séance—what was said, what was felt, and what she took from the experience. Meanwhile, Jeni explores her fascination with paranormal geology, revealing how certain landscapes and stones might just hold su…

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Against the Forbidden Darkness - The Paranormal 60 1:07:28

19d ago1:07:28

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A haunted prison. A desperate soul. And a psychic medium willing to descend into darkness to set spirits free. But not every victory is without a price... and some entities don’t like losing. Michelle Lemke-Budke joins host Dave Schrader to share her chilling experiences from Against the Forbidden Darkness—a book chronicling her real encounters wit…

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Thatcher's Woe - A New England Legends Podcast 18:31

20d ago18:31

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A fierce storm. A doomed ship. A tragic tale lost to time. In this episode of, New England Legends, Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger row out to Thatcher’s Island off the coast of Rockport, Massachusetts, to uncover the chilling story of the Watch and Wait. In August of 1635, during the Great New England Hurricane, 23 souls—two large families among them—…

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Crash, Cash & Cover-Ups: The Life & Lies of Robert Spears - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot 1:00:20

22d ago1:00:20

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This true crime story that reads like a Hollywood thriller— Imagine a respected doctor, a plane crash, a faked death, and a trail of deception that spans decades. That's the tale of Robert Spears, a man who orchestrated one of the most audacious cons in American history. Jerry Jamison is here to tell you all about it this “Catch Me if You Can” plot…

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Buried Beneath the Buda Labyrinth - A True Hauntings Podcast 53:31

24d ago53:31

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A naturally formed labyrinth steeped in violence, mystery, and ghostly legends. Once open to tourists, it was suddenly sealed by police in 2011 — no explanation given. What were they hiding beneath Budapest? Anne and Renata descend into the eerie depths to uncover the truth behind the hauntings and secrets of the Buda Castle Labyrinth. Buried Benea…

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Air Neos Mystery Solved, New Yu-Gi-Oh Anime Disappointment, Switch 2 Preorders 1:51:51

19d ago1:51:51

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Air Neos Mystery Solved, New Yu-Gi-Oh Anime Disappointment, Switch 2 Preorders

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Phantoms, Phenomena, and a Peeping Primate Edition – The Paranormal 60 News 1:08:45

25d ago1:08:45

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A ghostly figure caught on royal CCTV. A Bigfoot lurking outside a vacation cabin window. A Navy vet reveals a chilling UAP theory. And the White House quietly admits we may have tech that manipulates time and space. Tune in now as the Paranormal 60 News Crew, Dave, Greg, and Sweet-T break down the week's wildest headlines from the world of the wei…

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Oddball Guests: Sam Baltrusis on Ghost Writers and Paranormal Monsters 1:02:48

21d ago1:02:48

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Welcome to a Very Special Episode of The Oddity Shop! In The Shop This Week, Sam Baltrusis stops by to talk about his books, relationship to Lizzie Borden, Men in hats, and so much more! The conversation with Sam Baltrusis begins with an unexpected spectral scream—just seconds before our recording starts—setting the perfect tone for an exploration …

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Strange and Curious Alabama - Monsters Lounge Podcast 1:11:58

26d ago1:11:58

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From cryptid sightings lurking in the woods to bizarre phenomena that defy explanation, this episode dives into the strange, the uncanny, and the downright unclassifiable. Paranormal and historical researcher Joshua Dairen joins hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater to explore Alabama’s weirdness. Tune in as they peel back the layers of high strangen…

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Poppet Magick & Haunted Dolls - The Paranormal 60 1:06:14

27d ago1:06:14

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These dolls aren’t toys—they’re vessels. They whisper. They watch. Sometimes… they bite. This week on The Paranormal 60, Dave Schrader welcomes back Patti Negri—psychic medium, “Good Witch,” and haunted doll wrangler—to talk about her eerie new book, Dollcraft: A Witch’s Guide to Poppet Magick & Haunted Dolls. Learn to craft spirit-bound poppets, p…

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The Ruin of Greenbank’s Hollow - A New England Legends Podcast 21:09

28d ago21:09

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Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger step into the forgotten past of The Ruin of Greenbank’s Hollow in Danville, Vermont. What remains today—just cellar holes and crumbling foundations—was once a thriving mill village, built on the promise of industry and prosperity. In 1849, Greenbank established a massive woolen mill, turning the town into a bustling hub …

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Anniversary Edition: Betrayal of Boeing - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot 44:46

29d ago44:46

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In this special anniversary episode of Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot, we revisit into the turbulence surrounding Boeing and the 737 Max. From corporate negligence to ongoing safety concerns, we break down how one of the world’s biggest aviation giants lost public trust—and why the industry still hasn’t fully recovered. Strap in as we examine what’s re…

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Dudley Castle: Supernatural Stronghold - A True Hauntings Podcast 52:58

1M ago52:58

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Dudley Castle stands as a crumbling sentinel of England’s dark and bloody past—and possibly one of its most haunted. In this chilling episode, Anne and Renata join Dave to explore the paranormal hotbed that has terrified ghost hunters, startled historians, and sent visitors fleeing into the night. From shadowy figures to flying stones, and the eeri…

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Tariffs Hit Trading Card Games, Paid Yu-Gi-Oh Coaching? 2:00:51

26d ago2:00:51

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It's a slower Yu-Gi-Oh news week, but that doesn't mean there isn't a lot more news to cover! Tariffs are hitting TCG accessories! And should you pay for Yu-Gi-Oh coaching?

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Roswell’s Deathbed Secrets – The Paranormal 60 1:15:27

1M ago1:15:27

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The crash was just the beginning…For decades, the U.S. government denied it. Witnesses were silenced. But now, their final confessions speak louder than any official report. Join Dave Schrader and author Thomas J. Carey—top Roswell investigator and former U.S. Air Force veteran—as they unravel shocking deathbed admissions from those who saw the wre…

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Blood on the Shawl: DNA Reveals Jack the Ripper's Identity 53:06

28d ago53:06

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Welcome To The Oddity Shop, Where The Bizarre is Always on Sale. This week, your Curator Zach, As promised has the solved tale of the Identity of Jack The Ripper The mystery that has perplexed investigators and captivated true crime enthusiasts for over a century has finally been solved. Jack the Ripper, the shadowy figure who terrorized London's W…

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Whispers from the Haunted - Monsters Lounge Podcast 1:09:45

1M ago1:09:45

1:09:45

From haunted relics and bizarre artifacts to chilling encounters with the other side, the legendary Tim Shaw stops by the Lounge. Psychic medium, author, speaker, and devoted explorer of all things strange, Tim shares stories with hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater that dive into his vast collection of haunted objects, discuss his experiences as a…

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Left With Questions 2:00:28

28d ago2:00:28

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Send us a text In this "just us" episode, we cover the cases of Leonard Peltier and a woman named Mabel, whose husband is in jail, though he insists it wasn't him. Support the show Follow us on Facebook and/or Instagram Find us at our website: www.mysteriesmonstersmayhem.com Email us at [email protected] Support us at Buy Me A Coffe…

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Strange Stories & Supernatural Insights - The Paranormal 60 1:26:55

1M ago1:26:55

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Crying in the attic. A room that disappears. A dream that steals from you. Some messages… were never meant to be heard. Listeners from around the world sent in their most chilling true tales—and Sarah Lemos and Scotty Davis join host Dave Schrader to weigh in. Follow Scott Davis here: https://scottythenjmedium.com/ Follow Sarah Lemos here: https://…

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Lady Fenwick’s Restless Spirit - A New England Legends Podcast 21:21

1M ago21:21

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Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger set out to uncover the chilling legend of Lady Fenwick’s Restless Spirit at Saybrook Point, Connecticut. Once home to an old railroad roundhouse, the site became infamous after a night of terrifying paranormal activity—objects hurled through the air, men tossed by an unseen force, and an overwhelming sense of dread. The …

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Unraveling the Crespi Family Nightmare with guest Edward L Jones - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot 55:18

1M ago55:18

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Mental Illness seems to always be “The Pink elephant in the room”. People know it’s there but that’s about it. But what if that pink elephant breaks its chains, loses control, becomes violent and destroys everything in its path? “It was chained up! We thought it was ok!” Meanwhile, those chains were fueling the flames until BOOM! Tonight my guest E…

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The Terrors of Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum – A True Hauntings Podcast 1:17:42

1M ago1:17:42

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Built with good intentions but doomed by neglect, the Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum became a nightmare for those trapped within its walls. Designed to provide kindness and care, overcrowding and mistreatment turned it into a place of suffering, fear, and unimaginable torment. Today, its dark past lingers—echoes of lost souls, tormented spirits, an…

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New Yu-Gi-Oh Banlist, Big MTG Leak, and our First 1-Star Review 1:59:31

1M ago1:59:31

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We discuss the events of YCS Houston and the reveal of Yu-Gi-Oh's latest TCG banlist, share some Magic the Gathering x Final Fantasy card leaks, and respond to our first critical 1-Star review...

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Uncovering the Iceman: The 5,000-Year-Old Cursed Mummy 49:05

1M ago49:05

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Welcome To The Oddity Shop, Where The Bizarre is Always on Sale. This week, your curator Kara has the tale of the cursed Iceman. Two German hikers made a startling discovery in the Ötztal Alps in 1991 that would forever change our understanding of the Copper Age—and potentially unleash a deadly curse. This remarkably intact mummy (The Iceman) provi…

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Summoning UAPs, Stone Soldiers & a Giggling Ghost - The Paranormal 60 News 1:27:21

1M ago1:27:21

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Can a UFO really be summoned on command? Did a declassified CIA document reveal an alien encounter that turned soldiers into stone? And who is the giggling ghostie making news this week? Tonight, on Paranormal 60 News, Dave Schrader is joined by Chachi, Sweet-T, and Greg as they dig into the weirdest, wildest headlines from across the globe. From a…

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Behind Bars & Beyond - Monsters Lounge Podcast 1:05:33

1M ago1:05:33

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From shadow figures to unexplainable whispers, Kathy and Greg Feketik, organizers of the renowned ParapsyCon and seasoned paranormal investigators, reveal the spine-tingling encounters that keep them coming back to one of America’s most infamous jails. Hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater sit down with Greg and Kathy to discuss their experiences and…

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Appalachian Monsters & Magick - The Paranormal 60 1:08:12

1M ago1:08:12

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Witchcraft, wandering beasts, and whispered spells from the mountains... Tonight, I’m joined by Haley Staack and Megan Mitchell of the Appalachian Séance Society—two modern witches blending folk magick and paranormal investigation deep in the heart of Appalachia. We’re talking about the haunted roots of mountain magic, the real-life rituals still p…

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The Mystery Tower of Newport - A New England Legends Podcast 21:31

1M ago21:31

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Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger turn their attention to one of New England’s most perplexing structures—the ancient stone tower in the heart of Newport, Rhode Island. Some claim it was a simple colonial windmill, but others insist it predates Columbus, built by Viking explorers centuries earlier. Even more intriguing, theories suggest the tower served …

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Inside the Mind of a Monster with Chad Lewis - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot 47:38

1M ago47:38

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What drives a person to commit acts so horrifying, so beyond human comprehension, that they make even seasoned investigators recoil in disgust? The psychology of sadistic murderers is a dark, twisted labyrinth of deep-seated rage, power obsession, and mental unraveling. These are not just crimes of passion or desperation—these are acts born from so…

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