Best Third Eye Storytelling Podcasts (2025)

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I SURVIVED: I Lived In Fear I May Not Get The Real Eduardo Back 39:28

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3d ago39:28

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Eduardo and Jayne are married, living on a ranch in Mexico with their children. After dropping their kids off at school, Eduardo and Jayne are attacked by men who kidnap Eduardo. While holding him for ransom the kidnappers torture Eduardo and send the evidence to Jayne. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/SURVIV…

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Nightmare Fuel #42: The Man Upstairs 1:35:35

4d ago1:35:35

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In this forty-second installment of fictional horror written and narrated by Dan Cummins, we meet Tess Hughes in another standalone story. She's just bought her first house in Missoula, Montana. It's a fixer-upper that needs a lot of work. And, is it also haunted? Does is hold secrets that might get her killed? For Merch and everything else Bad Mag…

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LEGEND: Bloody Mary 43:09

4d ago43:09

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If you say her name three times into a mirror in a dark room—legend says Bloody Mary will appear and haunt you forever. But have you ever wondered where the sleepover game came from? History suggests the game is more than just an urban legend and might be rooted in terrifying truths… For a full list of sources, please visit: sosupernaturalpodcast.c…

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REOPENED: A Child Remembers 53:24

5d ago53:24

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In this special episode, Cold Case Files follows Detective Manny Reyes as he works two cases. First, Detective Reyes investigates the 1990 murder of a Fort Worth, Texas woman, which hinges on a 2-year-old witness. Then, as Reyes closes in on a suspect, he is pulled onto a second case involving a known serial killer. The clock is ticking as Detectiv…

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David Wilcox Can Heal Your Heart in Two Minutes, ep. 329 1:11:03

5d ago1:11:03

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Asheville-based songwriter David Wilcox has been through some s-h-i-t. A difficult childhood in Northeast Ohio sent him seeking answers – mostly on his bicycle – in an attempt to get away. He has spent his lifetime leaning into his problems and digging into their roots at the source: his own heart. He decided to see what lessons his heart had been …

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A Banquet Of Blood 1:13:09

6d ago1:13:09

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We are off to Lima, Peru to explore the very dark legend of what many claim to be Lima’s most haunted location, La Casa Matusita with Dan. Has a 16th century curse led to a whole lot of blood and madness? Then, we’ll head to the suburbs of Chicago for a modern encounter that starts with a shoe print. Then in Lynze's half of the show, we have two fa…

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Sex, Lies and Murder 39:54

7d ago39:54

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Police in Overland Park, Kansas, hunt for over 15 years for a serial killer who lures women to Kansas for sadomasochistic sexual trysts at hotels. Happy Mammoth: Go to HappyMammoth.com and get 15% off your first order with code COLDCASE at checkout!! Homes.com: We’ve done your homework. Progressive: Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at …

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"Take Me To Your Leader" has consequences in this 90s ModelUN comic! 46:39

8d ago46:39

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What if the ultimate Model UN crisis scenario wasn't simulated, but terrifyingly real? This is the high-concept premise of ModelUN, the brilliant comic from co-creator Benjamin Hunting, where a high school diplomacy club is mistaken for Earth's governing body by an alien armada. We deconstruct the hilarious chaos that ensues, the art of negotiation…

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I SURVIVED: I Didn't Want Myself Or My Daughter To End Up In A Million Pieces 41:37

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Michelle worked as a bank manager when three gunmen break into her home and take her and her daughter hostage. She has explosives strapped to her and is given instructions to rob the bank she works at. Teenagers Troy and Josh are swept out to sea by a rip current on a small fishing boat without supplies for days. This Episode is sponsored by Better…

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ALIEN: The Wow! Signal 38:29

11d ago38:29

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In 1977, Ohio State University's Big Ear radio telescope detected an unusually strong signal from outer space. It lasted 72 seconds. And because it was sent on a specific frequency, scientists wondered if the signal was deliberately transmitted from an intelligent source. Since then, the Wow! Signal has not been repeated—but scientists have discove…

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REOPENED: The Final Fare 19:23

12d ago19:23

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A taxi driver is dispatched on his last call of the night outside Fort Jackson, South Carolina. Hours later, the driver’s body is found face down by the side of the road, and forty years will pass before the murderer is brought to justice. Greenlight: Start your risk-free trial today at Greenlight.com/coldcase IQBAR - Get 20% off all IQBAR products…

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Bringing Evil Home 1:16:06

13d ago1:16:06

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By Dan and Lynze Cummins

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Dead West: Mystery in Cuero 38:24

14d ago38:24

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I SURVIVED: I Felt Like It Went From A Color Day To A Black And White Day 40:41

17d ago40:41

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Philip is a missionary working in Haiti when he is ambushed, shot and held for ransom by a gang. Karen finds out her husband has been living a double life. After confronting and kicking him out, he breaks in and viciously assaults her. Tunneler Ali returns to an underground shaft minutes after escaping to rescue Kenny and another colleague from the…

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Nightmare Fuel #41: The Judge 1:13:55

18d ago1:13:55

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In this forty-first installment of fictional horror written and narrated by Dan Cummins, we meet Lachlan Harrison. Maybe not the best guy. But does he deserve what happens to him in the forest when he goes for what's supposed to be a light, refreshing hike? And will he atone? For Merch and everything else Bad Magic related, head to: https://www.bad…

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HAUNTED: House of Faces 36:30

18d ago36:30

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In a small Spanish village back in 1971, a woman named Maria Cámara began noticing faces appearing out of nowhere on her kitchen floor. They would darken over time, transform into other people, and move about the room. But when investigators dug beneath the home to search for a cause, they found something even more shocking… For a full list of sour…

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REOPENED: Nacole's Killer: Part 2 22:57

19d ago22:57

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In part two of this special edition of Cold Case Files follows detectives as they pursue every lead and work to solve the 1995 rape and murder of 14-year-old Nacole Smith, one of Atlanta's most notorious unsolved crimes. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/COLDCASE to get 10% off your first month. Hydrow: Head o…

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Kathleen Edwards: Making up for 30 Years of No Tears, ep. 328 1:07:00

19d ago1:07:00

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Kathleen Edwards claims that she's now a pretty frequent crier after not crying for the first 30 years of her life. One reason for this change is the connectedness she has been feeling since leaving music and starting her coffee shop, Quitters. In our Basic Folk conversation, Edwards tears up talking about the cover of her new album 'Billionaire,' …

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The Eye Dwellers 1:06:47

20d ago1:06:47

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Dan takes us to China, back to the 17th century for a truly weird and deliciously creepy tale. Then, England, where we explore another story involving a supposedly haunted doll, a doll with no name. Lynze brings us to the UK for a haunted house tale that has the most peculiar rhythm- is the story that's creepy or just the way its told. Lastly, a wo…

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A Drop Of Blood 17:25

21d ago17:25

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Indiana police are baffled by the murder of an 86-year-old woman, found dead in her bedroom. A small drop of blood on a curtain holds the key to unlock their mystery. Homes.com: We’ve done your homework. Progressive: Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive. See Priva…

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I SURVIVED: I Was Waiting To Die and It Was Taking Forever 38:12

24d ago38:12

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Kaye is home with her son when she is stabbed over 45 times by a man who brakes in. Johnny is trapped for 16 days in his wrecked car in a deep ravine. Scott and his friend Michael are college freshmen when they are carjacked by a man who takes them to a remote location and shoots them each in the head. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp Apartm…

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DARK WEB: John Titor, The Internet's Time Traveler 32:12

25d ago32:12

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In the early 2000s, a man named John Titor began posting on an internet forum claiming to be a time traveler from the year 2036. Not only did he offer photos and schematics of the time machine he used, but he also gave numerous predictions about the future—some of which came true, while others didn’t. Which is why today, many are left wondering—was…

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REOPENED: Nacole's Killer: Part 1 33:49

26d ago33:49

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This special two-part edition of Cold Case Files offers an inside look at an active cold case investigation as detectives work to solve the 1995 rape and murder of 14-year-old Nacole Smith, one of Atlanta's most notorious unsolved crimes. Homes.com: We’ve done your homework. IQBAR - Get 20% off all IQBAR products plus free shipping by texting COLD …

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Big Muddy Monster 1:10:54

27d ago1:10:54

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Dan starts off the week in Chicago, in the suburbs. We will explore the very well documented legend of the Big Muddy Monster. Did a variety of people see some sort of big, terrifying, bipedal cryptid in a swamp back in 1973? And have people been intermittently been seeing it since? Then we head to our favorite city in America, New Orleans. We explo…

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Smoky Mountain Mystery 35:39

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A North Carolina man looking to clear his conscience gives police the information they need to solve a murder. Homes.com: We’ve done your homework. Rosetta Stone: Cold Case Files listeners can get Rosetta Stone’s lifetime membership for 50% off when you go to RosettaStone.com/coldcase See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P…

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I SURVIVED: I Can't Even Explain The Type Of Fear That I Felt 39:36

1M ago39:36

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A gun-wielding man carjacks and sexually assaults Lisa and her friend. Chris is with his dogs when a tornado sweeps through his house. Jeannette is 9-years-old when she is kidnapped and sexually assaulted for three days. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. Mint - To get the…

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Nightmare Fuel #40: Samael's Curse Conclusion (3 of 3) 1:14:55

1M ago1:14:55

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The big showdown is here in this fortieth installment of fictional horror written and narrated by Dan Cummins. Lizzie travels to Portland to work with Detective Ray Salazar to put a stop to Samael Orcas's murders. How will she do that? Can she do that? She still doesn't know. But she's not going back home until she tries. Enjoy! For Merch and every…

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MYSTICAL: Edgar Cayce and the Akashic Records 48:07

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In the early 1900s, Edgar Cayce claimed he was able to heal sick patients by tapping into something called the Akashic Records—a metaphysical archive of every soul’s thoughts, emotions, actions, and past experiences—in this life and the last. Some say that Edgar’s abilities were nothing more than a hoax—but others point to his predictions of the fu…

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REOPENED: Skeletons In The Closet 18:03

1M ago18:03

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A scrapyard owner makes a gruesome discovery, which leads investigators to question a mother who may be killing her children. Greenlight: Start your risk-free trial today at Greenlight.com/coldcase Thrive Market: Go to ThriveMarket.com/coldcase for 30% off your first order, PLUS a free $60 gift! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C…

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Peter Rowan: The Bluegrass Buddha's Tex-Mex Roots, ep. 327 1:08:54

1M ago1:08:54

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Legendary Massachusetts-born, California-based musician Peter Rowan is best known for his bluegrass roots. A practicing Buddhist, he did time in Bill Monroe's Blue Grass Boys as well as in the short-lived and epically important Old & In the Way with Jerry Garcia and David Grisman. However, his latest album 'Tales of the Free Mexican Airforce' celeb…

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Introducing: Crime House Daily 7:00

1M ago7:00

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Crime doesn’t take a day off. And neither does Crime House Daily. Hosted by self-defense instructor and advocate for victims, Katie Ring, Crime House Daily is coming to you twice every weekday, covering the biggest crime stories as they unfold. Morning episodes give you the need-to-know. The latest headlines, breaking developments, and where things…

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Bus 975 1:15:03

1M ago1:15:03

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Dan's first of two stories takes us to a supposedly haunted bus in the fascinating nation of Singapore. Then we are headed down south for legend of the Plat-Eye. Then Lynze takes us to the Philippines for a creepy tale about a legendary creature. Lastly, we make our way to Ketchikan, Alaska and spend a few nights at the Gilmore Hotel- a notable hau…

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The Killer's Tattoo 32:59

1M ago32:59

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The murder of a 73-year-old man leads investigators on a long chase for an accomplished identity thief. Their best lead is a rose tattoo with the name Phyllis. IQBAR - Get 20% off all IQBAR products plus free shipping by texting COLD to 64000 Mint: To get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to …

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I SURVIVED: I Can't Handle This Pain Anymore 37:13

1M ago37:13

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A machete-wielding intruder terrorizes Jessica in her apartment where he sexually assaults her. Jeff and Mark are on a hunting trip when a savage attack by a grizzly bear leaves Mark partially scalped and miles from help. Kerri is blindfolded and abducted at knifepoint, forcing her to fight for her life. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re sea…

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THE UNKNOWN: The Third Man Factor 45:34

1M ago45:34

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In moments of survival, people have claimed to sense a mysterious presence that helps them through hard times and leads them to safety. From expeditions through the Arctic to escaping the World Trade Center during 9/11, what’s come to be known as the Third Man Factor has reportedly saved dozens if not hundreds of lives. The question is—is it our ow…

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REOPENED: Shattered 19:54

1M ago19:54

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A young woman is shot to death during a jewelry store robbery in 1980, but without the ability to test DNA evidence the case goes cold until the killer strikes again two decades later. Homes.com: We’ve done your homework. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Leave Hank Alone 1:07:21

1M ago1:07:21

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SIX stories this week! Lynze switches it up with four shorter tales after Dan's usual two. We’ll head to Malvern Manor, set in the little town of Malvern, Iowa.Paranormal investigators and the supernaturally curious alike keep traveling to Malvern to explore claims of disembodied voices, pounding footsteps, things that move when no one’s touching t…

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The Campfire Mint Murderer 29:55

1M ago29:55

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When nine-year-old Candy Rogers, turns up dead after selling mints door-to-door, Spokane detectives launch a dogged campaign to find her killer. What follows is one of the longest Cold Case investigations in the State history. goPure: head to gopurebeauty.com and use code coldcase at checkout for 25% off! Hydrow: Head over to Hydrow.com and use cod…

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Jen Bateman’s 'Behind the 8-Ball' Comics and MNCBA Conventions 48:00

1M ago48:00

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Jen Bateman returns to Two Geeks Talking, as we discuss their 1000 page trilogy: 'Behind The 8-Ball' comic anthology. It has been a few years since our last interview so there was plenty to talk about from their creative process, to becoming President of the Minnesota Comic Book Association (MNCBA) and modernizing that organization, to finding the …

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I SURVIVED: I Lost My Life That Night... Because I Will Never Be That Person Again 36:01

2M ago36:01

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Abducted in the trunk of her own car, Michelle suffers unimaginable horror at the hands of her three captors. Trapped in the ruins of her tornado ravaged apartment building, Terri-Lynn and her boyfriend prepares to die. At eight-years-old, Jennifer is kidnapped by a man who sexually abuses her, cuts her throat and leaves her to die in a field. This…

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Nightmare Fuel #39: Samael's Curse (Part 2 of 3) 1:25:12

2M ago1:25:12

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Things heat up in this thirty-ninth installment of fictional horror written and narrated by Dan Cummins. Lizzie travels to Alabama to learn more about the origins of Samael Orcas. And what she finds out is anything but comforting. Meanwhile, Sam seems to be losing his cool in Portland. Finally, for Dark World fans, more Myrkeer Haymur lore is revea…