Best The American Upgrade Project Podcasts (2025)

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Disappearance of Judge Joseph Crater | The "Missingest" Man in American History 1:07:02

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Exploring the history and theories behind the case of the "missingest" man in New York, the Disappearance of Judge Joseph Crater. Support us directly: https://www.redwebpod.com In the 1930s, New York City was a political powerhouse, but in a world of secrets, bribery, and corruption, it seems no one is safe. As was the case, when a New York Supreme…

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(Preview) Movie Club | Donnie Darko (2001) 4:46

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This week on Movie Club, the team watches a movie as voted on by you, Task Force! Trevor, Alfredo, and Jillian discuss the cult classic Donnie Darko. Sensitive topics: suicide, cults, sexual content involving minors, mental illness, gun violence, accidental death, drug use "Awkward Meeting", "Crypto", "Echoes of Time v2", "Redletter", "Stay the Cou…

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The Murders of Tupac & Notorious B.I.G. | Dissecting the Suspects of These Unsolved Murders 1:02:59

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Breaking down the East Coast–West Coast feud and analyzing the suspects behind the unsolved murders of Tupac & Notorious B.I.G. Support us directly: https://www.redwebpod.com As the East Coast–West Coast rivalry escalated in the mid-1990s, tensions reached a breaking point between two of hip-hop’s biggest icons. Today, we trace the buildup of that …

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The Cases of Tupac and Notorious B.I.G. | Who Were They Before Their Murders? 51:19

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Looking at the early careers, defining friendship, and unfortunate fallout between two of the most legendary rappers of all time: Tupac & Notorious B.I.G. Support us directly: https://www.redwebpod.com In the early 1990s, two men exploded onto the music scene. Each came from tough beginnings, but their meteoric rise gave volume to their voices, hig…

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(Preview) Movie Club | Weapons (2025) 4:55

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This week on Movie Club, Alfredo walks Christian and Trevor through the recent hit movie Weapons. Was it worth the hype? Let us know what you think! Sensitive topics: drug use, gore, death "Awkward Meeting", "Crypto", "Echoes of Time v2", "Redletter", "Stay the Course" Kevin MacLeod (⁠⁠⁠incompetech.com⁠⁠⁠) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attrib…

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Stonehenge | Exploring the Mysteries Behind This Ancient Wonder 1:09:45

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Looking at the history and theories behind the construction of the historic monument known as Stonehenge. Support us directly: https://www.redwebpod.com An eerily organized assortment of massive rock slabs, weighing several tons, has garnered intrigue and confusion for thousands of years. With its origin dating back to the Neolithic Age, it’s a mar…

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Operation Highjump | The U.S. Government's Secret Mission to Antarctica 1:03:21

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Exploring the intriguing history behind the U.S. Navy's missions to Antarctica and what they were looking for in Operation Highjump. Support us directly: https://www.redwebpod.com In 1946, the U.S. Navy embarked on a mission to the most desolate place in the world: Antarctica. The excursion was short-lived, unorganized, and random; it prompted more…

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Thallium Poisoning of Zhu Ling | How the Internet Helped Solve a Mysterious Medical Case 55:32

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Looking at the medical mystery behind the thallium poisoning case of Chinese college student Zhu Ling. Support us directly: https://www.redwebpod.com In 1994, a bright, young college student in Beijing suddenly fell dangerously ill. As her condition worsened and doctors scrambled for answers, no one could explain what was happening. A blog post fro…

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(Preview) Movie Club | 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016) 4:20

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This week on Movie Club, Christian takes the crew through the plot of the 2016 sci-fi thriller movie 10 Cloverfield Lane and they debate the quality of the ending. What do you think? Should it have ended sooner? Or had a different ending altogether? Sensitive topics: death, disfigurement "Awkward Meeting", "Crypto", "Echoes of Time v2", "Redletter"…

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Missing Watergate Minutes | Investigating the Biggest Presidential Scandal in American History 55:11

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Looking at the puzzling investigation into who erased 18.5 minutes from Nixon's White House Tapes as we cover the Missing Watergate Minutes. Support us directly: https://www.redwebpod.com In 1973, investigators requested tapes that could help unravel one of the most powerful political scandals in American history. When the recordings arrived, one c…

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Frog Boys Disappearance | The Story Behind South Korea's Infamous Missing Children Case 1:03:27

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Looking at the details behind South Korea's most famous missing children case and why their bodies went undiscovered for 11 years, the Frog Boys Disappearance. Support us directly: https://www.redwebpod.com On a spring day in 1991, five boys mysteriously vanished after leaving home to hunt salamanders. What began as an innocent outing became a harr…

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(Preview) Movie Club | Dead Silence (2007) 5:32

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On this episode of Movie Club, Alfredo takes Trevor and Christian through 2007's Dead Silence. Does this evil doll movie belong in the "classic" or "crap" pile? Sensitive topics: gore, child death "Awkward Meeting", "Crypto", "Echoes of Time v2", "Redletter", "Stay the Course" Kevin MacLeod (⁠⁠⁠incompetech.com⁠⁠⁠) Licensed under Creative Commons: B…

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Paris Catacombs Found Footage | Analyzing the Internet’s Favorite Found Footage Video 1:00:03

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Exploring the history behind the infamous found footage of someone getting lost in the Paris Catacombs. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: https://www.redwebpod.com Deep beneath Paris lies a twisting labyrinth of tunnels, lined with the bones of millions. While many eerie stories have emerged from the Catacombs, none have gripped the Internet…

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1920 Wall Street Bombing | The American Bombing Nobody Solved 59:13

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The history behind the surprisingly forgotten attack on Wall Street, the 1920 Wall Street Bombing. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: https://www.redwebpod.com In September 1920, a horse-drawn wagon stopped outside the New York Stock Exchange. Minutes later, it exploded, killing dozens and injuring hundreds. Despite an investigation that span…

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Jay Is America: Projective Identity, MAGA Rage, and the Broken Men Behind the Flag 33:33

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Send us a text What do child abuse stats, crypto scams, and Trump’s obsession with secrecy have in common? One thing: Jay. The new American everyman. In this scorched-earth episode of Narcissism Nation, Enrique Arteaga breaks down how projective identity fuels MAGA delusion, how red-state shame becomes internet rage, and why the loudest patriots ar…

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(Preview) Movie Club | Skinamarink (2022) 6:11

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This week's Movie Club marks the beginning of the Red Web Civil War as Jillian makes the team watch Skinamarink. It's time to pick a side, Task Force: are you on Team Jillian or Team Alfredo? Let us know in the comments! Sensitive topics: child death "Awkward Meeting", "Crypto", "Echoes of Time v2", "Redletter", "Stay the Course" Kevin MacLeod (⁠⁠⁠…

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One Nation Under Fat: Why Obesity is America's New Religion 29:08

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Send us a text If you watched Chelsea vs. PSG during the 2025 Club World Cup, you saw more than a bad game. You saw the ankles that define America: bloated, swollen, and ready to burst. In this brutal episode of Narcissism Nation, Enrique dissects how Trump’s visibly obese frame has become the perfect metaphor for a country in full collapse. From G…

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Tsarichina Hole | What Was the Government Covering Up at This Dig Site? 1:05:34

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The story behind a government dig site that was said by a psychic to contain anything anything from treasure to a "proto-human" before suddenly being shut down, the Tsarichina Hole. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: https://www.redwebpod.com In 1990, a military convoy arrived in a tiny Bulgarian village. As soon as they arrived, soldiers fen…

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Dark Psychology Won’t Get You Laid (But This Will) 43:24

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Send us a text Forget what the alpha grifters told you—dark psychology isn’t a dating cheat code. It’s a trauma loop dressed in cold empathy, sold by charlatans with mommy issues. In this inaugural episode of Narcissism Nation, Enrique breaks down the manosphere’s manipulation myths and exposes what dark psychology really is: a symptom of emotional…

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The Blackmail Presidency: Epstein, Trump, and the Gaslighting of a Nation 36:11

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Send us a text In this explosive episode of Narcissism Nation, Enrique dissects the full, horrifying truth behind the Epstein files—unfiltered, nonpartisan, and grounded in evidence. From Epstein’s tapes naming Trump as his “closest friend” to the DOJ’s confirmation of 300GB of trafficking content and 1,000+ victims—this isn't just a cover-up. It's…

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The Externality Scam: How the American System Turns Disaster Into Profit and Blames You for Surviving It 26:39

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Send us a text They drowned in Texas. They choked in LA. You were told it’s just the weather. Meanwhile, Medicare is being gutted and you’re expected to smile through it. This isn’t climate. It’s design. In this explosive episode of PrecisionCycle, Enrique exposes the billion-dollar scam known as “externalities”—the polite, academic term for the ab…

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Malmstrom UFO Incident | Did UFOs Shut Down Nuclear Missiles at a Military Base? 59:48

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The true story of a military Air Force base that mysteriously lost use of several nuclear missiles and the extraterrestrial elements of the Malmstrom UFO Incident. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: https://www.redwebpod.com In 1967, personnel at a Montana Air Force Base watched as a massive object hovered silently above them, moving erratica…

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(Preview) Movie Club | Caveat (2020) 5:07

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On this episode of Movie Club, Trevor takes us into a universe from the same mind behind the film Oddity as the crew gives their thoughts on Caveat. Sensitive topics: death, suicide, depression, mental illness "Awkward Meeting", "Crypto", "Echoes of Time v2", "Redletter", "Stay the Course" Kevin MacLeod (⁠⁠⁠incompetech.com⁠⁠⁠) Licensed under Creati…

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The Freakoff Republic: Diddy, RICO, and the Narcissistic Opium of American Power 25:11

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Send us a text What if I told you Bad Boy Records was never about music? This week on PrecisionCycle, Enrique rips the glossy facade off celebrity worship, analyzing the Diddy sex trafficking verdict through the lens of American narcissism, systemic abuse, and cultural complicity. From RICO law to corporate sociopathy, this episode lays bare the ro…

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Narcissism Nation: Why Men Die and No One Notices 27:06

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Send us a text Eighty percent (80%) of suicides are men. Let that sink in. In this blistering Men's Mental Health Month finale, Enrique Arteaga dismantles the modern mental health system, calling out how therapy has become a female-dominated performance ritual rather than a solution for male suffering. From fatherlessness to financial collapse, fro…

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Jerome of Sandy Cove | The Man Who Washed Ashore With No Identity 56:39

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Exploring the baffling case of a man found washed ashore with no name and no ability to speak, Jerome of Sandy Cove. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: http://www.redwebpod.com In 1863, a man was discovered near death along the rocky shores of Nova Scotia. His legs had been removed with surgical precision, and he wouldn’t respond to any quest…

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Birthright Panic: You Can’t Defend Rights With Vibes 32:04

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Send us a text The Supreme Court did not end birthright citizenship. They just called bullshit on how you tried to defend it. In this episode of PrecisionCycle, Enrique takes a scalpel to the June 27, 2025 Trump v. CASA, Inc. ruling and explains why the decision is a rebuke of lazy lawyering and partisan theatrics—not a death knell for the 14th Ame…

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I’m Not Your Therapist. I’m Your Wake-Up Call 16:23

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Send us a text Therapy today is a sedative wrapped in soft language and empty empathy. You go in with real problems and walk out with breathing exercises and a copay bill. In this episode, Enrique delivers a no-bullshit teardown of the therapy industrial complex and introduces the PrecisionCycle model: a post-therapy recalibration system built for …

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A3 Ghost Crash | Did a "Ghost Crash" Solve a Missing Person Case? 46:35

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Unpacking the mystery behind reported phone calls detailing a supposed car crash that led investigators to solve a months-old missing person case, the A3 Ghost Crash. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: http://www.redwebpod.com On a cold winter night in 2002, several people called the police in Surrey, England, to report witnessing the same ac…

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(Preview) Movie Club | Hell House LLC (2015) 4:59

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This week on Movie Club, Christian takes us back to the world of found footage to see the story of a Halloween haunted house gone horrifically wrong in Hell House LLC. Sensitive topics: death, child death, suicide "Awkward Meeting", "Crypto", "Echoes of Time v2", "Redletter", "Stay the Course" Kevin MacLeod (⁠⁠incompetech.com⁠⁠) Licensed under Crea…

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2001 Anthrax Attacks | Diving Into the Amerithrax Investigation 1:12:47

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Investigating the post-9/11 bioterror attacks that had people afraid to open their mail: The 2001 Anthrax Attacks. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: http://www.redwebpod.com Weeks after September 11th, letters laced with a mysterious powder began arriving at newsrooms and Senate offices. The powder was quickly identified as anthrax and in ju…

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Green Boots | Who Is This Unknown Body on Mount Everest? 50:43

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Exploring the identity behind the famed unknown body on Mount Everest known only as Green Boots. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: http://www.redwebpod.com The climb of Mount Everest is widely regarded as one of the most dangerous in the world. Facing rough terrain, sub-zero temperatures, and dangerously thin air, the hike claims several liv…

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(Preview) Movie Club | Underwater (2020) 5:12

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On this week's Movie Club, Alfredo takes us down to the deepest depths of the ocean and walks us through the plot of the 2020 Kristen Stewart movie Underwater. Sensitive topics: death, child death, gore, suicide "Awkward Meeting", "Crypto", "Echoes of Time v2", "Redletter", "Stay the Course" Kevin MacLeod (⁠incompetech.com⁠) Licensed under Creative…

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Travis Walton Incident | The Most Famous Alien Abduction Case of All Time 59:00

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Exploring the true story behind one of the most famous alien abduction cases of all time, the Travis Walton Incident. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: http://www.redwebpod.com In 1975, a group of loggers reported seeing a strange light in the forest. One was struck by a mysterious blue beam, fell unconscious, and later vanished. He reappear…

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Karen Silkwood | The Story Behind This Radioactive Whistleblower and Her Mysterious Death 1:13:05

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Investigating the life, death, and conspiracies surrounding noted union activist and whistleblower Karen Silkwood. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: http://www.redwebpod.com She was a lab technician, a union activist, and a whistleblower. After dangerous levels of radiation were found on her body, she began investigating her workplace. On he…

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Ed & Lorraine Warren | The True Story of These Famous Paranormal Investigators 1:13:06

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Exploring the real life history of the paranormal investigators behind countless classic cases like the Conjuring House, the Amityville Horror, and the Annabelle Doll: Ed & Lorraine Warren. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: redwebpod.com Paranormal investigators. Demonologists. Frauds. They've been called it all. Their names became synonymou…

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(Preview) Movie Club | Unfriended (2015) 5:10

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Visit redwebpod.com to get this full episode of Movie Club, our exclusive podcast exploring movies from classic to crap. On this week's episode of Movie Club, we're back in the world of horror as we tackle the found footage movie Unfriended. Sensitive topics: suicide, cyber bullying, racist slurs, homophobic slurs, sexual assault, drug use "Awkward…

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r/TheMallWorld | Have You Dreamed of This Endless Mall? 57:35

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Discussing the shared dream phenomenon that made waves online, r/TheMallWorld. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: redwebpod.com Have you ever dreamt of being trapped in an endless shopping mall that feels oddly familiar? Well you wouldn’t be alone. In 2021, a strange subreddit emerged where thousands of users described the same, surreal place…

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Hollinwell Incident | What Caused 200+ Children to Suddenly Collapse? 47:24

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Unraveling the theories behind the collapse of dozens of children at a marching band event, ranging from pesticides to radio waves, at the Hollinwell Incident. Ad-free episodes, bonus content, & more: redwebpod.com In 1980, dozens of children suddenly collapsed during a marching band event in a quiet English village. The symptoms were real, but the…

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(Preview) Movie Club | Inside Man (2006) 6:06

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Visit redwebpod.com to get this full episode of Movie Club, our exclusive podcast exploring movies from classic to crap. On this week's episode of Movie Club, we continue to branch out into other genres and tackle the Spike Lee heist movie Inside Man. Sensitive topics: racism, war crimes, gun violence "Awkward Meeting", "Crypto", "Echoes of Time v2…

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Assassination of Olof Palme | Who Killed the Swedish Prime Minister? 47:46

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Examining the murky investigation and prime suspects behind the assassination of Swedish prime minister Olof Palme. Ad-free episodes & bonus content: redwebpod.com On one of Stockholm’s busiest streets, Sweden’s Prime Minister was gunned down after a night at the movies. What followed was one of the largest investigations in Europe’s history involv…

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Death of Christopher Case | Did a Terrifying Curse Predict His Death or Cause It? 54:49

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Unpacking the eerie question of whether Christopher Case died from a curse or natural causes. Ad-free episodes & bonus content: redwebpod.com After returning from what should have been a regular work trip, a man began to call his friends in a panic, fearing for his life. One week later, police found him deceased. Was this an untimely medical traged…

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(Preview) Movie Club | Veronica (2017) 4:32

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Visit redwebpod.com to get this full episode of Movie Club, our exclusive podcast exploring horror movies from classic to crap. This week on Movie Club, we tackle the Spanish horror movie based on the first police report in Spain where an officer claimed to witness paranormal activity, Veronica. Sensitive topics: self-harm, gore, child death, nudit…

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Lubbock Lights | The Unexplained UFO Sighting Witnessed by Scientists 58:46

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Exploring the story behind these mysterious sightings and the possibility of UFOs and government coverups, the Lubbock Lights. Ad-free episodes & bonus content: redwebpod.com In 1951, strange lights were seen darting across the skies of Lubbock, Texas—witnessed by dozens, including scientists and military personnel. The case drew national attention…

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Disappearance of Paula Jean Welden | Vanished Without a Trace in the Bennington Triangle 59:03

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Examining the story and suspects behind the cold case of the disappearance of college student Paula Jean Welden. Ad-free episodes & bonus content: redwebpod.com In a cold December in 1946, a Bennington College student embarked on an afternoon hike in Vermont, but never returned. After an extensive search for the 18-year-old, the case ultimately ran…

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(Preview) Movie Club | Upgrade (2018) 4:44

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Visit redwebpod.com to get this full episode of Movie Club, our exclusive podcast exploring horror movies from classic to crap. On this week's episode of Movie Club, we take a slight detour from horror as we watch the sci-fi action movie Upgrade. Let us know what you think of dipping into other genres! Sensitive topics: violence, gore, self-harm, s…

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Stargate Project | Did the CIA Train Psychic Spies? 1:00:51

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A look at the history behind the U.S. government program intended to utilize psychics for purpose of espionage, the Stargate Project. Ad-free episodes & bonus content: redwebpod.com During the Cold War, reports claimed the Soviet Union was studying mind control, extrasensory perception, and even psychokinesis. In response, the U.S. launched a top-s…

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Havana Syndrome | Exploring the Science and Conspiracies of This Bizarre Phenomenon 58:07

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Exploring the science and conspiracy theories behind the phenomenon that gave dozens of diplomats concerning symptoms, Havana Syndrome. Ad-free episodes & bonus content: redwebpod.com In 2016, U.S. diplomats in Cuba began reporting strange symptoms—piercing headaches, dizziness, and an unexplained sense of pressure in their heads. Over time, more c…

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(Preview) Movie Club | The Invisible Man (1933) 4:53

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Visit redwebpod.com to get this full episode of Movie Club, our exclusive podcast exploring horror movies from classic to crap. This week on Movie Club we take a trip back in time and watch what might be the oldest movie any of us have seen: 1933's The Invisible Man. Thank you to Task Force member EchthelionII for suggesting this to us! Sensitive t…

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The Rack Man | The Man Found Crucified Underwater 56:31

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A chilling true crime case from Australia detailing why Max Tancevski AKA "The Rack Man" was strapped to a steel cross and thrown into a river. Ad-free episodes & bonus content: redwebpod.com When a fishing boat pulled in its net, they expected the usual catch—until they hauled up something far heavier. Tangled in the lines was a body, strapped to …