A Podcast that MAJORS IN: '80s/'90s Nostalgia, Comic Culture, ALL THINGS Paranormal. And MINORS IN: Retro Video Games, Table Top RPG's, Pre-Internet Mysteries and Raising our Kids to be HALF as cool as we were back in the '80s. Hosted by: WOODY BROWN and TYLER BENCE
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S5 E24: Is Garth Brooks A Serial Killer?
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1:18:48The story of Garth Brooks should be one of pure country music legend: a small-town Oklahoma kid who rose to become one of the best-selling artists of all time, breaking records and redefining stadium shows forever. But lurking in the darker corners of the internet is a bizarre and unsettling theory: what if Garth Brooks isn’t just a country superst…
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S5 E23: Terrifying Paranormal Encounters of The Appalachian Trail
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1:27:12The Appalachian Trail is more than just a path through the mountains... it’s a living, breathing museum of history, folklore, and mystery. Beneath its sweeping vistas and quiet ridgelines, countless hikers have stumbled into something far stranger than blisters and black bears: ghostly figures, phantom lights, and encounters that leave them questio…
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S5 E22: Terrifying Monsters of The Appalachian Trail
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1:39:02On a clear night along the Appalachian Trail, you might expect to hear the wind through the trees, the crunch of your boots on gravel, maybe the call of a whip-poor-will in the distance. But for over two centuries, hikers, settlers, and locals have reported something else: strange creatures lurking just beyond the campfire glow. From apple-snatchin…
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S5 E21: The Toxic Woman of Riverside
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1:14:41On the night of February 19th, 1994, 31-year-old Gloria Ramirez was rushed into Riverside General Hospital in California. She was weak, disoriented, and fighting for her life. But within minutes, something happened that no one in that ER could have prepared for: doctors and nurses began collapsing one by one. In total, 23 medical staff were poisone…
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S5 E20: The Butterfly People of Joplin, Missouri
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1:23:05This week on That Would Be Rad, we’re heading into the heart of a real-life catastrophe and the enduring mystery it birthed: The Butterfly People of Joplin, Missouri. On May 22, 2011, an EF5 tornado tore through Joplin—one of the deadliest and costliest in U.S. history. In the storm’s wake, survivors (especially children) began telling eerily simil…
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S5 E19: Unknown Ellijay: Paranormal Encounters & Cryptid Legends of North Georgia
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1:25:30This week on That Would Be Rad, we’re joined by the creative duo and founders of Sozo Bear Films: Luke Pilgrim and Brad Kennedy - as they share the story behind their latest mini-docuseries, Unknown Ellijay. Set in the quiet mountain town of Ellijay, Georgia, the series explores the eerie legends, paranormal encounters, and cryptid sightings that h…
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S5 E18: Flying Serpents & Other American Dragons
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1:29:51This week on That Would Be Rad, we’re diving deep into the legends of American Dragons—winged, scaly nightmares that allegedly terrorized the skies and waterways of the 19th and early 20th century. From a flying serpent that attacked a speeding train in the Colorado Desert, to bulletproof lake monsters, salt-encrusted horse-eaters, and the legendar…
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S5 E17: The Mysterious Creatures of The Pacific Northwest
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1:36:48This week on That Would Be Rad, Tyler returns from a trip to Washington State with more than just souvenirs and scenic photos—he brings back a bone-chilling story from one of the Airbnbs he stayed at. From there, we dive deep into the lesser-known cryptids of the Pacific Northwest, uncovering bizarre and terrifying creatures you won’t find in your …
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S5 E16: Little America - The Redcaps & The Hidden in the Hills
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1:08:15Little America: The Redcaps & The Hidden in the Hills Could ancient America have been home to a forgotten race of tiny people? And what do murderous goblins, Appalachian cave legends, and buried skeletons have to do with it? This week on That Would Be Rad, we’re digging into one of the strangest stories you’ve probably never heard—the bizarre disco…
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S5 E15: The Superman Episode (and Why We Disappeared...)
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1:21:44Could James Gunn’s Superman be the fresh start DC fans have been waiting for? And… where the heck have we been all summer? This week on That Would Be Rad, we’re finally back behind the mics after a month-long hiatus to talk all things Superman—the new movie, what worked, what didn’t, and whether you should rush to the theater (don’t worry… it’s spo…
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Could some of history’s most revered saints have had... superpowers? This week on That Would Be Rad, we take a strange and fascinating journey into the world of Catholic sainthood — where documented miracles, ancient testimonies, and unexplainable phenomena blur the line between faith and the fantastic. We’ll cover: What it actually takes to become…
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S5 E13: The Hoia-Baciu Forest - Portals, Poltergiests, & The Dead Zone
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1:22:42In this week’s episode, Woody and Tyler head deep into the heart of Transylvania to explore one of the strangest, most unnerving places on Earth: Hoia-Baciu Forest—a dense, twisted woodland often called the Bermuda Triangle of Romania. Locals say it’s cursed. Visitors report ghost sightings, lost time, and physical attacks. And somewhere in the cen…
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S5 E12: Warp Zone - The Bizarre Legacy of Super Mario Bros. (1993)
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1:19:42In this nostalgia-packed, mushroom-fueled episode, Woody and Tyler plunge headfirst into the pixelated madness of one of the strangest movies of the 1990s… The Super Mario Bros. movie. Yes—the live-action one. Yes—with Bob Hoskins. Yes—that one. Released just weeks before Jurassic Park, this movie was supposed to be a surefire hit. Instead, it beca…
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S5 E11: Sergei Ponomarenko and Other Tales of Time Travel
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1:23:37In this mind-bending episode, Woody and Tyler dive headfirst into some of the strangest, most compelling time travel stories ever recorded. We kick things off with the eerie case of Sergei Ponomarenko—a man who allegedly disappeared in 1958 and reappeared decades later... without having aged a day. Then, things get even weirder. From the possibilit…
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S5 E10: Glitches, Lifetimes, and The Hidden Code of Reality
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1:19:12This week on That Would Be Rad… What if your entire life—your memories, your relationships, your struggles, your dreams—was nothing more than a line of code? What if you’ve already lived 54 million other lives… ...and just don’t remember any of them? In this mind-bending episode, we dive headfirst into simulation theory through the lens of two radi…
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S5 E9: Blob's, Bigfoots, and Flying Humanoids - MORE Tales of the Paranormal on Patrol
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1:26:01Last week, we cracked open the case files of some of the strangest paranormal encounters ever reported by police officers — and this week, we’re back to finish what we started. In Part 2, Woody dives into even more bizarre, unsettling, and downright mind-bending stories of law enforcement officers who came face-to-face with entities that defy logic…
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S5 E8: Paranormal Patrol - True Tales from The Thin Blue Line
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1:25:49This week on That Would Be Rad, Woody and Tyler embark on a spine-tingling journey into the realm where law enforcement meets the paranormal. Buckle up as they share some of the most bizarre and unexplainable encounters ever reported by police officers — revealing the strange and eerie phenomena that lurk just beyond the veil of our reality. 🚔 What…
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S5 E7: Captain Kutchie's Key Lime Pie Mystery
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1:32:00This week on That Would Be Rad, Tyler and Woody dive deep into the bizarre and captivating world of Captain Kutchie's Key Lime Pie, a mystery that has perplexed Internet sleuths for over a decade. What starts as a seemingly innocent obsession with a long-closed restaurant's dessert spirals into a labyrinth of strange comments and cryptic references…
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S5 E6: Jacobo Grinberg - The Scientist Who Vanished Into The Matrix
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54:57This week on That Would Be Rad, Woody takes the reins for a solo exploration into the enigmatic life and disappearance of Dr. Jacobo Grinberg, a brilliant neuroscientist whose quest to merge science and mysticism led him down a path shrouded in mystery. 🧠 A child prodigy turned groundbreaking researcher, Grinberg dedicated his life to unraveling th…
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S5 E5: Deadly Legends of The Kelpie and The Kappa
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1:02:13💀 Deadly Legends Await… 💀 This week on That Would Be Rad, we’re plunging into the dark waters of folklore to uncover two of the most terrifying aquatic legends from across the world: Scotland’s Kelpie and Japan’s Kappa. 🌊 A beautiful horse standing by the water’s edge… but once you touch it, you’ll never escape. 🇯🇵 A strange, turtle-like trickster …
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S5 E4: Skinwalkers, Portals, and Not-Deer, OH MY!
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1:07:20Get ready to have your mind blown in this electrifying episode of That Would Be Rad! Woody and Tyler take you on a wild journey into the mysterious world of dreams and the paranormal—where the line between reality and the supernatural gets seriously blurred. Imagine this: Tyler finds himself in a dream so real it shakes him to the core. In the midd…
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S5 E3: Presidents, Paradoxes, Possums, & The Booth Mummy Mystery
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1:27:32In this thrilling episode of That Would Be Rad, Woody and Tyler dive into the bizarre world of U.S. presidential history, exploring strange coincidences, conspiracy theories, and peculiar anecdotes that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew. As the duo celebrates the week of Valentine's Day, they discuss everything from childho…
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S5 E2: The Allagash Abductions - The Terrifying True Story
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1:21:14In thismind-blowing episode ofThat Would Be Rad, Woody takes you deep into one of the mostchilling alien abduction cases in history—theAllagash Abductions of 1976. What started as a peacefulcanoeing trip in the remote Maine wilderness quickly turned into anightmare beyond belief. Four friends—Jim and Jack Weiner, Charles Foltz, and Chuck Rak—set ou…
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S5 E1: The Immortal Mystery of The Count of Saint Germain
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1:34:25Welcome to the highly anticipated Season 5 premiere of That Would Be Rad! Join Woody and Tyler as they delve into the captivating legend of the Count of Saint Germain—a figure shrouded in mystery, rumored to possess the secrets of immortality and alchemy. In this episode, we explore: ✨ The enigmatic life of the Count, who appeared in 18th-century E…
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S4 E39: Mysteries That Will Keep You Up Tonight - Season Four's Best Stories - PART 2
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1:26:28In this exciting episode of That Would Be Rad, Woody and Tyler dive into their favorite highlights from Season 4, showcasing the stories that have captivated them the most. From strange encounters to bizarre historical figures, this episode is a treasure trove of nostalgia and intrigue. Join us as we explore: S4 E10: Charles Delshao, Nima, and the …
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S4 E38: Mysteries That Will Keep You Up Tonight - Season Four's Best Stories - PART 1
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1:17:27As we wrap up Season 4 of That Would Be Rad, we’re taking a look back at some of the most unforgettable moments from this incredible season. Whether you’re a longtime listener or brand-new to the show, this episode is your perfect gateway to the bizarre, the mysterious, and the downright mind-blowing. Join us as we revisit: S4 E4: Invisible Beings …
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S4 E37: The Priestess Reborn - The Unbelievable TRUE STORY of Dorothy Eady
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1:11:45Welcome to That Would Be Rad, your go-to podcast for diving deep into the unexplained, the nostalgic, and the downright fascinating. This week, Woody and Tyler start the year off with an extraordinary story that will have you questioning everything you think you know about life, death, and what might come after. Get ready to uncover the jaw-droppin…
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S4 E36: Terrifying Christmas Creatures - Volume Two
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1:28:07Think the holiday season is all cheer and twinkling lights? Think again. This week, Woody and Tyler pull back the curtain on even darker legends and terrifying creatures that have haunted Christmas traditions for centuries. From the windswept shores of Scotland to the snow-covered peaks of Iceland, we’re diving headfirst into holiday horrors you’ve…
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S4 E35: Terrifying Christmas Creatures - Volume One
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1:27:19🎄 Merry Christmas from That Would Be Rad! This week, we unwrap the eerie side of the holidays in an episode brimming with chilling folklore, mysterious legends, and just the right touch of festive fright. From the spine-crawling menace of Krampus to the ghostly march of the Night Folk, this isn’t your average holiday special—this is Christmas with …
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S4 E34: For Whom The Bell Tolls - The WWII Church Bell Conspiracy
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1:25:30Welcome back to your favorite podcast, That Would Be Rad! This week, Woody and Tyler take a deep dive into the enigmatic world of ancient frequencies and hidden histories. From the mysterious Tartaria theories to the power of sound, this episode is a blend of conspiracy, history, and the unexplained. Imagine a world where the sound of bells could w…
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S4 E33: Hellboy, Skinwalkers, & The Catskills Crone
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1:40:37Welcome back to your favorite podcast, That Would Be Rad! This week, Tyler and Woody dive into the eerie and mysterious world of the Catskills Crone while sprinkling in some rad tangents about comic book legends and high-strangeness experiences. This episode is packed with folklore, spine-tingling suspense, and a dose of comic book brilliance. Imag…
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S4 E32: Vanishing Houses, Time Slips, & The Rougham Mirage
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1:13:36Welcome back to your favorite podcast, That Would Be Rad! This week, Tyler and Woody take you on a journey through the eerie and mysterious world of phantom houses. These are not your typical haunted houses; these are spectral structures that seem to appear and disappear without a trace, leaving witnesses baffled and questioning reality itself. Ima…
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S4 E31: The True Story of the Kelly-Hopkinsville Goblins
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1:30:34Welcome back to your favorite podcast, That Would Be Rad! This week, Tyler and Woody delve into one of the most chilling and legendary tales of extraterrestrial encounters: the Kelly-Hopkinsville Goblins. This eerie story, set in the 1950s rural Kentucky, is packed with high strangeness, folklore, and spine-tingling suspense. Picture this: a warm s…
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S4 E30: O Ugly Bird! Winged Monsters From Around the Globe, & The Vanishing Bird Family of Kentucky
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1:26:38Welcome back to your favorite podcast, That Would Be Rad! This week, Tyler and Woody continue the October Spooktacular with a bone-chilling episode about bird-like humanoids and the haunting tales that surround them. Get ready to be creeped out as they dive into the eerie Kentucky legend of The Vanishing Bird Family, a ghostly tale of a peculiar fa…
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S4 E29: The Mysterious Crying Boy Painting & Other Cursed Objects
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1:26:33Welcome back to another spine-tingling episode of your favorite podcast, That Would Be Rad! This week, Tyler and Woody dive into the enigmatic and chilling tale of "The Curse of the Crying Boy." Set against the backdrop of the hauntingly beautiful fall mornings, they explore the eerie legend surrounding a seemingly innocent painting that left a tra…
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S4 E28: Spooky Appalachia - True Tales of Boogers, Witches, and Haints
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1:35:36Welcome back to your favorite podcast, That Would Be Rad! Tyler and Woody kick off the first week of their annual tradition "The October Spooktacular" and embrace the spine-chilling tales from the Appalachian region, diving deep into the folklore and ghost stories that have been passed down through generations. Our journey takes us into the heart o…
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S4 E27: You're Being Impersonated By the Other Voice - THE GARY SUDBRINK STORY
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1:55:13Welcome back to another episode of your favorite podcast, That Would Be Rad! This week, Tyler and Woody dive deep into the eerie world of mysterious phone calls, doppelgangers, and strange encounters with the unknown. Our story begins in early February 1993, a time when Bill Clinton had just taken office, Aladdin was still dominating the box office…
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S4 E26: Aliens in the Forest - The Cisco Grove Incident
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1:33:41Welcome back to your favorite podcast, That Would Be Rad! This week, Tyler and Woody dive into an eerie and intense encounter from September 1964, known as the Cisco Grove UFO Incident. Imagine being stranded alone in the woods, only to be confronted by mysterious beings and a menacing robot. This is exactly what happened to 26-year-old Donald Shru…
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S4 E25: The Paranormal & Supernatural Wonders of India
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1:20:16In this thrilling episode, we dive deep into the mysterious skies of the Himalayas. Imagine sunbathing by a serene lake when suddenly, you spot what you think is a balloon. But as it gets closer, you realize it's something far stranger—a humanoid UFO. This bizarre encounter leads us on a journey through the rugged mountains of Himachal Pradesh, Ind…
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Welcome back, rad listeners, to another thrilling episode of That Would Be Rad! This week, Tyler and Woody take you on a spine-chilling journey high into the Himalayan mountains to uncover the eerie mystery of Roopkund Lake, also known as Skeleton Lake. For most of the year, this small, isolated lake remains frozen. But during the summer months, as…
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S4 E23: The Enduring Mystery of the Lead Mask Case
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1:37:04Howdy, folks, and welcome back to another episode of your favorite podcast, That Would Be Rad! In this episode, Tyler surprises Woody with a gripping, unsolved mystery that takes us back to the 1960s in Brazil. The tale begins with the discovery of two men found dead on Vintém Hill, wearing identical suits and homemade lead masks. As Tyler unravels…
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In this laid-back episode, join your favorite brothers from other mothers, Tyler Bence and Woody Brown, as they catch up after a hectic summer. We dive into a myriad of topics, from the nostalgic hunt for a mysterious 80s movie that has haunted Woody’s memories for years, to the latest reviews of "Ghostbusters: Afterlife" and the cinematic masterpi…
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S4 E21: The Ultimate Shadow Beings Episode
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1:36:19Howdy, campers! In this spine-chilling episode, we conclude our summer series, Camp Rad Strangeness, with a deep dive into the phenomena of shadow people, the Hat Man, and shadow beings in general. Join your "camp counselors", Woody Brown and Tyler Bence, as they share personal encounters, listener stories, and expert insights into these mysterious…
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S4 E20: The Dark Watchers & Night Marchers Episode
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1:33:56Howdy, campers! In this spine-chilling episode, we delve into the eerie phenomenon of the Dark Watchers and the Night Marchers. Imagine being alone in the dead of night, sensing an ominous presence, and hearing the distant sounds of drums and chants. These tales, rooted in Native American and Hawaiian lore, explore the mysterious entities that haun…
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Howdy, campers! In this spine-chilling episode, we dive deep into the eerie and unsettling world of the Hat Man. Following our previous discussions on the Shadow Man and sleep paralysis, we explore how the Hat Man stands out as a unique and menacing entity. Imagine waking up in the dead of night, feeling an ominous presence, and seeing a tall, shad…
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S4 E18: The Sleep Paralysis Episode
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1:15:00Have you ever woken up in the dead of night, unable to move, with an overwhelming sense of dread? You're not alone. This week on That Would Be Rad, we dive deep into the eerie world of sleep paralysis. Join your hosts, Tyler Bence and Woody Brown, as they explore the science, psychology, and global folklore behind this terrifying experience. From t…
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Step into the shadows with us as we kick off "Camp Rad Strangeness" in this week's episode of That Would Be Rad! 🌲🔦👤 Have you ever felt a dark presence lurking just out of sight? Or seen a shadowy figure from the corner of your eye? This week, join your hosts/camp counselors, Woody Brown and Tyler Bence, as we dive deep into the spine-chilling worl…
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S4 E16: Time Slips - Exploring Time Dysfunctions
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1:24:33Step into the realm of the extraordinary as we unravel the mysteries of time slippage in this week's episode of That Would Be Rad! Imagine walking through a serene forest, feeling a sense of déjà vu so strong it feels like a past life memory. Suddenly, you see a vision of travelers from 200 years ago. Was it a ghostly apparition, a trick of the min…
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S4 E15: Ancient Temples, Deadly Traps, & The 5,000 Year Sleep
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1:39:34Get ready to dive into the world of nostalgia and nerdy adventures as we take you on a wild ride through our Dungeons & Dragons escapades! In this week's episode of That Would Be Rad, we're reminiscing about our childhoods and the evolution of our hometowns, but the real magic happens when we delve deep into our D&D shenanigans. Join us as we recou…
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S4 E14: The Ark of the Covenant - Holy Artifact or Ancient Weapon
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1:22:43Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey through time and legend as we unravel the mysteries surrounding one of the most enigmatic artifacts in history—the Ark of the Covenant. In this week's episode of That Would Be Rad, we're diving deep into the lore and legend of the Ark of the Covenant. From its biblical origins and the precise instructions …
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