Red Web

In 1944 the small town of Mattoon, Illinois was in a panic for weeks. A number of residents had woken up to a strange odor which caused alarming symptoms like paralysis, and it appeared someone was attacking victims with gas. Today, we discuss the peculiar mystery of the Mad Gasser of Mattoon.Sponsored by Optimum Chairs (go to http://optimumchairs.com and use code redweb10 to get 10% off your Optimum Chair), Raycon (go to http://buyraycon.com/redweb and use code EARLYBF to get 20% off sitewide), Shady Rays (go to http://shadyrays.com to shop their Black Friday selections). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After the Civil War, a number of people went missing along the Osage trail in Kansas. Search parties tracked the disappearances to a family owned inn along the trail. When locals went to confront them about the situation, the family was gone. This week we discuss one of the most famous mysteries of the Old West, the Bloody Benders.Sponsored by Better Help (this episode is sponsored by BetterHelp — go to http://betterhelp.com/redweb to get 10% off your first month), Uncommon Goods (go to http://uncommongoods.com/redweb for 15% off), and Upside (download the FREE Upside App and use promo code REDWEB to get $5 or more cash back on your first purchase of $10 or more). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The emerging field of artificial intelligence is filled with many unknowns. In 2022, a strange entity began repeatedly appearing in AI generated art. The AI seems to associate the entity with the macabre, as they are always pictured in unsettling situations. Today, we discuss the origins of what may be the first AI cryptid, Loab. Visit our Twitter page (https://twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we discuss. Sponsored by HelloFresh (go to http://hellofresh.com/redweb65 to get 65% off plus free shipping), Honey (go to http://joinhoney.com/redweb to get Honey for free), and Shady Rays (go to http://shadyrays.com and use code REDWEB to get 50% off 2 or more pairs of sunglasses). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1987, Pennhurst State School & Hospital closed its doors after a documentary and multiple court cases revealed the horrible conditions patients were in. It is now one of the most haunted places in Pennsylvania. Today, we uncover the history and hauntings of what is now known as Pennhurst Asylum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Less than a week after the Ammons family moved into their new home, they began having haunting experiences. When they reached out to psychics, the family was told they were sharing the house with over two hundred demons. Today we discuss one of the most haunted places in Indiana, the Demon House. Visit our Twitter page(https://twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we mention. Sponsored BetterHelp (go to http://betterhelp.com/redweb to get 10% off your first month) and Prey for the Devil (Prey for the Devil is in theaters this Halloween Weekend – go to http://bit.ly/preyredweb to get tickets now!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1975 the Lutz family purchased a home with a murderous history. Soon after they started having haunting experiences and left the house after only 28 days. This is the story behind the Amityville Horror House. Visit our Twitter page (https://twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we discuss.Sponsored by Audible (go to http://audible.com/redweb or text REDWEB to 500-500 to try Audible free for 30 days), BetterHelp (go to http://betterhelp.com/redweb to get 10% off your first month), and 30 Morbid Minutes (subscribe to 30 Morbid Minutes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After the death of her husband and child, Sarah Winchester began renovating a house and never stopped until her death. Some believe Winchester was cursed to expand the house. Today we discuss the story behind the home that became known as the Winchester Mystery House.Sponsored by BetterHelp (go to http://betterhelp.com/redweb to get 10% off your first month), Black Adam (watch Black Adam in theaters and IMAX internationally on October 19, and in North America on October 21), and Ship Station (go to http://shipstation.com and use promo code redweb to get a free 60-day trial). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1987, Minnie Winston stepped out of her bath to find a grisly scene. Blood was dripping from the ceiling and oozing from the walls, but she and her husband could not find its source. Police investigated but found that no crime had been committed so they couldn’t help the couple. Today we explore the mystery of the Blood House at Fountain Drive.Sponsored by Hello Fresh (go to http://hellofresh.com/redweb65 and use code redweb65 for 65% off plus free shipping) and Magnesium Films (go to http://embracetheemptiness.com to listen to Celeritas today) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On October 6th, 2014, an anonymous user on 4chan shared a strange email that they received. This initial post kickstarted a journey down the rabbit hole involving a series of intricate puzzles and the Dark Web. But as quickly as the mystery spun up, it just as swiftly faded away, leaving us with more questions than answers. Today, we try to piece together the story behind the 432 Mystery.Visit our Twitter page (http://Twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we discuss. If you'd like to listen to past mysteries we referenced in this episode, they are: Cicada 3301 (https://spoti.fi/3xPrC1H & https://spoti.fi/3xMVrjw) and May Day Mystery (https://spoti.fi/3StcBdL).Sponsored by Betterhelp (go to http://betterhelp.com/redweb for 10% off your first month), Shady Rays (go to http://shadyrays.com and use code REDWEB for 50% off 2+ pairs of sunglasses) and Tales From the Stinky Dragon (available wherever you get podcasts). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone knows the classic movie monsters that have permeated pop culture for decades. As famous as they are, what might be lesser known are the true stories that influenced the creatures you know. Today, we discuss the origins of Dracula, Wolfman, and Gill-man, as we dive into three famous movie cryptids.Visit our Twitter page (http://Twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we discuss.Sponsored by HelloFresh (http://hellofresh.com/redweb65 + code redweb65), Upside (download the free Upside app and use promo code REDWEB), and Magnesium Films (http://embracetheemptiness.com to listen to Celeritas today). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices