Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Podcast

Top 10 Horror Comedy Movies - Blind RankingsIt's time for another Blind Rankings. This month, we rank our top 10 horror comedy movies (without knowing what film comes next).From Shaun of the Dead and Scary Movie to Lake Placid, we discuss a bunch of great hilarious scary films. What would your list look like?Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Goblins in the FieldsIt's listener submission time again and we have 3 chilling tales for you.The first story comes from Davis, who experienced paranormal activity throughout his life before encountering a mysterious shadow woman after hitting puberty.In a story from Brazil, Kelvin shares an unsettling late-night experience involving sleep paralysis, a mysteriously moving fork, and an inexplicably relocated blanket.The final tale from Washington state introduces us to "Duendes" - mischievous goblin-like creatures from Latin American folklore that allegedly caused havoc in a young girl's life.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paranormal investigators and content creators Audrey and Bella, who met in high school through their shared love of K-pop and ghost hunting shows, have grown their YouTube and TikTok following by documenting their investigations at haunted locations.In this interview, Audrey and Bella discuss their investigation process, which includes extensive planning via Google Docs, using equipment like spirit boxes and REM pods, and taking turns handling editing and social media duties for each investigation.They discuss some of their most compelling evidence, including intelligent responses through the Estes Method (where one investigator is blindfolded and wearing headphones while attempting to communicate with spirits), physical touches, and unexplained sounds at locations like Madison Seminary and Hotel Conneaut.Despite their rapid success on YouTube, they maintain a grounded approach to investigating, emphasizing the importance of showing respect at haunted locations, proper research, and careful planning for those interested in pursuing paranormal investigation.Make sure to check out Audrey and Bella's investigations and give them a subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@audreyxbellaPatreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is listener submission time again!The first story follows Emma and her family in Colorado, where unexplained phenomena escalate from mysteriously stacked pots and pans to a child being repeatedly thrown from his bed, leading her coal miner father to make a difficult decision.Strange shadows with skeletal features and long fingers begin appearing in doorways, while scratching sounds and unexplained voices echo through their home.The second story delves into Richard's experience as a foster parent in Los Angeles, where his 13-year-old foster daughter Tina's connection to a mysterious entity named Melable sets off a chain of increasingly disturbing events.What begins as concerning behavior from Tina evolves into a series of terrifying encounters that drive even mental health professionals to take extreme measures.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Manhattan Alien AbductionIn a 1989 case known as the Manhattan Alien Abduction, Linda Napolitano claimed she was lifted through her apartment window in a blue-white beam of light and taken aboard a UFO, with 23 witnesses reportedly observing the incident from various locations including the Brooklyn Bridge.UFO researcher Budd Hopkins, known for his regression therapy work and theories about alien-human hybrids, investigated the case and documented additional claims from Linda about subsequent alien encounters involving her son Johnny, who suffered persistent nosebleeds afterward.The case took an even stranger turn when two mysterious men named Richard and Dan, who initially came forward as witnesses, began stalking Linda for over a year before kidnapping her twice at gunpoint to question her about the abduction.While skeptics including Hopkins' ex-wife Carol questioned the credibility of the investigation and suggested the case was embellished for media attention, the high number of witnesses and physical evidence like Linda's x-ray showing an unexplained object in her nose have made this one of the most compelling and well-documented alien abduction cases.Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/believingthebizarre For updates and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media: https://www.instagram.com/believingthebizarre/ https://www.facebook.com/believingthebizarre/  You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch here: https://believing-the-bizarre.creator-spring.com/ Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/RFqzeQ8dVM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time for December 2024's Bizarre News! This month, we discuss four strange news stories. Phantom Neuro, an Austin-based startup, is developing a groundbreaking muscle implant that allows amputees to control prosthetic limbs through thought alone, with clinical trials planned for 2025 showing 94% accuracy across different gestures.Multiple oarfish, rare deep-sea creatures typically found 3,000 feet underwater, have mysteriously washed up on California beaches since August, leading scientists to suggest changes in ocean conditions or El Niño might be responsible.Researchers have developed an "Earworm Eraser," a 40-second audio track that switches between different tempos and musical styles to help eliminate unwanted songs stuck in people's heads, while a 106-year-old woman from Loveland, Ohio named Florence "Fireball" Smith celebrated her birthday by going skydiving and attributes her longevity to staying active and having a daily shot of Fireball Whiskey.For our monthly Blind Rankings, we have to rank the top 10 Horror Movie Villains.Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/believingthebizarre For updates and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media: https://www.instagram.com/believingthebizarre/ https://www.facebook.com/believingthebizarre/  You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch here: https://believing-the-bizarre.creator-spring.com/ Join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/RFqzeQ8dVM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Jersey Drone SightingsSince November 2024, residents across the northeastern United States have reported mysterious large drones, approximately 6 feet in diameter, appearing in coordinated formations at night over populated areas and military installations.These unidentified drones possess unusual characteristics: they're undetectable by radar, demonstrate advanced evasive capabilities when pursued, and have been spotted coming in from the ocean, leading to various theories ranging from foreign surveillance to military testing of new technology.While thousands of sightings have been reported, government agencies including the FBI, DHS, and Pentagon have downplayed the incidents, stating they've found no evidence of threats to national security and suggesting many sightings may be misidentified conventional aircraft.The lack of clear explanations and minimal government response has frustrated local officials and residents, with some state leaders calling for expanded authority to track and neutralize unauthorized drones in their airspace.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Lingering Shadow IsaacSasha's story began when she moved into a house with her father and brother, instantly sensing an overwhelming, oppressive energy.Over time, a shadowy figure emerged—a towering presence she called Isaac. Its intentions were a mystery, but it seemed to grow more intrusive, hovering near her and leaving her with scratches and unsettling encounters.Seeking help from family and spiritual practices, Sasha thought she had distanced herself from the entity. Yet, years later, Isaac returned, following her wherever she went. A medium claimed Isaac might not be malevolent but protective, leaving Sasha questioning everything she thought she knew.Was Isaac truly a guardian—or was something darker still waiting to reveal itself?Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this month's interview, we talk to Steph and Alex from 13 Degrees of Screams.13 Degrees of Screams is a horror movie review podcast hosted by Alex and Stephanie, where they rate films on a 13-point scale ranging from family-friendly to extremely terrifying, with Alex bringing extensive horror genre knowledge while Stephanie offers fresh perspectives as someone newer to horror.In this interview, we discuss their podcast style, why they pick the particular movies they do, and any films that have stuck with them after turning off the TV.We also go into their personal experiences with the paranormal, including Alex's encounter with a ghost in his college dorm and Stephanie's mysterious occurrences in her home, which add authenticity to their horror discussions. Make sure to check out 13 Degrees of Screams!Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode, we have four chilling encounters. In Tennessee, two friends encountered a deer-like entity that was twisted and deformed, almost like it was drawn by a child. In Arizona, a camping trip turned terrifying when something mimicked a friend's voice, trying to lure a friend into the darkness.A Vermont teenager was stalked by a grey-skinned creature with empty eye sockets, forcing her family to relocate. In Texas, two construction workers faced off against an aggressive 7-foot humanoid that hurled rocks, damaged property, and left one worker's power drill embedded in concrete.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices