Arcane Carolinas

Morgan Island, South Carolina, is a sea island off the coast near Charleston--and its other name is MONKEY ISLAND! Charlie and Michael discuss this fascinating example of the modern weird and then welcome a guest onto the show who's seen it firsthand. Paddle out to sea with us, but do not go ashore!

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The Carolinas have a rich history of Bigfoot, and in every flavor: historical, recent, compellingly sincere, and entertainingly fake. Charlie & Michael kick off an ongoing series on occasions everybody's favorite cryptid cropped up in the Carolinas!

Be sure to check the Facebook post for scans of contemporary news reports!

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For decades, locals have shared rumors and theories regarding what's known as The Hole, including everything from alien bases to secret missile silos. Join us as we dig into the past--and present--of this site and others like it! We also cover some other not-so-secret-facilities in North Carolina as well as a couple of conspiracy theories about such sites being tucked away in the mountains. Did you know we have a space camp in NC? It sounds awesome!

Be sure to watch the story from WFAE, linked below!

Links:

• Indy Week: Big Hole, Deep Secret
• (VIDEO) WFAE: Exploring a Cold War era bunker in North Carolina
• (TEXT & PODCAST) WFAE's FAQ City: The Forgotten Cold-War Bunker Buried Outside Charlotte
• Fort Macon State Park
• Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute

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Named for his colorful cap and his short stature, the Little Red Man of Old Salem is described both as terrifying and beloved. Join us for a deep dive into one of the most interesting ghost stories--and communities--of the Carolinas!

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Links:

• Old Salem
• Ghost Tours in Old Salem
• Hidden Town Project
• Cherokee Advisory Committee
• Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts

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Come along on one last gallop around Bath, NC, where there were many strange goings-on in the year 1898! Did a witch-man "ride" a local and cause stones to rain on a family farm, or did said shenanigans have a source a little bit closer to home? Check out our Facebook page for photos and scans of contemporary reports, too!

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EDIT: Whoops, a more knowledgeable listener noticed we referred to The Watchtower as a publication of the Latter Day Saints when actually it's published by the Jehovah's Witnesses. Our mistake - and thank you to that listener! We will always welcome corrections!

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For this February(-ish) Case Files episode of Arcane Carolinas we had the pleasure of talking to Bryce Gibson, author of the County Line Horror and Killer Tech series set in South Carolina, and to Chuy with the Exploring the Myths Behind the Legends podcast!

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Join us for the third installment of our mini-episodes about the strange and fascinating history of Bath, NC! We talk about The Devil's Hoofprints, permanent markings that once were a well-known roadside attraction. Guess what: they're still there!

(And a descendant of the property owner showed up in comments when we posted photos on Facebook!)

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Links:

NC Department of Natural & Cultural Resources

North Carolina To-Day (vol. 1, issue 3)

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Many of the cryptids and other wonders we encounter in legends, tales, and our own experiences are decidedly terrestrial. But what of thunderbirds: giant bats? Giant birds? Living fossils? Or are they agents of the spirit of the sky? Whatever they might be, South Carolina has plenty! Join Charlie and Michael as we discuss these fascinating and frightening beings!

Links:

A Few Great Stories of the Santee People (University of Nebraska - Lincoln)

Cooper's Country Store (Facebook Page)

"Horrifying Flying Cryptid Encounter - Northeast South Carolina" (phantomsandmonsters.com)

LivePterosaur.com

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Join us for the second installment of our ongoing deep-dive series of episodes about the history of Bath, NC. This time we've got traveling preachers who haul around their own coffins, a curse, and a town that refused to give up its fun!

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Welcome to the January, 2021, installment of AC Case Files! Joining us this month are Gabe from Wayward America to talk treasure hunts; mother/daughter team PACT to discuss lanky shapes in the night; and Tony from Spirit of the Appalachians Paranormal Research Society to talk about Penland School of Craft. Give it a listen!

Guest Links:

Wayward America on YouTube

P.ACT. Paranormal Investigations

Spirit of the Appalachians Paranormal Research Society on YouTube

Penland School of Craft

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