In tonight’s dead letter, Cody shares a chilling experience from a trip to Jacob City, a ghost town in Utah. While camping with friends and their dogs, they captured eerie EVPs, including one that called out Cody’s name. As the night grew darker, the dogs became unusually frightened, and a sudden, strong wind forced them to pack up and leave before their campfire got out of control. This is history, mystery, and a reminder to trust your instincts.

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Show note links!

Jacob City - Utah Ghost Town

https://www.ghosttowns.com/states/ut/jacobcity.html

Jacob City - Utah Outdoor Activities

https://www.utahoutdooractivities.com/jacobcity.html

Snapshots of Mentioned Newspaper Articles

https://postimg.cc/gallery/SCkxPjw

Bannack, Montana - Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bannack,_Montana

Southwest Montana History: Bannack

https://southwestmt.com/specialfeatures/history/bannack/

The Sheriff and Outlaw Henry Plummer Series at Astonishing Legends (Available on all podcast platforms as well and YouTube)

Astonishing Legends - Sheriff and Outlaw Henry Plummer Part 1

https://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/4/21/ep-68-the-sheriff-and-outlaw-henry-plummer-part-1?rq=henry%20plummer

Astonishing Legends - Sheriff and Outlaw Henry Plummer Part 2

https://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/4/28/ep-69-the-sheriff-and-outlaw-henry-plummer-part-2?rq=henry%20plummer

Astonishing Legends - Sheriff and Outlaw Henry Plummer Part 3

https://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/5/10/ep-70-the-sheriff-and-outlaw-henry-plummer-part-3?rq=henry%20plummer

Jacobs Smelter - Superfund Site

https://www.toxicsites.us/site.php?epa_id=UT0002391472

In tonight’s dead letter, Jordan recalls a strange encounter in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she spotted nearly a dozen silver crafts hovering over the Sandia Mountains. These objects appeared to be linked and moved in unison, with one larger craft seemingly in charge. A large black helicopter sped off in the direction of the crafts after they disappeared, leaving Jordan with a sense of wonder and the feeling that they were harmless tourists from another world, but were they? We’ll dive into it!

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Kirtland Air Force Base - Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kirtland_Air_Force_Base

Kirtland AFB

https://www.kirtland.af.mil/

Sandia National Laboratories

https://www.sandia.gov/

Sandia National Laboratories - Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandia_National_Laboratories

Mirage Men - Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mirage_Men

Mirage Men streaming: where to watch movie online?

https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/mirage-men

Author Nick Redfern - Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nick-Redfern/author/B001IXQG7E?sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=0a14c23d-5da9-4c8a-a53b-114e7602e74b

Watch The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch Full Episodes, Video & More | HISTORY Channel

https://www.history.com/shows/the-secret-of-skinwalker-ranch

Paul Bennewitz - Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Bennewitz

Richard L. Doty - Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_L._Doty

This week, we revisit a favorite Patreon Junk Drawer episode featuring Max Kelso's unsettling experiences at a Boy Scout camp in the heart of Ohio.

We explore Max's first encounter as a young scout when he saw a shadowy figure watching him through the window of his cabin late one night. Years later, during a game at the same camp, Max experiences something even stranger.

The Junk Drawer is a more casual, conversational show than our regular program and is usually only available to our patrons at patreon.com/astonishinglegends. It’s a great time to check out our Patreon because this Sunday, June 29th, 2025, we’re doing our first-ever live AMA on video there!

In tonight’s dead letter, Scott and Forrest share Arthur’s story. He recounts a frightening encounter in the Bronx in 1998 when while stopped at a red light he saw something, or someone that didn’t seem right. The person in the car next to him had pale skin, completely black eyes, and an impossible smile. But that’s really just the beginning of this bizarre tale.

Books by David Weatherly on Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/stores/David-Weatherly/author/B01N59JC6U?sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=00b7e0f6-0241-4cae-bea5-2aefcdb8e455#

Astonishing Legends Private Facebook Group

https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Ayj1M1iKU/

Astonishing Legends

https://astonishinglegends.com/

Episode links to Astonishing Legends Website, but all shows can be found on any podcast app.

Ep 188: Strange Intruders with David Weatherly Part 1 — Astonishing Legends

https://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2020/10/24/ep-192-strange-intruders-with-david-weatherly-part-1?rq=black%20eyed%20kids

Ep 189: Strange Intruders with David Weatherly Part 2 — Astonishing Legends

https://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2020/11/8/ep-193-strange-intruders-with-david-weatherly-part-2?rq=black%20eyed%20kids

Ep 87: Black Eyed Kids Part 1 — Astonishing Legends

https://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/10/22/ep-87-black-eyed-kids-part-1?rq=black%20eyed%20kids

Ep 88: Black Eyed Kids Part 2 — Astonishing Legends

https://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/10/28/ep-88-black-eyed-kids-part-2?rq=black%20eyed%20kids

Ep 89: Black Eyed Kids Part 3 — Astonishing Legends

https://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/11/11/ep-89-black-eyed-kids-part-3?rq=black%20eyed%20kids

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In tonight’s dead letter, Scott and Forrest read a dead letter from a woman with ties to the Otoe-Missouria tribe in Oklahoma. She recounts a terrifying experience driving on Highway 60 at night when a dark fog hit the truck she was in, causing a flat tire. The story delves into local legends, the importance of oral traditions, and the listener’s theory that the area is haunted due to indigenous people buried there by settlers. They discuss the plausibility of a curse, the story's symbolism, and the mysteries surrounding the nature and effects of whatever it was they collided with.

Osage Nation Heritage Trail | Green Country Oklahoma | Official Site

https://www.greencountryok.com/listing/osage-nation-heritage-trail/1475/

Ep 49: Monsters Among Us — Astonishing Legends

https://astonishinglegends.com/al-podcasts/2017/2/7/ep-049-monsters-among-us?rq=monsters%20among%20us

Ep 49: Monsters Among Us — Astonishing Legends (Spotify)

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2il0qVGYdmvyV7MBLWtQ28?si=248005b7c51f4813

Ep 49: Monsters Among Us — Astonishing Legends (Apple Podcasts)

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/astonishing-legends/id923527373?i=1000376271976

Indian meridian - Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_meridian

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In 1850, the quiet town of Stratford, Connecticut was shaken by a bizarre and terrifying haunting that gripped the world’s attention. Reverend Eliakim Phelps and his family were tormented by objects falling from nowhere, cryptic messages, and strange effigies crafted from household items. As the phenomena escalated—turning violent and targeting the children—skeptics, spiritualists, and investigators descended on the mansion in search of answers. Was it a hoax, psychic energy, or something truly supernatural? This episode dives into the enduring mystery of the Stratford Poltergeist.

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In tonight’s Dead Letter, Kaleb recounts a few paranormal experiences, starting with a childhood memory of a stuffed bear that seemed to turn its head on its own, but for some bizarre reason didn't frighten him. Years later, he experienced a potent wave of fear in a dark basement, reminding Scott of his experience at the Sallie House. Forrest and Scott then delve into the nature of fear, the existence of multiple entities in haunted locations, and the protective nature of some spirits.

The Sallie House Series by Astonishing Legends Part 1 (On Spotify)

https://open.spotify.com/episode/20PwwC2p9Kq97H7yX370kO?si=806dbb79aa174215

The Twilight Zone - Living Doll Episode

Living Doll (The Twilight Zone) - Wikipedia

Uniroyal Nauga Monster

Rarify | The Nauga Monster! The Nauga was a fictional creature or animal created by an advertising company back in the 1960s to promote the... | Instagram

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In tonight’s dead letter, Forrest and Scott read a submission from Misael, who recalls a bizarre childhood encounter involving a blue ball of fire that appeared while he and his sister were playing basketball. The strange sphere, which seemed to be made of stone and engulfed in flames, hovered near them before shooting off toward a neighbor's light post and disintegrating.

The Encyclopedia of Demons and Demonology

Traverse City Ghost Tour

In tonight’s dead letter, listener Barry talks about the strange phenomenon of table tipping. He recounts an experience from 25 years ago, when he and a friend attempted to raise a heavy coffee table through meditation, with unexpected results. This leads to a larger discussion about EVPs and Forrest shares an anecdote from a recent ghost hunt at a theater, where a table moved during a tipping experiment, and they captured some bizarre audio recordings.

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Astonishing Dead Letter Office

Richard Hatem's Paranormal Bookshelf

ER70 EVP Recorder on the App Store

SPECTRE | ABOUT US

We are once again joined by investigator Philip Mantle to dive back into the Pascagoula Abduction with Part 2 of our series, peeling back layers of a story that stretches far beyond one night in 1973. While skeptics cite a silent bridgetender, fresh eyewitness accounts —from shipyard workers to families at home — suggest something far stranger was unfolding. 

In this episode, we uncover a decades-hidden encounter from Jerry and Maria Blair, whose experiences may rival the original tale, and explore newly revealed evidence, buried memories, and the unsettling question: what did these beings really want?

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