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Join us as we sit down and talk with our friend and author F. K. Sterling. We talk about some of the creepy things that roam the Ozark back lands. For more information on F. K. and where to find his books check out the following links.

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The Hat Man is a widely reported paranormal entity described as a tall, shadowy silhouette wearing a wide-brimmed hat or fedora and a trench coat. Witnesses globally report seeing him standing motionless near the foot of a bed, often during terrifying episodes of sleep paralysis or hypnagogic hallucinations.
Appearance and Characteristics
Form: A solid or semi-transparent black shadow with no distinct facial features, eyes, or skin.
Attire: Usually depicted wearing an old-fashioned vintage suit, long coat, and a fedora or top hat.
Behavior: Commonly stands and watches the observer, sometimes slowly walking closer or vanishing into thin air.
Common Theories
Sleep Paralysis: Scientists and psychologists explain the figure as a hallucination caused by REM sleep disruptions, where the brain is awake but the body remains paralyzed, creating menacing visual archetypes.
Paranormal and Demonic Entity: Believers in the supernatural consider him a supreme shadow person, interdimensional traveler, or malevolent entity that feeds on human fear and negative energy.
Cultural and Subcultural Influences: Some online communities discuss connections to folklore or instances where similar shadowy hallucinations occur after heavy use of certain over-the-counter medications like diphenhydramine (Benadryl).

Join us as we sit down with our dear friend Mr. Methancamp himself from  ⁨@MythsMonstersandMullets⁩  Podcast. We talk about several challenging issues withing the paranormal and cryptid fields as well as have some fun. Be sure to go check out his podcast at the following locations. You won't be dissapointed.

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The Black Demon (El Demonio Negro) is a legendary cryptid shark said to measure 40 to 60 feet long with jet-black skin. Supposedly roaming the waters of the Sea of Cortez off Mexico's Baja California peninsula, it is blamed by some locals and fishermen for slamming boats and acting as a surviving Megalodon.

Origin and Lore

The Legend: Rumors grew prominent after features on shows like MonsterQuest, with claims of fishermen experiencing massive impacts to their boats and divers mistaking the dark silhouette for a small submarine.

Popular Culture: The myth inspired creature features, including the 2023 horror film The Black Demon centered on a stranded family facing a vengeful Megalodon.

Scientific and Rational Explanations

No Megalodon: Marine biologists emphasize that the Megalodon went extinct millions of years ago; a surviving apex predator of that size would drastically impact modern whale populations and leave clear ecological evidence.

Misidentifications: Experts and television investigations (such as searches by wildlife experts) conclude the creature does not exist.

Real-World Candidates: Reported sightings likely stem from large marine life, including unusually dark or whale sharks, or large basking sharks misidentified in rough or murky waters.

Have you ever wondered what paranormal and supernatural entities are group or categorized as? If so sit back and join us as we discuss this topic and give our takes on the matter.

Join Para-Chum and J.D. as they sit down with Phil and Amanda from Offbeat Paranormal to ingest some spicy wings and answer some seriously tough paranormal questions. Will Para-Chum survive the heat?

We continue our discussion with friend and Chumming family member Gary from Splintered Spirits Podcast on topics that are often thought about but not talked about in the paranormal community.

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Join us as we sit down with our friends for the Splintered Spirits Podcast and talk paranormal investigating, equipment and our thoughts on hauntings.

Constructed in 1858 by D.W. Houston, the Garnett House commenced operations as a hotel in the fall of the same year, overseen by Mr. Hiram Tefft. Nestled at the picturesque junction of Fourth Avenue and Walnut in Garnett, Kansas, a town renowned for its charm and amicable locals, this venerable edifice holds a cherished position within the community. As the town's inaugural hotel, it underwent numerous expansions in subsequent years, cementing its status as an iconic landmark.

An article from the 1800s spoke of how Mrs. Houston refused to stay in the original structure due to its swaying in the breeze, marking a departure from the prevalent log cabin designs of the era and establishing the 1858 Garnett House as a trailblazing architectural marvel in the region. Evolving through various ownerships and name changes, including The Garnett House, The Commercial House, and The Lighthouse Hotel, the latter earning its name from a lantern atop the top floor; visible from miles around.

Noteworthy for its survival as an antebellum relic, the Garnett House has now borne witness to nearly 170 years of history, notably serving as a focal point of the underground railroad in the area. Amidst the turbulent era of "Bleeding Kansas," it reportedly harbored escaped slaves in its attic under the covert protection of the renowned Abolitionist John Brown, an event believed to have unfolded circa 1859, just prior to the American Civil War.

During the vibrant 1870s, Garnett blossomed into a lively frontier town, reminiscent of scenes from the Old West, with saloons, brothels, and gunfights in the streets. Amidst this dynamic epoch, the Garnett House welcomed illustrious guests, including legendary lawmen Wyatt Earp, Bat Masterson, and Wild Bill Hickock. Notable figures such as Buffalo Bill Cody, accompanied by Hickock, and the renowned female cowboy shooter Belle Starr graced the hotel. The notorious outlaw Jesse James is also believed to have sought refuge here under one of his many aliases.

Beyond its hospitality role, the Garnett House served diverse functions over the years, doubling as a jail for criminals awaiting trial, a schoolhouse, tenements, and even a photography studio. Possibly eluding the local newspaper and media, there have been multiple stories that tell of the time when the building was used as a brothel. On September 11th, 1885, the Orphan Train made its inaugural stop in Garnett, KS, with homeless children temporarily housed within the 1858 Garnett House. The overwhelming crowd necessitated a swift relocation of the event to a nearby church.

In the early 1950s, the building underwent yet another transformation, operating as a Doctor's Office under the management of a husband and wife doctor duo. Their commitment to the community endured, with patients receiving treatment within the historic walls up until the 21st Century. A testament to resilience and adaptability, the 1858 Garnett House Hotel remains an integral part of Garnett's ever-evolving narrative.

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Join us as we talk about the haunted history of this location and the amazing piece of evidence that J.D. caught during one of his most recent outings to the location.

Join Para-Chum and the boys from Kraken Cans Cast as they go live and talk the supernatural.