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Welcome to the thrilling conclusion of our deep-dive into the world of Goblins. This week Abby and Alan present three horrifying Goblin tales. Embark on a journey to the darker side of Japanese folklore as we unravel the terrifying tale of the Adachigahara Goblin, a creature known for its cannibalistic tendencies. Through the lens of a century-old folklore piece, we shed light on this malevolent being that strikes fear into the hearts of wary travelers. With the help of our friend Alex Goleman.

Next, Phil Eslick narrates Abby's story about a man who takes a job as a groundskeeper at a Scottish Estate.

And to round up this series, we're privileged to have JR Santos on board, an author with a passion for folklore. Follow JR on twitter @ccskeleton. Check out his short story collection here.

His first story published, "Azul"was featured on the first issue of the Archive of the Odd's epistolary horror biannual zine, find out more here.

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What if the world of paranormal phenomena is connected in ways we haven't even begun to understand? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with filmmaker and paranormal investigator Karl Pfeiffer, as we unearth hidden connections and delve into the mysteries behind his work. From Ghost Hunters International to creating the cult favorite series Hellier, Karl brings us behind the scenes.

We discuss Karl's holistic view of paranormal phenomena, exploring stories like the Mothman Prophecies and the work of John Keel. From connections between UFO sightings and poltergeist reports to the mind-reality link between the spiritual and physical realms, prepare to have your perspective on the paranormal transformed. Plus, we discuss the creation process behind the captivating paranormal show Hellier, and the importance of maintaining an open mind in the field of paranormal investigation.

This episode is a treasure trove of insights for fans of the paranormal and the curious-minded alike. From examining the global nature of folklore and its potential connection to paranormal phenomena to Karl's memorable experiences investigating the Stanley Hotel, we leave no stone unturned. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the unknown with the captivating Karl Pfeiffer as our guide.

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Join us as we explore the origins of goblins and their varied representations across different cultures, from the Pyrenees Mountains in France to the British Isles, and even the tengu of Japan. We'll also discuss the cultural and historical significance of goblins, kobolds, and trasgu, analyzing their portrayal in popular culture and the problematic aspects of J.K. Rowling's work. Uncover the mysterious connection between goblins, Tolkien's Lord of the Rings, and the eerie paranormal encounters documented in the Hellier documentary series and the Hopkinsville Goblins case.

Finally, we'll dive into the portrayal of goblins in films like The Descent and Sam Raimi's Spider-Man, comparing them to characters like The Joker and exploring the concept of alien goblins from space. We'll also examine the power of folklore in reshaping our understanding of the paranormal and its representation in modern media, such as metal music videos. Don't miss this captivating journey into the enigmatic world of goblins and their impact on our collective imagination!

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Sources

• Thank you very much to April Brenker for helping with research for today’s episode. 
• A paper by Annliya Shaijan from the Global Journal of HUMAN-SOCIAL SCIENCE, called Goblin Mythology: A Brief Study of the Archetype, Tracing the Explications in English Literature
• A Forbes article by Dani Di Placido: The Harry Potter Anti-Semetic Controversy Explained
• HeyAlma article by Evelyn Frick: The Anti-Semetic History of Goblins 
• CBR.com article by Ben Hardwick: Why Goblins’ Are The Lord of The Ring’s Biggest Misconception 
• History.com article by Volker Janssen: How the ‘Little Green Men’ Phenomenon Began on a Kentucky Farm
• Audio recording

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Abby sits down with Lindsey Brisbine of The Chilling Podcast to discuss haunting paranormal experiences.

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This week Abby and Alan present time travel-inspired horror stories.

Blessed was written by Caio Major; check out his blog here and Twitter here. And read by Phil Eslick.

HG Wells wrote the Time Machine, Read by Jon C Cook of the Fado podcast.

Once Upon a Time was written by Nadira Jamerson, Read by Sam Owens. Check our Nadira's website here, and follow her on IG @nadiraxrene.

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This week Abby and Alan explore the history of Time Travel in mythology, film and literature, focusing on horror and science fiction.

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Sources for today's episode:

• Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy entry on Time Travel 
• Oxplore.com article on Ancient Time Traveling Myths
• The Paradoxes of Time Travel by David Lewis (1975) Princeton University
• Guardian article by Stuart Heritage The 20 Best Time Travel Movies 
• CrimeReads article by Dan Frey called The Four Types of Time Travel and what they say about ourselves and the world around us
• Screen Rant article by Craig Elvy - Back To The Future's Time Travel Explained: How It Works & Is It Accurate?
• Wondrium article by David K Johnson, PHD Time Travel in ‘Interstellar’: Time Dilation and Causal Loops
• Space.com article by Alisa Harvey and Vicky Stein - Is Time Travel Possible?
• Wikipedia & IMDB

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Abby and Alan present real unexplained stories submitted by our listeners.

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This week Abby and Alan present doppelgänger inspired horror stories.

Mirrored Images by Madz Smith-Ledford, read by Ashley Tam. Be sure to follow Madz on IG @MadzSmiLed.

Drowning in Sorrow by Sheldon Higdon, read by Jon C. Cook. Check out Seldon's website here, and follow him on Twitter @HigdonSheldon. And listen to the Fado podcast here.

The Illusion of Doppelganger by Duncan Overton, read by Michael Crosa. Check out Michael's newest podcast here.

And a surprise story written by Alan Kudan and read by Risa Puno.

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This week Abby and Alan explore the history of Doppelgängers in film and literature, focusing on horror and science fiction. 

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Sources for today's episode:

• Self As Other; The Doppelganger by Gry Faurholt of Aahus University, the article can be found here.
• IMDB for general information on the films we are going to discuss today
• Edgar Allan Poe’s The Story of William Wilson
• An article by Terry Thompson (1998) James's the Jolly Corner, The Explicator
• A fandom.com entry on The Therered from Us (2019)
• Vox.com article by Emily St. James Jordan Peele’s Us — and its ending — explained. Sort of.
• Article by Katherine Bowers, Gothic Doubling and The Double, Gothically

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In this episode, Abby and Alan talk about the history of Doppelgängers, including real-life accounts and mythology.

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Sources for today's episode:

• The Night Side of Nature by Catherine Crowe (1850)
• The Doppelganger Wikipedia Entry
• Research paper called The Vardøgr, Perhaps Another Indicator of the Non-Locality of Consciousness by L. DAVID LEITER.
• Betty T. Bennett. The Letters of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley. Johns Hopkins University Press, Baltimore, 1980. Volume 1, page 245.
• A listverse.com article by Pauli Poisuo: 10 Disturbing Tales of Doppelgangers
• Ward Hill Lamon’s Book The Recollections of Abraham Lincoln 
• Vice Article by Natasha Wynarczyk - The Time When You’re Most Likely to See Your Doppelganger
• A book called Footfalls on The Boundry of Another World by Robert Dale Owen

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