No Such Thing As Ghosts | Supernatural & Paranormal Stories

No Such Thing as Ghosts is now weekly! In this episode, Andy and Greg cover the Demon Leaper, a reported SpaceX UFO, and 19th-century ghost hoaxers. Are these eerie tales evidence of the paranormal, clever deception, or something in between? Join our true believer vs. skeptic debate on UFO sightings, ghost stories, and the mysteries that keep us guessing.

SpaceX UFO Video

Newspaper Article on Ghost Hoaxers

Andy takes a mischievous, detail-packed walk through three classic spooky-party dares — each one more elaborate (and riskier) than the last. He methodically explains the Runner: a midnight blood-drawn footrace down a dark hallway where you wager something precious, whisper the exact stakes (“double or nothing”), and hope a summoned opponent shows up. He lays out the gear (sharp object, lines of blood, a finish area), the rules about not looking, and the weird payoff — if you win, you might find your wager doubled and a cryptic slip of paper. Greg, the hardline skeptic, keeps cutting in with practical questions (How much blood? Who cleans it up?) and deadpan warnings about ending up as a true crime headline rather than a ghost story. They then move to the Three Kings ritual, the slow-burn mirror game that reads like an indie horror film treatment: three chairs arranged like throne/queen/fool, two mirrors, a fan, a candle, a bucket, a fully charged phone, and a sentimental object that acts as your anchor. Andy outlines the precise timing (set up at 11 p.m., wake at 3:30 a.m., be back by 3:33 a.m.), the do-not-look rules, and the consequences if the person outside fails to pull you back at 4:34 a.m. Finally, the 11 Mile Road is a trance-like driving rite where the landscape morphs mile by mile — whispers, shadow figures, flickering headlights, a stretch of ‘hell’ — and where your single-minded focus on a wish supposedly yields a tangible payoff at journey’s end. The hosts balance eerie specifics with practical mockery, making the whole thing feel like a how-to manual for bad decisions — and a cautionary tail-wag to anyone tempted to try these at home.

Takeaways:

• Andy describes the creepy ritual called "the Runner," where he wagers objects and draws start and finish lines in blood down a dark hallway.
• Greg plays the skeptic, and he mocks the risks, insisting listeners shouldn't bleed in hallways or gamble away college funds.
• They unpack "Three Kings" as a convoluted midnight mirror ritual with strict timing, a fan, candles, and a charged phone — Andy warns consciousness could be pulled into mirrors, for example.
• The hosts emphasize common-sense caution: they advise not to perform dangerous stunts alone, avoid risky rituals like the Runner, and never follow internet-circulated ritual instructions blindly.
• Andy frames the 11 Mile Road as a focus test: shadow figures, whispers, and tempting scenic stops will try to distract the driver from completing the ritual and claiming a wish.
• They repeatedly note many of these games likely originated or spread online, functioning more like modern folklore or social experiments than proven supernatural methods.
• Ultimately, Andy explores possibilities while Greg warns about real-world consequences: lost items, blood at a scene, or legal trouble could follow if someone takes these rituals literally.
• Listeners are reminded to use skepticism, stay safe, and perhaps stick to spooky stories instead of trying literal, complicated rituals at home.

A paranormal cryptid encounters like no other: Wisconsin's Beast of Bray Road has haunted witnesses for decades with reports of a spine-tingling, werewolf-like creature. True believer, Andy explores the unexplained mysteries and genuine sightings, while skeptic Greg dissects the folklore and logical explanations. Who's right? Tune in to this paranormal debate.

Takeaways:

• They open with the Beast of Bray Road legend and he recounts Mike Shackleman’s midnight encounter that established the eerie local mythology.
• She points out most modern sightings describe scavenging behavior — roadkill and possums — not predatory attacks on people, which changes how one should interpret danger.
• They highlight Linda Godfrey’s pivotal role as the reporter-turned-author who popularized the beast, but note she sometimes enthusiastically folded flimsy reports into the bigger myth.
• He and she critically examine the supposed evidence: blurry trail-cam screenshots, photos of photocopies, and footprint casts with no ruler or scale — examples given show why those artifacts need better documentation.
• They list plausible, mundane explanations like a mangy bear, a large wolf or dog, misidentification, or shared rumor amplification, and suggest real experiments (clear video, repeated camera setups) to test claims.
• She skewers the tendency to stitch unrelated oddities together — lights in the sky, mysterious mist, and footprints — then label it interdimensional, stressing that mixing folklore and isolated anomalies makes poor science.
• They finish with practical advice: remain skeptical, document thoroughly (use continuous video, place a ruler next to prints), and consider local wildlife patterns before leaping to werewolf conclusions.

Andy and Greg dive into paranormal internet folklore with John Titor, the self-proclaimed time traveler who captivated early-2000s message boards with shocking predictions and claims about a 2034 time machine. As true believer vs skeptic, they unpack Titor's IBM 5100 obsession, failed forecasts, and the eerie question: was this an elaborate hoax or genuine paranormal knowledge? A modern tale of unexplained mysteries and internet mythology.

Takeaways:

• In the early 2000s, connecting to the internet felt like a trip back in time, with dial-up sounds that brought nostalgia to many.
• Andy and Greg dive into the fascinating story of John Titor, a supposed time traveler who shared his theories online.
• The podcast reveals how John Titor claimed that time travel would be developed at CERN by 2034, stirring up discussions about future technology.
• Listeners are reminded about the fragility of timelines, suggesting that even small changes in the past could create entirely new futures.
• The duo humorously debates the practicality of time travel, including the bizarre idea of needing to bring oxygen on a journey to the past.
• Greg and Andy explore the humorous side of conspiracy theories, questioning whether John Titor was a genuine time traveler or just a clever internet hoax.

Links:

• The Time-travel Paradoxes message board posts
• Time Machine Manual
• John Titor Foundation Website
• John Titor Cryptic Video

On a sweltering August night in 1955, the Sutton farm in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, became ground zero for one of the paranormal world's most haunting encounters. When Billy Ray Taylor spotted a UFO streaking across the sky, he and the Sutton family came face-to-face with small, otherworldly creatures—tall ears, glowing eyes, and an unstoppable urge to investigate. Andy and Greg debate whether this unexplained mystery is proof of paranormal cryptids or a perfect storm of eyewitness panic and folklore. A true believer versus skeptic deep dive into folklore, fear, and the eerie tales that shaped UFO mythology.

Takeaways:

• On August 21, 1955, an extraordinary incident involving goblins unfolded at a farmhouse in Kentucky.
• The Sutton family, comprising eleven witnesses, experienced a terrifying encounter with strange creatures at night.
• Billy Ray Taylor sparked the event after spotting a mysterious object in the sky, leading to chaos in the farmhouse.
• The family resorted to firing shotguns at the goblins, but their efforts seemed to have little effect on the creatures.
• Despite extensive investigations by police and military, no physical evidence of the goblins was ever discovered after the encounter.
• Today, the legend of the Hopkinsville Goblins is celebrated annually through the Kelly Green Men Festival in Hopkinsville.

Links referenced in this episode:

• nosuchthingasghostshow.com
• tiktok.com/nosuchthingasghostpodcast
• instagram.com/nosuchthingasghostpod
• facebook.com/nosuchthingasghosts
• [email protected]

Ghost stories and paranormal legends come alive at amusement parks. Andy and Greg explore the spine-tingling supernatural encounters and eerie histories hidden behind the thrills—from Kings Island's spectral sightings to Lake Shawnee Abandoned Amusement Park's tragic past. The duo also take a detour to Disney World, where ghostly figures like Roy O. Disney and playful spirits on iconic rides keep the magic alive—even after death. They also cover some of the conspiracies surrounding Disney, from deaths being covered up at the park and Walt Disney’s frozen head. With a mix of humor and haunting history, Andy and Greg are sure to keep listeners on the edge of their seats, or perhaps, in their own haunted amusement park! Andy dives into the ghostly tales; Greg questions whether these haunted attractions have rational explanations. What's real, and what's just the thrill of fear?

Links referenced in this episode:

• nosuchthingasghostshow.com
• [email protected]
• tiktok.com/nosuchthingasghost
• instagram.com/nosuchthingasghostpod
• facebook.com/nosuchthingasghostpod

No Such Thing As Ghosts? is hitting the road and traveling down the infamous Route 666. Route 666 has long carried a reputation that blends history, mystery, and dread. Once known as a real stretch of highway tied to the American Southwest, it became the subject of local legends, strange reports, and stories that only deepened its ominous legacy. In this episode, we explore the eerie history of Route 666 and the paranormal sightings said to haunt it — from Satan’s Sedan and the Phantom Semitruck to Phantom Hitchhikers, Hellhounds, UAP sightings, and Skinwalkers. Step onto the road and discover why this infamous route continues to inspire fear, fascination, and unanswered questions.

Takeaways:

• Summer means road trips and adventures, but this one is filled with ghosts and legends.
• Route 491, previously known as Route 666, takes you through supernatural stories and dangerous encounters.
• Be cautious on Route 491, where phantom hitchhikers and hellhounds might be lurking around every corner.
• The infamous skinwalkers are said to roam these lands, adding an eerie twist to your road trip tales.

Links referenced in this episode:

• nosuchthingasghostshow.com
• nosuchthingasghostpodmail.com
• tiktok.com/nosuchthingasghost
• instagram.com/nosuchthingasghostpod
• facebook.com/nosuchthingasghostpod

In this episode, it's time for more Urban Legends. First, we head back to 1876 Kentucky, where chunks of mystery “meat” reportedly fell from the sky in broad daylight. Then we travel to San Antonio, Texas, to explore the chilling legend of the Donkey Lady and why locals still whisper about her after dark. From there, we unpack the bizarre case of the Mad Gasser of Mattoon, an unknown assailant said to stalk a small Illinois town with paralyzing fumes. And finally, we jump to the present day to break down a viral internet claim that Earth will lose gravity for seven seconds—what people are saying, what NASA actually says, and ask the question of how people could believe something so stupid.

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Takeaways:

• Andy and Greg dive into the bizarre tale of the Kentucky Meat Shower, where chunks of meat unexpectedly rained down on Bath County in 1876, leaving locals baffled.
• The podcast explores urban legends, with Andy describing his belief in the strange and unexplained, while Greg takes a skeptical approach to these tales.
• Listeners learn about the Donkey Lady of San Antonio, a haunting legend that combines tragedy with a touch of dark humor, showcasing the quirky nature of urban legends.
• In discussing the Mad Gasser of Mattoon, the duo highlights how people reported mysterious gas attacks that left them feeling ill, stirring both fear and curiosity.
• The episode emphasizes the importance of skepticism when hearing outrageous urban legends, reminding everyone to not believe everything you hear online.
• Throughout the episode, Andy and Greg's witty banter adds a light-hearted touch to the eerie tales, making the discussion entertaining and engaging for listeners.

On the night of March 13, 1997, thousands of people across Arizona reported seeing a massive V-shaped formation of lights gliding silently across the sky. Known as the Phoenix Lights, the event became one of the most debated UFO sightings in modern history.

In this episode, we explore the eyewitness accounts, the official explanations, and the theories that still surround the mysterious lights more than two decades later. Was it a military flare drop, an optical illusion, or something truly unexplained?

Join us as we dig into the story behind the Phoenix Lights and separate fact from speculation in one of the most famous aerial mysteries ever recorded.

Takeaways:

• The Phoenix Lights incident is one of the most widely reported UFO events in history, with thousands of witnesses sharing similar sightings of a V-shaped craft in the sky.
• Kurt Russell, the actor, was an eyewitness to the Phoenix Lights, reporting the sighting to air traffic control while flying with his son.
• Former Arizona governor Fife Symington humorously dismissed the UFO sightings by dressing his chief of staff as an alien, which upset many UFO enthusiasts.
• Frances Barwood, a former city councilwoman, faced ridicule for seeking answers about the Phoenix Lights, despite receiving numerous calls from concerned constituents.
• The lights were later explained by the military as flares dropped during a training exercise, but many witnesses remained skeptical of this explanation.
• The discussion touches on how public perception of UFOs has evolved, contrasting the serious nature of the Phoenix Lights event with modern-day skepticism.

In this episode, we wander into the strange and shadowed world of the fae folk — those elusive beings said to slip in and out of our world when we least expect it. From old folklore and curious encounters to the eerie little places where myth and reality seem to blur, we explore why these legends have lasted so long.

Takeaways:

• Greg and Andy discuss the legend of the Nain Rouge, a creature linked to misfortune in Detroit's history.
• They explore how the Nain Rouge is believed to appear before disasters, making it a harbinger of doom.
• Listeners learn that Cadillac's misfortunes started after he ignored a warning from a fortune teller about this creature.
• The episode highlights the connection between folklore and real-life events, showcasing how legends evolve over time.
• Andy shares how different cultures have their own versions of fey folk, like the Cherokee's Naheed and the Puckwudgies.
• Greg emphasizes the importance of legends, suggesting they may hold truths about historical experiences and cultural beliefs.