On December 24, 1945, a fire destroyed the Sodder residence. United States. At the time, it was occupied by George Sodder, his wife Jennie, and nine of their ten children. During the fire, George, Jennie, and four of the nine children escaped. The bodies of the other five children have never been found. The surviving Sodder family believed for the rest of their lives that the five missing children survived.

The Mysterious Disappearance of the Sodder Children | Case File 296

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1987, a tranquil coastal town on the Florida panhandle became the center for one of the most controversial UFO incidents of the decade. Startling photographs taken by local contractor Ed Walters, captured the nation's attention and sparked a frenzy of both skepticism and belief. Walters' vivid images of strange hovering crafts lit by eerie lights became compelling evidence for a case of extraterrestrial visitation.As the story unfolded, more residents came forward with their own sightings, corroborating reports of unusual aerial phenomena over the sleepy town. These testimonies painted a picture of a community unwittingly thrust into the limelight of a UFO sensation, grappling with the implications of what they might truly have witnessed.This case file, join the Theorists as we load up on pocket sand and polish our spinning roundhouse kicks in... The Gulf Breeze UFO incident

The Gulf Breeze UFO Incident | Case File 319

1966, beneath the broad blue skies of Melbourne, Australia, a quiet suburb was thrust into the annals of UFO lore. This extraordinary day saw more than 200 students and teachers become inadvertent witnesses to an inexplicable spectacle—an eerie, silver object gliding silently above, then disappearing as quickly as it had appeared.The event sparked a frenzy of activity, with government agents descending on the scene, whispers of cover-ups, and frantic scrambles to explain away the unexplainable. Yet, the incident refuses to be dismissed or forgotten, lingering in the collective memory as a beacon of the unexplained and a symbol of the potential for otherworldly visitation.This case file, join the Theorists as they have a ripsnorter discussing schoolyard flying saucers in…The Westall UFO Event

The Westall UFO Event | Case File 318

This case file, join the Theorists tonight, tonight, tonight as they welcome to the show, David Race. The genesis and mastermind of “Monstrosity”, the podcast that navigates the land of confusion where celebrity meets the supernatural. From his time as a huge part of the Howard Stern show in its heyday to a comedy career in L.A. David will bring his invisible touch that will have you enthralled with tales ranging from conversations with showbiz starlets to stark Bigfoot terror. We’re calling all stations to get entangled in our conversation with the man on the corner David Race and that’s all.

Bigfoot, Aliens and Howard Stern Show With David Race  | Case File 317

In the shadowy waters of the early 20th century, amidst a world caught between wars and whispers of the mystical, emerged a figure as enigmatic as he was polarizing. A cult leader who would cast a spell over the hearts and minds of his followers, drawing them to the secluded shores of British Columbia, Canada. There, in a haven promised to be utopia, he formed a community rooted in theosophical teachings, esoteric wisdom, and the promise of salvation in tumultuous times.His magnetic charisma and prophetic visions attracted intellectuals, seekers, and adventurers, all thirsting for spiritual awakening and societal escape. But beneath the veneer of enlightenment and collective harmony lurked a darker narrative. Accusations of tyranny, manipulation, and treasures hidden and hoarded began to surface, painting a portrait of a paradise lost.This case file, join the Theorists as we live out our fantasies of dystopian dominatrixes in exploring the history and mystery of... Brother XI

Brother XII | Case File 316

In the gleaming era of modern aviation, a story emerges that casts a long, ominous shadow over the triumphs of technology and innovation. This saga unfurls as a stark exposition of corporate greed clashing with the sanctity of human life, where the relentless pursuit of market dominance and profit margins spirals into a catastrophic narrative.At the heart of this dark chapter lies the 737 Max, Boeing's flagship response to the competitive pressures of the aerospace industry. Yet, hidden beneath its cutting-edge façade, a sinister reality lurked: a fatally flawed flight control system, the consequence of a corporate ethos where expedience trumped safety, and crucial checks were bypassed in a rush to market.The tragic loss of 346 souls in two preventable disasters laid bare a chilling truth: a corporate colossus, once revered as a paragon of engineering excellence, had sacrificed integrity at the altar of ambition.This case file, join the Theorists as they prepare for takeoff and navigate through the turbulent skies of corporate conspiracy in…Boeing Down: The 737 Max Saga

The Mysterious Disappearance of the Sodder Children | Case File 296

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