In 1961, a New Hampshire couple took a detour that would make history—and launch the modern UFO abduction phenomenon. When Betty and Barney Hill returned from a road trip, they brought with them hours of missing time, strange physical evidence, and a story that would shake the foundations of what we think we know about extraterrestrial encounters.

In this episode, we peel back the layers of memory, hypnosis, and high strangeness to explore what really happened on that dark, winding road. Were the Hills just victims of a shared delusion—or the first humans to be taken aboard an alien craft?

Join us as we follow the trail of stars, secrets, and suspicion in one of the most iconic alien abduction cases of all time.#BettyAndBarneyHill   #UFOAbduction #AlienEncounter #InterruptedJourney #MissingTime #HighStrangeness #ParanormalPodcast #UFOHistory #AbductionPhenomenon #CloseEncounters #StrangerThanFiction#ExtraterrestrialContact #TheTruthIsOutThere #SecretSocietyOfStranger s#UnsolvedMysteries

We’re kicking off our All Aliens April series with a crash course in all things extraterrestrial! This week’s episode, "Operation Flap-Out". Is a sort of "Ufology Onboarding," we break down the basics of alien lore—perfect for newcomers and seasoned starfolk alike. From the classic Greys and Reptilians to government code names, galactic gossip, and UFO/UAP lingo, we’ve got your back as we prep for a month-long journey into the weird, wild world of aliens. Whether you’re just visiting or here for the abductions, this is your guide to who’s who and what’s what in the UFOverse. Buckle up—it’s gonna get weird.

This week, Jen takes us deep into 17th-century England for a disturbing journey through paranoia, power, and persecution. Meet Matthew Hopkins, the self-appointed Witchfinder General, who turned the chaos of the English Civil War into a personal witch-hunting enterprise. Sanctioned by Cromwell’s Puritans, Hopkins traveled the countryside with his henchmen, extracting confessions through torture and raking in a tidy profit for every “witch” he condemned. It’s a grim tale of fear exploited, justice perverted, and history’s dark appetite for scapegoats. Grab your salt circle—this one’s a rough ride.

It all comes down to this. In the gripping conclusion of our first-ever three-parter, we’re diving headfirst into the grim reality of this real-life monster’s crimes. No more speculation—just the brutal truth of what he did, how he got away with it for so long, and the relentless pursuit that finally brought him down. From the horrifying details of his atrocities to the moment justice came knocking, this episode doesn’t hold back. Join Lee, Josh, and Jen as they dissect the final chapter of this twisted tale—because some monsters aren’t born, they’re made. And sometimes, they walk among us far longer than they should. 🔪 Listener discretion is strongly advised. 🔪 All Video & Audio Edited By Jeremy of Schroeder Audio If you would like to contact The SSOS E mail: [email protected] TikTok : @SSOSpodact Instagram :@secretsocietyoofstangerspod Facebook: Secret Society of Strangers Podcast Merch available - check out our linktree

In Part 2 of our deep dive into the sinister world of H.H. Holmes, we peel back the veneer of charm and sophistication to reveal the calculated cunning of America’s first serial killer. Journey with us into the dark heart of his infamous "Murder Castle," a structure designed not just for living but for the macabre business of death. This episode explores how Holmes exploited the excitement of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition to lure unsuspecting victims to their doom, turning his twisted fantasies into horrifying reality. From secret passages and soundproof rooms to gas chambers and dissection tables, discover how the Murder Castle became a chilling testament to Holmes's grotesque ingenuity and ruthless efficiency in orchestrating murder.

We’re kicking off a massive three-part deep dive into one of the most infamous figures in true crime history—H.H. Holmes. But before we get lost in the halls of his so-called “Murder Castle,” we’re easing into things with a look at the world he was born into. What was America like in the late 1800s? How did young Herman Webster Mudgett become the man we now know as H.H. Holmes? In this episode, we’re peeling back the layers of history, setting the stage for the horrors to come.

Stay tuned for Part 2, where we explore his move to Chicago and the construction of his twisted masterpiece, and Part 3, where we finally dig into his grisly crimes. Buckle up, folks—this one’s going to be a wild ride.

Welcome back, strangers, to another mind-bending journey on "The Secret Society of Strangers." This week, we're slipping through the seams of time itself with tales that defy explanation and challenge our understanding of reality. Join us as we explore three astonishing cases of time slips, where ordinary individuals step into the past—or is it the future?—without ever leaving the present.

First, soar through the skies with Sir Victor Goddard, an RAF pilot who encounters a future that shouldn't exist yet. Next, wander the streets of Kyiv with Sergey Ponomarenko, a man out of time, clutching a camera that captures more than just memories. Finally, unravel the mysterious three-decade disappearance of Vasile Gorgos, a Romanian farmer who returns as if no time had passed at all.

Are these stories of temporal anomalies mere figments of imagination, or are there cracks in the chronological world we believe to be solid? Tune in to ponder the impossible, laugh at the inexplicable, and perhaps feel a shiver as we ask: what if time isn't as linear as it seems?

Subscribe, share, and keep questioning the mysteries of the universe with us. Time may slip, but our search for answers never wavers.

In this chilling episode we journey to the quaint town of West Pittston, Pennsylvania, where the Smurl family's duplex became the nightmarish ground zero for one of the most disturbing hauntings in American history. Between 1974 and 1989, the Smurl household was plagued by a series of increasingly violent supernatural events, from foul odors and disturbing noises to physical attacks and ghostly apparitions. The family reported encounters with multiple spirits that turned their home into a spectral battleground.

Tune in as Lee, Josh, and Jen dissect the harrowing tales of the Smurl Haunting, Was it a case of genuine paranormal activity, or could there have been more earthly, natural explanations behind the phenomena? Tune in and decide for yourself—if you dare.

Before flying saucers, before Tic-Tac UFOs, before government task forces scrambling to explain strange things in the sky—there were the mysterious airships of 1896 and 1897. Reports flooded newspapers across the U.S.: massive, otherworldly crafts, some equipped with bright searchlights, others manned by bizarre humanoids. Were they experimental aircraft, mass hysteria, or something else entirely?

In this episode, we dive into one of history’s earliest recorded UFO flaps and compare it to modern-day UAP sightings and the recent drone phenomena. Are we witnessing the same pattern of strange technology appearing just ahead of its time? And why do these mysterious aerial objects always seem to match the limits of human imagination? Join us as we explore one of history’s greatest unsolved skybound mysteries—because some things never change, they just get new names.

In this gripping episode of "The Secret Society of Strangers," we dive deep into one of history's darkest chapters: the Black Death. We explore the catastrophic impact of the plague that ravaged Europe, wiping out nearly a third of its population in the 14th century. With vivid descriptions and chilling accounts, we paint a picture of a world turned upside down by fear and death.

But our journey doesn't end there. Fast forward to the 17th century, where we meet Samuel Pepys, an English diarist whose writings provide an invaluable window into the life during and after another devastating outbreak—the Great Plague of London. Pepys’s detailed diaries offer a personal and often raw portrayal of the societal upheavals, personal trials, and daily struggles during one of London's most terrifying periods.

Join Lee, Josh, and Jen as they unravel how these two catastrophic events shaped human history and personal lives. From eerie similarities in public responses to intriguing differences in handling the crises, this episode connects the past to the present, reminding us of the enduring human spirit amidst calamity.