In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Finup — the creative force behind Badgerland Legends. A Wisconsin native, author, researcher, speaker, and passionate curator of the Badger State’s strange lore, Jeff has built a massive following by sharing daily stories of forgotten history, hauntings, cryptids, and high strangeness.

We dive deep into Wisconsin’s reputation as a hotspot for high strangeness, exploring why the Badger State seems to attract more than its share of the unexplained. Jeff shares his own incredible personal UFO encounter from 2004, along with his fascinating experiences with synchronicity — those meaningful coincidences that feel too perfectly timed to be random. We discuss what synchronicities might mean, why they occur, and how they often surface during investigations into the unknown.

We also cover the legendary Beast of Bray Road (Wisconsin’s famous werewolf and dogman sightings), memorable UFO landings and close encounters across the state, and the rich Cornish pasty connection — how 19th-century miners from Cornwall, England, and Wales brought their food traditions, superstitions, and tommyknocker folklore to Wisconsin’s lead mining regions.

Packed with compelling storytelling, personal experiences, and thoughtful exploration of the unknown, this episode is a must-listen for anyone fascinated by folklore, the paranormal, and the hidden wonders of Wisconsin. Tune in for a captivating journey through high strangeness in the Badgerland!

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In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Brad Olsen—acclaimed researcher, award-winning author, and intrepid explorer—for an unforgettable deep dive into one of Earth’s most enigmatic frontiers. A captivating speaker and the visionary mind behind the bestselling Esoteric Series, Brad Olsen has authored eleven books that challenge conventional narratives and illuminate hidden truths. His latest, Secrets of Antarctica: The Untold History of the Ice Continent, builds on decades of rigorous investigation and personal adventure. Having journeyed to all seven continents—including a daring sailboat expedition to Antarctica itself—Brad brings unparalleled firsthand insight to the table.

We plunge into Antarctica’s veiled past: rumored Nazi sites, Admiral Richard Byrd’s groundbreaking expeditions and their profound implications, and the persistent legends of Hollow Earth, inner-world civilizations, and possible ancient or lost continents. Brad masterfully unpacks the Antarctic Treaty—exploring why every major global power united to establish it and why the continent remains heavily restricted to independent explorers and civilians. Why are vast swaths of this frozen realm strictly off-limits? What extraordinary discoveries lie beneath the ice? And what vital secrets are world governments determined to protect?

From suppressed archaeological finds and forbidden zones to paradigm-shifting theories that question everything we think we know about our planet’s history and geography, this conversation delivers electrifying revelations, compelling evidence, and lingering mysteries that will ignite your sense of wonder. Whether you’re fascinated by hidden history, ancient civilizations, conspiracy realities, or the frontiers of human knowledge, this is an episode you simply cannot miss.

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Join us for a mesmerizing deep dive into the spiritual realms of the Pacific Northwest in this unforgettable episode! We sit down with Thomas (Tom) Sewid, the renowned Kwakwaka’wakw/Cree knowledge keeper, Native Watchman, Sasquatch investigator, and founder of the popular Sasquatch Island community. From his home on Vancouver Island and the rugged Broughton Archipelago, Tom brings decades of firsthand cultural insight, traditional storytelling, and personal encounters that bridge the seen and unseen worlds.

In this powerful conversation, Tom illuminates the profound Native American significance of killer whales (orcas)—known in Kwakwaka’wakw tradition as Max’inux—as more than majestic ocean predators. He reveals how these beings are revered as leaders, guardians, and the transformed spirits of ancestors who have passed on, carrying their wisdom and protective presence into the undersea realm.

Listen as Thomas shares his awe-inspiring personal experiences swimming with these incredible creatures, the deep connections he’s forged in the wild, and the spiritual bonds that link Native culture to the ocean’s most intelligent residents. From ancient legends to living traditions, discover how orcas embody family, harmony, protection, and the eternal cycle of life—watchers and guides who continue to look after their people from beneath the waves.

Whether you’re drawn to Indigenous knowledge, marine mysteries, or soul-stirring stories of interconnection, this episode will leave you with a renewed sense of wonder and respect for the natural and spiritual worlds we share. Thomas Sewid’s storytelling is raw, heartfelt, and transformative—you won’t want to miss it!

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In this captivating episode, we sit down with Max Hawthorne—Amazon bestselling author, acclaimed screenwriter, cryptid researcher, and relentless truth seeker.

Best known for his award-winning Kronos Rising series, Hawthorne has thrilled readers worldwide with his paleo-fiction/horror novels featuring massive prehistoric sea creatures. Born in Brooklyn, New York, and raised in Philadelphia, he earned a degree in Film & Animation from the University of the Arts. He is also the author of Memoirs of a Gym Rat, a hard-hitting nonfiction exposé of the health club industry. Often hailed as the “Prince of Paleo-Fiction,” Hawthorne commands a passionate global following for his gripping marine monster thrillers.

Today, Max shares his most personal and extraordinary real-life encounters, including a close-range sighting of a Bigfoot-like creature swimming in a Connecticut lake while fishing with his brothers in the 1990s, a stunning UFO encounter during a holiday in the Philippines, and a mysterious fairy-like being that he and his daughter both witnessed—unforgettable experiences that defy easy explanation.

Join us for a captivating conversation with one of the world’s most renowned monster authors as he opens up about cryptid encounters and the unknown.

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What happens when a brush with lightning doesn’t end in tragedy—but ignites something extraordinary?

In this compelling episode, we sit down with Andy Bednarz, a man whose life was profoundly transformed after being struck by lightning. Rather than tragedy, the event awakened heightened senses that allow him to perceive the world in remarkable new ways: hearing the subtle electrical hum of household appliances, the resonant vibrations of walls around him, and even distinct acoustic signatures emanating from certain graves in cemeteries.

Yet Andy’s story stretches far beyond that singular lightning strike. From childhood onward, he has encountered a lifetime of high strangeness—from shadowy entities and the enigmatic “White Hat Man,” to a growling giant black dog, and a deeply moving communication with a deceased relative. He has experienced what he believes was a spiritual intervention that saved his life on a notoriously dangerous road known for fatal bike accidents, been stalked by an invisible breathing presence, and witnessed a colossal triangular UFO the size of three football fields.

Blending the paranormal, the electromagnetic, and the deeply personal, Andy’s journey provides a rare and fascinating glimpse into a reality where the boundary between the ordinary and the extraordinary is remarkably thin.

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Most paranormal investigators set out with one clear mission: to capture compelling evidence of a spiritual realm—whether ghosts, UFOs, or cryptids.

Our guest today, Chris Whitehouse, took the exact opposite path.

From a young age, Chris was drawn to high strangeness and had his own unsettling personal experiences. Driven by a deeply skeptical mindset, he dedicated himself to proving the paranormal wasn’t real—that science could fully explain the mysterious phenomena so many people encounter.

For over 15 years, he rigorously researched and investigated countless cases. Yet instead of debunking the paranormal, his extensive work led him to the opposite conclusion: the paranormal is very real.

Even with his newfound belief, Chris maintains a sharp skeptical approach. Alongside his team, he uses a number of different methods to capture evidence, such as Ouija board sessions, which have provided some incredible evidence of communication with otherworldly phenomena. During one extraordinary investigation, Chris experienced a profound connection that provided irrefutable personal proof of the spiritual realm—one that would continue to prove to him and his team that they had communicated with the other side.

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In this captivating episode, we welcome Christopher Rippey for a compelling conversation about his extraordinary childhood growing up in a haunted family home in California.

Built by his grandfather on once-undeveloped farmland, the house became the stage for a series of unexplained phenomena that would mark Rippey’s early years. From mysterious apparitions witnessed by multiple family members to unsettling encounters that defied logic, Christopher shares how these events unfolded in a place where no one else had ever lived—raising profound questions about what might linger on a property with deep roots in the land.

As the encounters progress, the conversation takes a darker turn as Christopher opens up about his father’s lifelong struggle with demonic possession. From his earliest memories, his father battled forces that tormented him daily, manifesting in ways that shook the entire family. Rippey recounts how his father was offered a demonic deal — a pact that promised relief from the constant oppression in exchange for something far greater. With raw honesty, Christopher reveals that he himself was later presented with the very same offer, forcing him to confront the same terrifying choice his father had faced for decades.

With honesty and vivid detail, Rippey reflects on a world where the veil between the seen and unseen is remarkably thin — and where the battle for one’s soul can become an inherited reality. This is a gripping tale of family, fear, resilience, and the unknown.

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In this captivating episode, we sit down with Greg Ogles — an acclaimed filmmaker, producer, and seasoned paranormal/cryptid investigator renowned for his gripping, documentary-style explorations of Bigfoot, interdimensional portals, and other unexplained phenomena.

As the founder of Relic Films Media, Greg has produced several compelling films, including:
•  The Legend of the Downey Booger — investigating a notorious Bigfoot-like creature in Alabama
•  The Land Between the Lakes
•  The Vanished (released 2025–2026)

Greg takes us deep into one of the most unsettling mysteries of the American wilderness: the startling number of people — including highly experienced outdoorsmen — who vanish without a trace. What really happens to them? Could the answers lie beyond conventional explanation?
From elusive Sasquatch encounters to chilling interactions with The Rake, ghostly entities, mysterious orbs, and possible portal phenomena, Greg shares extraordinary firsthand accounts and groundbreaking evidence captured during his investigations. His documentaries present some of the most compelling visual proof ever recorded in the field of the paranormal.

Prepare for a thought-provoking conversation that blurs the line between the natural and the supernatural. If you’re fascinated by Bigfoot, missing persons cases, or the unexplained, this episode is not to be missed.

Vanished without a trace in The Smokey Mountains…. Their final moments raised more questions than answers… and the deeper we looked, the stranger the story became.

Disembodied voices, paranormal activity, and unexplained phenomena.

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Join us for a gripping conversation with JJ, host of the Southern Demonology Podcast, as he shares a truly extraordinary perspective forged at the crossroads of two vastly different worlds.

Raised in rural Tennessee, JJ’s paranormal journey began with haunting encounters inside an old Appalachian log cabin. Yet it was his time living in Japan—immersed in the vibrant streets of Tokyo and beyond—that profoundly deepened his understanding of the unseen. Blending firsthand experiences with rigorous study of global folklore, JJ brings a rare combination of intellectual depth, cultural insight, and open-minded curiosity to the world of the paranormal.

In this episode, we explore the striking contrasts between Eastern and Western approaches to spirits, demons, ghosts, and supernatural beings. How do cultural beliefs, religious traditions, and societal norms shape the way these entities manifest, interact with humans, and are perceived? From vengeful yūrei and mischievous yokai to demonic forces and residual hauntings common in Western lore, this discussion reveals how history, geography, and worldview can influence our encounters with the unknown.

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Step into the shadowy realm where myth and history collide. For centuries, Britain’s most enduring legends have blurred the line between folklore and fact—but what if the truth behind them is more astonishing than the stories themselves?

In this compelling episode, we sit down with Mark Olly—acclaimed writer, presenter, archaeologist, musician, producer, and artist. Also known for hosting the popular series Lost Treasures and for his appearances on Ancient Aliens, Mark brings a sharp eye for detail and decades of meticulous research to uncover the real people and events behind Britain’s iconic legends. From Roman Britain to the Viking Age, he pieces together hard evidence that transforms our understanding of the past.

Today, Mark takes us deep into the legend of Robin Hood—the outlaw hero who stole from the rich and gave to the poor. Immortalized in countless films and tales, this enigmatic figure has captivated audiences for generations. But who was the real Robin Hood? Mark shares his groundbreaking research, revealing surprising historical connections and shedding new light on one of Britain’s most beloved icons.

We also explore one of history’s most mysterious and controversial artifacts: the Shroud of Turin. This ancient 14-foot linen cloth bears the faint, haunting negative image of a crucified man. Housed in Turin’s Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and venerated by millions, it continues to spark intense debate. Mark presents his in-depth research into the Shroud’s remarkable history, the miracles associated with it, and the compelling evidence that challenges both skeptics and believers alike.

Join us for a fascinating journey that bridges archaeology, history, and mystery.

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