Strange Things with Chris James

What is going on behind some people's eyes. They don't want to look at those around them. It is said, the eyes are windows to the sole. Can you really see what is going on in a person's mind by looking into their eyes. What happens if you stare into someone's eye for several minutes. How about recognizing criminals just by looking in their eyes.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spr...

In January 2024 a bunch of giant aliens went shopping at an open air mall in Florida. The videos were all over the internet followed by stories of this being a bunch of kids gone wild. Nothing to see here, pay no attention to the man behind the curtain. What was really going on in Miami? Would aliens go shopping on the first of the year, or any time for that matter. Here are my theories and nothin...

Over the years people have encountered creatures with human bodies and heads of some other being. Some of these creatures had the heads of humans and the bodies of animals. Here are a few sightings of things that shouldn't be found on our planet.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-things-with-chris-james--4931876/support .

As I was searching for other things, like the Luisiana Whistler, I came across several stories I just had to go into further. Things like what ever happened to Rudolf Diesel, the inventor of the engine. How about Ireland's Vanishing Triangle. The Circleville Writer, and the Catman of Greenock. There are some strange things going on around us.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreak...

Some kids get a toy, play with it for a while, and move on to the next thing. Others get a toy, and it becomes part of their life. What happens when too much emotion is poured into an inanimate object. Where does all that energy go? There are many stories of dols becoming something other than a toy.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-things-with-chris-jam...

Shortly after the American Civil War, folks began to enjoy the yellow fruit from South America. Bananas became very popular yet hard to find. They had to e grown, harvested, shipped, and purchased, all before they got too ripe to eat. When Costa Rica needed a railroad, the construction was traded for land. Soon bananas could be found in every store. So why did the CIA get involved in the process o...

People report encountering staircases in the middle of nowhere. These stairs go, up, or down, but there is never any structure for them to allow access to. Some of these steps are old and falling apart, while others look as if built yesterday. Is this just a hoax or is there something sinister going on in the deep, dark, woods.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/...

Carlos Casteneda wrote many books on subjects such as Indian teachings, using peyote to enhance the mind, transcendental meditation. He told people he was born in Brazil, yet he was from Peru. He told about his time learning from an old Indian named Don Juan, who was very wise in the ways of magic. In his books he talked about being able to turn into a bird and fly. He could walk through walls, an...

There are some people out there who still claim Columbus discovered America. WE still celebrate his day with parades. Washington DC is named for him. There is an enormous pile of evidence showing others from Europe and Asia were here first. Let's take a look at some of the people who should be credited with finding our country.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/...

For centuries people have been finding livestock killed in mysterious ways. Sometimes there is little to no damage. Other times parts have been removed with precise incisions. Bodies are found completely drained of blood. There have been humans found as well.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-things-with-chris-james--4931876/support .

Some people believe the Earth is flat. They say this is the real reason we don't fall off the sides. Any photographic evidence is declared fake. Folks have gone to great lengths and expenses to prove we stand on a disc instead of a globe. Here are some of the ideas you van ponder and decide what you think.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-things-with-ch...

We have some folks living in Laredo that seem to be existing in their own private world. They talk to people the rest of us can't see. They behave in a manner most of us consider crazy. There are way too many Street People considering the size and location.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-things-with-chris-james--4931876/support .

Here is a humorous little video sent to me by Vic Hermanson, of Trailer Trash Terrors, and Paranormal Rundown. I've been saying Organic Man Coffee Trike is the best coffee in the universe, it would appear I'm right.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-things-with-chris-james--4931876/support .

Where does our mind go, late at night, while we slumber? Many cultures believe dreams come from the gods. Some dreams might be warnings of bad things in our futures. Here is what I could find about how our minds can be entertaining, or confusing.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-things-with-chris-james--4931876/support .

here aren't many companies that have their own army and navy. The East India Co. was granted the power to seize land, ships, and enslave people. They shipped tons of opium into China to control the public. They invaded parts of India in the name of making money. There never was, and hopefully never will be, a company like it.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/st...

Many years ago, I was a paramedic. I had many hours of training in both emergency departments and ambulances before I became a Wilderness Medic. Here are some of the weird. unexpected, things I encountered while trying to save lives without getting killed.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-things-with-chris-james--4931876/support .

In times of war, people see and do unimaginable things. The rules no longer seem to apply. People have reported seeing and doing things the folks back home consider unbelievable. Here are a few stories from Europe during the conflict.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-things-with-chris-james--4931876/support .

In the 1500s, European sailors and explorers reported encountering giants, some up to twelve feet tall, in Patagonia, the southern tip of South America. The folks back home thought they were seeing things or outright lying. A giant was captured to take back as evidence, but it broke lose while out at sea. The crew was forced to kill him. The body was mummified using salt. When people saw this unbe...

Some kids have invisible friends that come and play with them. Sometimes these friends are seen by others. Are these being all in the mind, or is there more to it. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-things-with-chris-james--4931876/support .

I was asked about the Albatwitch, and the Vegetable Man. I'd never heard of either, so I did what I do, I researched. The Albatwitch is a small, hairy creature that eats apples. The Vegetable Man was an alien that attacked a man in 1975. I also looked into the Beast of Bladenboro, the Dark Watchers, and the Hodag.  Here are some little-known encounters with the strange.  Become a supporter of this...

People have seen some weird things on our planet. Things the scientists say don't exist. Yet, people see them. Here are some things to watch out for, as you go about your day to day existence. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-things-with-chris-james--4931876/support .

For thousands of years people have seen and wrote about, huge flying creatures that looked and sounded like dragons. Some feared these monsters while others considered them a part of nature. Listen up and see what you think. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-things-with-chris-james--4931876/support .

Right around 1915, the folks in Hollywood began working with the government to get the United States Citizens, ready to go to war. This endeavor continued during World War II. The military found recruitment improved when people were shown war movies. At some point, the people in Hollywood began disguising truth with fiction. Putting out secret projects as fiction so people would get the two confus...

How does dowsing, or using a pendulum work? Is there any real benefit in lucky charms? Why do people fear Friday the 13? I'll look into whether there is magic involved or is this some natural phenomena. 42 has more significance than Douglas Adams thought. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-things-with-chris-james--4931876/support .

For thousands of years people have been seeing creatures in or near the water that look like half human, half fish beings. Some have described them as monsters, that had huge mouths filled with sharp teeth. Others say these creatures were beautiful females. With so many sightings we have to wonder, is there a race living in the oceans that just might see us as a food source. Become a supporter of...