Lunatic Soup

This week on Lunatic Soup , we dive into the strange digital afterlife of Tartaria — an alleged lost empire that became one of the internet’s favorite conspiracy worlds. We trace how a region on old maps morphed into a full‑blown online mythology filled with mud floods, giants, impossible architecture, and AI‑generated evidence. From Victorian world’s fairs to TikTok timelines, we unravel why Tart...

This week on Lunatic Soup we have a Wild, Weird and Unknown about people who claim to have lived in a haunted house!  We pulled stories straight from the depths of the interne. From phantom footsteps to dreams turned into reality, these firsthand accounts are as eerie as they are unforgettable. Join us this week for some spooky stories!

This week we tear into the shadowy world of Irish werewolf legends. From the eerie stories of the Faoladh, said to be protectors rather than monsters, to the chilling accounts of Werewolves of Ossory, cursed to roam in wolf form, we unravel how werewolf lore across cultures may be more than just folklore. Why do so many regions share eerily similar stories of human-to-beast transformation? And who...

Dive headfirst into absolute chaos this week on Lunatic Soup, where we unravel the bizarre tale of “Gerald” the dolphin—yes, the dolphin who allegedly kidnapped a Florida man and dragged him under water to construct their… recreation center. What starts as a strange marine story spirals into something much deeper as we explore why NASA has quietly studied dolphin intelligence for decades… and whet...

Uncover the chilling legend of the Irish vampire that predates Dracula — the Abertach. Was he a cursed warlord, a fairy tyrant, or the embodiment of Ireland’s ancient fears? And what if the stories are more real than we think? In this episode, we dive deep into Irish folklore, exploring how a diminutive chieftain transformed into a sinister revenant demanding blood – and how his story might have i...

You said: please turn this into a funny cpation for the podcast epissode where we did a watch party about the documentary "The Age of Disclosure" In this engaging conversation, the hosts reflect on personal experiences, including the loss of a beloved icon and the activism of the next generation. They delve into the intriguing world of UAPs (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena), discussing government se...

In this lively episode, the hosts discuss a variety of topics ranging from the excitement of the Super Bowl to the concept of past lives and reincarnation. They share personal anecdotes, humorous jokes, and delve into the mysteries of the Mandela Effect. The conversation flows through their experiences with cocktail events, children's past life memories, and the intriguing stories of the Pollock t...

In this episode of Lunatic Soup, we unravel the strange legend of the Moon-Eyed People, pale nocturnal beings said to have lived in Appalachia before European settlers. Were they ancient Welsh or European descendants, fae, aliens, or something more cryptid in nature? Known for avoiding sunlight, moving by moonlight, and sometimes causing mischief—or danger—these figures blur the line between folkl...

Lunatic Soup is having a watch party! Today we dive headfirst into the eerie world of The Blackwell Ghost; Part 2 . Join us for a watch party as we dissect this spine-chilling "documentary”.  Is it a genuine paranormal exposé or a masterclass in cinematic deception? Grab your favorite spooky snack, dim the lights, and prepare to question everything you see (and hear) on screen.

Lunatic Soup is having a watch party! Today we dive headfirst into the eerie world of The Blackwell Ghost; Part 1 . Join us for a watch party as we dissect this spine-chilling "documentary”.  Is it a genuine paranormal exposé or a masterclass in cinematic deception? Grab your favorite spooky snack, dim the lights, and prepare to question everything you see (and hear) on screen.

Season 4 of Lunatic Soup launches the only way we know how: with technical disasters, unhinged laughter, birthday chaos, and a deep dive into one of America’s weirdest legends — Champ, the Lake Champlain Monster . In this episode, we spiral straight into cryptid lore, folklore, and paranormal history as we explore the 400-year mystery of Champ, Lake Champlain’s very own lake monster. From Native A...

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Merry Christmas! Today, we slip into the icy shadows of Alpine legend to uncover the true story of the winter goddess, Frau Perchta. Long before she was painted as a terrifying, belly-slitting crone, Perchta was a revered figure of winter’s balance—a guardian of hard work, rest, and the turning of the year. We trace her roots back to Frau Holle and the ancient pagan traditions that honored her, th...

On this Wild, Weird & Unknown edition of Lunatic Soup , we’re diving into the unsettling world of haunted objects —those wide-eyed porcelain faces and vintage toys that carry something far darker than childhood nostalgia. From Reddit confessionals to corners of the internet where people swear their dolls move, figures appear in mirrors, or random objects come to life, we’ll be reading and reac...

In this Spooky States episode of Lunatic Soup , we head into the haunted heart of Colorado, where the Rocky Mountains loom over ghost towns, cursed mines, and restless spirits. From the eerie elegance of the Stanley Hotel that inspired The Shining , to phantom miners wandering around old hotels, to city parts that were once cemeteries. Colorado holds some of the most chilling tales in the West. Jo...

This week on Lunatic Soup, Meg and Reyna chase down the Brown Lady of Raynham Hall like two sleep-deprived raccoons sniffing out haunted garbage. These two lunatics dive into the story of a chilling encounter with the Brown Lady of Raynham Hall, exploring the eerie details of the apparition and the historical context surrounding this famous ghost story. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when yo...

This week, Meg and Reyna crash the Orting Masquerade Ball, and the ghosts show up too. Tune in for eerie encounters, creepy confessions, and the kind of chaos only the Lunatic Soup ladies can stir up.

This week on Lunatic Soup , we check into one of America’s most haunted hotels—the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Built in 1886 as a luxurious mountain getaway, the Crescent has lived many lives: from a resort to a women’s college to a hospital run by Norman Baker, a notorious conman who claimed he could cure cancer. With its history of tragedy, deception, and restless spirits, it’s n...

Today we are going to dive into one of Britain's strangest and most unsettling hauntings- The Battersea Poltergeist.  Starting in 1956 a quiet South London Family home erupted with eerie bangs, flying objects spontaneous fires and disturbing messages scribbled on the walls.  All these happenings seemed to be centered around the family’s 15 year old daughter, Shirley.  Nicknamed “Donald”, this misc...

In this spine-tingling episode of Lunatic Soup , we confront the terrifying legend of El Cucuy —the shadowy figure whispered about to keep children in line but feared by adults just the same. Known as the boogeyman of Latin American folklore, El Cucuy is said to lurk in the dark, hiding in closets, under beds, or just beyond the corner of your vision, waiting to snatch the disobedient. We’ll explo...

Join Meg and Reyna along with their Australian paranormal corespondent, Sausage, as they discuss all things wild, weird and unknown down under!

Today we are diving into the legend of La Llorona, the Weeping Woman whose cries have echoed through generations across Latin America.  From her tragic origins as a grieving and abused mother, to a woman cursed to wanter the earth in search of her lost children.  We will talk about similar figures throughout history, and even eye witness accounts. Are you brave enough to learn of this terrifying t...

This week on Lunatic Soup , we’re stirring up the chilling tale of Janet Horne , the so-called Last Witch of Scotland . In 1727, Janet was accused of witchcraft in the Highlands, condemned, and burned alive—her tragic fate marking the final execution of its kind in Scotland. But was she truly a sorceress, or simply a victim of fear, superstition, and a society desperate to root out shadows in the...

Today we are going to dig into the dark, moss-covered history of Northern State Hospital , once one of Washington State’s largest and most self-sustaining psychiatric asylums. Built in 1912 and shuttered in the 1970s, its sprawling campus still holds decaying farm buildings, underground tunnels, and a forgotten cemetery marked only by numbers. With rumors of experimental treatments, patient abuse,...

Today is a witchy one- we are going to unravel The Paradox of Witches —a tale of power, persecution, and the ever-shifting role of the witch through history. Using the Maiden, Mother, Crone archetypes as our guide, we explore how witches have been feared and revered, seen as both healers and heretics, protectors and threats. Are witches a symbol of defiance, a scapegoat for society’s fears, or som...