Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Podcast

It's time for a new monthly segment! On the fourth Friday of every month, you can expect Bizarre News and Blind Rankings. This month in Bizarre News, we discuss a wide variety of topics. From a puzzling earthquake in Turkey followed by a dazzling display of UFOs, to a mysterious neon blue cloud hovering over Quincy, Massachusetts, we explore the strange and the supernatural. But that's not all! We...

The Contorting Entity HugoIt's listener submission time again! The listener has requested to stay anonymous, so as always, we got a Sophia story! From a young age, Sophia possessed an innate sensitivity to the paranormal, able to sense the emotions and energy of those around her, including spirits. Despite her belief in ghosts, she had never directly encountered a shadow person until she was 12 or...

This week on Believing the Bizarre we have three incredibly alien encounters that took place in France. Our first story takes place in the summer of 1944, when 13-year-old Madeleine Arnoux was on a bicycle ride to pick up food from a nearby farm. During a brief rest in a meadow, she stumbled upon a strange, metallic craft and tiny humanoid creatures dressed in brown one-piece suits. Frozen in fear...

We are so excited to interview the paranormal podcaster himself, Jim Harold. Another Northeast Ohio paranormal podcaster, Jim Harold is a podcasting pioneer - starting all the way back in 2005.In this interview, we get into why he got into podcasting, some of his favorite stories, any campfire stories that were less than believable to him, retro causality, and more. Jim Harold hosts the Paranormal...

Trigger Warning - Animal abuse and suicide The Haunting of Monte Cristo Homestead: Australia's Most Haunted HouseIn the heart of Junee, nestled between Sydney and Melbourne, lies the Monte Cristo Homestead – a place that has earned the reputation of being Australia's most haunted house. The history of this eerie residence dates back to 1885 when Christopher William Crawley, a wealthy farmer and fo...

The Rotenburg CannibalTRIGGER WARNINGThis episode contains GRAPHIC VIOLENCE/GORE*Armin Meiwes, known as the Rotenburg Cannibal, claimed that his fascination with cannibalism began during his adolescent years, sparked by the fairy tale "Hansel and Gretel." As a tech-savvy individual, Meiwes discovered online communities where people shared their fantasies about cannibalism and even their desire to...

Guardian AngelsFrom ancient Judaic texts to modern esoteric beliefs, the concept of guardian angels - divine entities assigned to watch over humans - has captivated cultures across the ages. Explore the origins of this widespread phenomenon tracing back to the Babylonians and Assyrians. We discuss the hierarchies and ranks of angels described in Christianity, from the supreme Seraphim and Cherubim...

Welcome to another episode of Believing the Bizarre! It is Listener Submission time, which you know what that means: creepy and personal stories sent to us from listeners! In this episode, we follow Travis and Brittney's stories. Travis encounters an abandoned hut, a strange grave, and a weird pentagram with candles in the woods near a concrete junkyard. Brittney discusses some of her family haunt...

Glitches in the MatrixThis whole "glitch in the matrix" thing has been freaking people out ever since that 1999 movie The Matrix came out. The idea is that our reality isn't real - it's just a simulation. Like, are we actually just minds trapped in bodies, or are we code in some crazy digital world? It really makes you think about whether we even exist or not. Within this supposed simulated realit...

The Legend of BigfootYou've heard the whispers, seen the blurry footage, and maybe even felt a chill run down your spine in the deep woods. Yeah, we're talking about Bigfoot – the legendary creature that's captured millions of imaginations worldwide. But what exactly is this beast, and why does it keep evading scientific proof? Let's dive into the lore surrounding this elusive beast. Bigfoot, aka...

Listener Submission Collection: Vol 7This collection includes four listener submissions of haunting stories. Dare to venture down the infamous Clinton Road, where reality blurs and the supernatural reigns. This desolate, winding stretch in northern New Jersey has spawned countless chilling tales - from an unsolved 1983 murder to whispers of occult rituals at the ominous "Ghost Boy Bridge."Prepare...

The Cardiff Haunting of Pete the PoltergeistIn the bustling streets of Cardiff, Wales, during the 1980s, an unassuming lawn mower repair shop became the stage for an extraordinary series of events. John Matthews, owner of Mower Services, found himself thrust into a world of the paranormal alongside his brother-in-law Fred and friend Ian. What started as a seemingly innocuous day of repairing mower...

Back in 1994, something really weird happened at a little elementary school called Ariel School in Ruwa, Zimbabwe. It was just a normal day at this small rural school with only 62 students. But then, during their morning break time, while the teachers were in a meeting, some of the kids saw something crazy in the sky. They said a flat, disc-shaped thing came down from the sky and landed on a hill...

It's time for another Creature Feature! These are Listener Submission Collections that are specifically about cryptids and creatures rather than ghosts or aliens. In this third installment, we have a handful of creepy and unsettling encounters with creatures our listeners have bumped into in the dead of night. But, are they believable? Listen now. Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get ton...

Zozo: The Ouija Board DemonZozo, the notorious demon associated with Ouija board encounters, stands out among supernatural entities for its alleged malevolent deeds. From documented cases like Darren Evans' ordeal to historical accounts of terrorized individuals, Zozo's presence looms large in paranormal lore, even inspiring cinematic portrayals such as the possessed character in "The Exorcist."Th...

The Exeter UFO IncidentIt was around 3am on September 3rd, 1965. This guy named Norman was hitchhiking home to Exeter, New Hampshire, after visiting his girlfriend in Massachusetts. Just a normal night, right? Well, things took a crazy turn when Norman was walking along Route 50 near a local farm owned by a guy named Mr. Dining. Up ahead, Norman noticed these five red flashing lights hovering over...

Would you notice if there was a paranormal force controlling you? Is it possible for a vacant space to invite in evil? It's listener submission time again and we have two creepy and unsettling stories for you. Listen now. Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon. For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:In...

It's time for another installment of Cursed Games - the paranormal and creepy games that could certainly lead to unsettling outcomes. In this episode, we dive into four spooky games: Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board, The Answer Man, Three Kings, and Dry Bones. Would you ever play a potentially paranormal game? We even found a few encounter stories to go along with learning these potentially cu...

Unveiling the Filipino Haunting: Exploring the ManananggalOriginating from ancient Filipino folklore long before the Spanish colonization, the Manananggal is a haunting creature deeply embedded in the country's mythology. The name, derived from the Tagalog word meaning "to separate," represents a sub-type of the Aswang, a broader category encompassing various shape-shifting malevolent entities in...

When you're living in an old, century home, it's hard not to wonder whether or not spirits are occupying your space with you. In today's episode, we have two listener submissions about paranormal and creepy encounters that they have witnessed in their century homes (fun fact - one of these listeners is my wife!) But how believable are these hauntings? Listen now. Patreon: Support Believing the Biz...

The Dark Watchers | Paranormal Podcast For a long time, the mysterious tall figures known as the Dark Watchers have been part of the stories and legends of the Santa Lucia Mountains in Central California. These huge beings, anywhere from 8 to 15 feet tall, have captured the imagination of locals and historians, with their origins tracing back to the myths of native tribes like the Chumash people. ...

On January 1st, 2024, law enforcement was notified that teenagers were causing a riot inside a downtown Miami mall with sticks and fireworks. However, what residents outside the mall witnessed was an intensive police response that many watchers claimed they'd never seen in their lives. It seemed that whatever was happening at the mall, which completely shut down the street with rows and rows of po...

Do stars truly play a role in our fate? Is it possible for constellations to actually predict the future? In this episode, we dive into astrology and whether or not we believe celestial objects can affect events in our day-to-day lives. Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon. For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on...

The Mojave UFO IncidentSteve and Dawn Hess wanted to get away from their busy lives for a bit. They were a married couple looking for some peaceful alone time together. So they decided to go camping in the Mojave Desert. Their plan was to just chill out under the big desert sky without any noise or distractions. But little did they know, their little camping trip was about to get really weird and...

The Legend of KrampusThe creepy legend of Krampus has been around for centuries, originating way back in southern Germany, the Swiss Alps, and Western Austria. He's like the chilling opposite of the jolly Santa Claus. Krampus is described as this devilish, horned figure with cloven hooves, symbolizing the harsh winters and struggles for survival in the Alps. Standing a towering 8 to 9 feet tall, w...