Lunatic Soup

👽 Tiny, creepy, and somehow unforgettable... this week we're talking about the infamous Dover Demon . 👀 This bizarre little cryptid has been terrifying (or at least confusing) people in Dover, Massachusetts for decades. The wildest part? Multiple people reported seeing the same strange creature—and their sketches all looked eerily similar. 😳 Is it an alien? A cryptid? A sleep-deprived raccoon?...

Join us for a wild ride in this episode of Lunatic Soup, where we dive into the strange and spooky world of demon encounters! From ghostly sightings to chilling experiences, we share personal stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, these tales of the unknown are sure to intrigue you!

This week on Lunatic Soup , we dig into the real 1949 case that inspired The Exorcist : the exorcism of the boy long known as “Roland Doe.” We break down the documented events from Maryland to St. Louis, the priests’ eyewitness accounts, the diary entries, the medical theories, and the decades‑long secrecy surrounding the boy now believed to be Ronald Hunkeler. From moving furniture to unexplained...

This is a dark one, today we delve into the shadowy history of demonology—the study of demons, devils, and the infernal forces that have haunted human belief for millennia. From ancient Mesopotamian spirits to the medieval grimoires that cataloged hell’s hierarchy, we trace how different cultures have named, feared, and tried to control the unseen. Was demonology a spiritual science, a tool of rel...

This week on Lunatic Soup we are re-airing one of our favorite episodes... The Bell Witch of Tennessee! Join us as we discuss  this legendary poltergeist case, where disembodied voices, mysterious attacks, and a vengeful spirit named "Kate" plagued a pioneer family. We'll talk about this spooky story and discuss if it was a vengeful witch, a mischievous prankster, or something else entirely? Liste...

This week on Lunatic Soup , we’re heading to New York where women were also accused of being witches for...existing. From accusations of magic and demonic possession to political chaos, religious fear, and suspiciously dramatic neighbors, we’re diving into the forgotten history of the New York witch trials happening around the same time Salem was losing its collective mindSo grab your emotional su...

The Witch of Pungo takes center stage in this week’s Lunatic Soup as we dive into the life, legend, and lingering mystery of Grace Sherwood—the Virginia woman accused of bewitching neighbors, ruining crops, shapeshifting into a cat, and conjuring storms before being subjected to a trial by ducking in 1706. We explore who Sherwood really was beneath the folklore, how a tangle of superstition and co...

This week we dive into the only homicide case in U.S. history where the defense basically shrugged and said, “Hey, don’t look at us — look at the demon.” We unpack the Glatzel family’s claims, the Warrens’ very enthusiastic involvement, the exorcisms that may or may not have happened, and the day Arne Johnson stabbed his landlord after what witnesses described as “a very weird argument.” From cour...

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This week on Lunatic Soup , we unpack the strange rise of the Dybbuk Box — the internet’s most infamous haunted object. We trace how a simple wine cabinet bought at an estate sale became a viral horror legend, how Jewish folklore was reshaped into a modern creepypasta, and why the story exploded once it landed in Zach Bagans’ (Dildo himself’s) Haunted Museum. From Kevin Mannis’ confession to Post...

This week on Lunatic Soup , we dive into the extraordinary and controversial world of Chris Bledsoe, the North Carolina experiencer whose encounters with orbs, entities, and a mysterious figure he calls The Lady have drawn the attention of NASA scientists, intelligence officials, and half the UFO community. We break down the Cape Fear sightings, the government interest, the prophecies tied to Regu...

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...