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The ancient roots of the Yeti take center stage as Himalayan lore, early explorers, and evolving sightings shape the creature’s enduring legend. Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater then uncover the surprising twist—how the myth briefly collided with Jimmy Stewart in one of cryptid history’s strangest real-life moments Yeti, the Hollywood Curveball - Monsters Lounge Podcast Find all Monsters Lounge info...

A medium at the very start of her journey brings raw, unfiltered tales of her earliest ghost searches and readings. Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater sit down with Sherry Boroto to explore what it means to be brand-new in a world full of spirits. Ghosts, Guts, & Beginners Luck - Monsters Lounge Podcast Sherry Boroto's link: https://www.whispersofemerald.com/ Find all Monsters Lounge info and l...

Something is stirring in the deep woods — and this week, we’re following the tracks. Hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater sit down with Jason Kenzie — producer of Searching for Sasquatch, world-traveling adventurer, animal photojournalist, and published author. From eerie howls echoing through the midnight forest to shadowy figures caught just out of frame, Jason shares his most chilling encounters...

Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater are back with the third installment of their deep dive into the weirdest paper ever printed — Weekly World News. From alien murders to rampaging sea monsters, the duo unpacks the most bizarre, hilarious, and surprisingly eerie headlines to ever grace supermarket checkout lines. Tune in for skeptical laughter, spooky speculation, and a reminder that sometimes the stran...

Whispers in the walls. Shadows that move on their own. A family pushed to the brink. Join Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater as they explore the true story of the Smurl Haunting with guest Maxim W. Furek, author and investigator. Together, they peel back the layers of this chilling case to reveal how one family’s nightmare became a touchstone in the history of exorcism—and why its echoes still haunt us...

An unforgettable journey through time, tragedy, and the otherworldly. This week, Valerie Zell, a seasoned investigator and historian joins hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater to reveal the chilling truths and ghostly encounters tied to one of the most haunted sites in American history: Gettysburg. From spectral soldiers to searching for the nature of belief, we dive deep into the paranormal residu...

A strange shadow overhead. An odd alliance between weird occurrences. This episode dives headfirst into the foggy world of high strangeness—where logic breaks down and the bizarre takes over. Special guest Steve Berg joins hosts Jeni Monroe & Tressa Slater with a deep love for the unexplained, and together they unpack everything from glitchy synchronicities to encounters that defy reality. Buc...

Lumberjack legends and shadowy creatures haunt the dense forests of the Great Lakes—where folklore breathes and monsters still roam. This week, Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater welcome Kevin Lee Nelson, folklorist and seeker of the strange who grew up steeped in Wisconsin’s wilderness myths. From hidden symbols in high strangeness to forgotten tales of American folk-magic, discover how ancient lore c...

A chilling séance in a house steeped in spiritual history. In this spine-tingling episode, your hosts dive deep into the infamous Roff House—site of the 19th-century "Watseka Wonder" possession—with the team behind a daring documentary filmed during a real séance held there last year. Paranormal investigators Neal Gibbons and psychic medium DeEtte Ranae join Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater...

Something is stirring deep within the moss-draped forests and misty peaks of Olympic National Park. From vanishing hikers and eerie lights to chilling whispers in the night, this episode dives into the park’s most baffling and unsettling encounters. Join hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater as they explore firsthand accounts, local legends, and their own unnerving experiences during a trip that lef...

Ever wonder who wrangles the weird and has a lifetime of the unusual? This episode takes you deep into the world of high strangeness—where cryptids lurk, hauntings hit hard, and the unexplained is just part of the job. Lee Kirkland has spent decades chasing the unknown, co-creating one of the biggest cryptid conventions in the country and diving headfirst into the weirdest corners of the paranorma...

Are there UFOs at Catalina and what the heck is a Shark Cafe anyway? Incredible guest Brittany Barbieri teaches Jeni and Tressa all about ancient astronauts, underwater alien bases, and what the love of the unknown can do. UFO’s, Magnets, and Megalodon- a Monsters Lounge Podcast Find Brittany Barbieri here: @brit_investigates (professional) @the_paranormal_momma (personal) @disclosure_ladies (UFO)...

What do the world’s largest cave system and ancient red-haired mummies have in common? More than you’d think. In this episode we uncover the eerie legends of Mammoth Cave, from spectral miners to underground hospitals. Plus, we’re recapping a summer spent chasing conferences, weird energy, and roadside oddities—and digging into the strange, cross-cultural phenomenon of mummies with fiery locks. Hi...

Whispers in the dark, slamming doors with no source, and shadows that move when no one's watching—this episode dives deep into one of the Midwest’s most chilling paranormal hotspots. Our guest shares her firsthand experiences owning haunted properties, organizing large-scale investigations, and what’s in store for the upcoming exploration of the notorious haunted Berlin Church and Rectory. Hos...

Step into the world of the unexplained as seasoned paranormal investigator Nick Sarlo reveals chilling encounters and the hard-earned insights from years of chasing the unknown. From wild experiences to the methods behind serious investigations, hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater dive into what it really takes to separate legend from evidence. We explore his journey, his team’s work, and the driv...

How do the dead speak?  Dive deep into messages between worlds, as a gifted medium joins the hosts to deliver heartfelt messages to the grieving, offer guidance for those facing spirits that refuse to move on, and shed light on the power of awakening your own metaphysical gifts. Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater welcome internationally recognized Psychic Medium Sarah Lemos, who shares her journey from...

How do you bridge the worlds of crisis and the unexplained?  This episode features Michael John Angus, a veteran Fire Captain and NREMT with over 30 years of service, who shares how his career in emergency response led to a deep interest in the paranormal. Michael talks with hosts Jeni Monroe & Tressa Slater, sharing a skeptical yet open-minded approach, as he discusses his investigations of h...

He’s been the voice for those who no longer have one. Renowned psychic medium Scotty Rorek joins hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater for a riveting and emotionally charged conversation about life, death, and the messages that echo between. From his work in the paranormal spotlight to the sacred duty of delivering spirit communication, Scotty reveals the powerful truth behind mediumship—and why com...

With over 60 years of combined experience in cryptid research, criminal investigations, and folklore storytelling,  bestselling author and renowned cryptozoologist D.A. Roberts, along with veteran law enforcement officer and paranormal researcher Robby Raines, delve into chilling cryptid encounters, supernatural legends, and real-life tales of the unknown. Discover with hosts Jeni Monroe and Tress...

In the second installment of their deep dive into the bizarre headlines of Weekly World News, hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater welcome paranormal investigator Greg Lawson to the show. Together, they sift through outrageous stories of beasts from beyond, alien showdowns, and wild weirdness, separating fact from fiction with humor, curiosity, and just the right amount of skepticism. Join them as...

Haley Staack is a renowned Appalachian paranormal investigator, spirit medium, herbalist, and folk magic practitioner. Haley shares real paranormal encounters from the Appalachian mountains with hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater, plus, dives into ancient folk magic practices, and explains how she communicates with spirits using ancestral traditions and natural remedies. Learn about Appalachian w...

Join investigative writer Peter Robbins as he explores the world of UFO phenomena, government secrecy, and high-strangeness encounters. With decades of research into anomalous sightings and official cover-ups, Robbins shares powerful insights with hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater. From unexplained aerial encounters to potential UFO disclosure, this conversation reveals hidden truths and challen...

Paranormal researchers Dan Baldwin and George Sewell delve into ancient encounters with the Sky People—mysterious beings from the stars found in myths across the globe. Join hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater as these returning guests describe their journey through pendulum dowsing and psychic communication to connect with ancient peoples and medicine men who once served as a bridge between his p...

In this ghostly good episode, hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater welcome renowned medium and Spirit Advocate Bonnie Vent, whose decades of experience channeling messages from the other side have fascinated both believers and skeptics. Bonnie also shares her work on Soul Purpose Reports, helping people uncover their spiritual path and why they’re truly here. It’s a revealing dive into the afterlif...

In this special episode, we crack open a 1981 issue of the Weekly World News—the black-and-white tabloid that defined bizarre headlines and outrageous paranormal claims. Hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater review the wildest stories that had grocery store lines buzzing with guest Chachi. Was it satire? A secret truth? Or something stranger still? Join us as we separate fact from folklore and nosta...