James Settlemyer

Project Skeptic

Fiction EN ↓ 231 episodes

A weekly look at the odd world we live in. Everything from missing people, ghosts, conspiracy, and everything weird going on in our world. Each episode I will have a guest on and present a story to them and see what their beliefs are on the topic. Mid week episodes on Pennsylvania local legends.

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James Settlemyer

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Fiction

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Latest episode

Jun 24, 2026

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Episodes

EP: 138 The 9–5 Prison: How the Elites Destroyed Freedom 24.06.2026

9-5 prison, wage slavery, modern work system, corporate control, debt slavery, elite conspiracy, productivity paradox, work-life balance, economic freedom, industrial revolution, corporate elites, financial control, modern serfdom, wealth inequality, hidden history of work Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vDdGBThvp3 Twi...

EP: 137 Electronic Shelf Labels Conspiracy: What Are They Really Doing? Steven Stayner 17.06.2026

Electronic Shelf Labels are appearing in more grocery stores and retail chains around the world, but some people believe these digital price tags are part of something much bigger. Could electronic shelf labels allow stores to change prices instantly? Are they connected to dynamic pricing systems? Can they track customers, or are these fears simply conspiracy theories? In this episode, we examine...

EP: 136 The Schuylkill Notes Explained: An Ongoing Pennsylvania Mystery 09.06.2026

Before we get into today's episode, I wanted to take a minute to explain why things have been quiet for the last few months. Life has been incredibly busy lately. Between work, family responsibilities, personal projects, and some significant changes happening behind the scenes, finding the time and energy to sit down and create the kind of content I want to put out has been a challenge. Rather tha...

EP: 135 Sam the Sandown Clown: UFOs, Cryptids, or Something Stranger? 09.09.2025

As we finally make our return Jay and The Bumbeeno tackle a strange case from over the pond. In 1973, two children met the bizarre “Sandown Clown” on the Isle of Wight. Was it an alien, cryptid, or a trickster entity? Explore the mystery here. Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vDdGBThvp3 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/pro...

EP: 134 McFraud: How One Man Stole Millions from McDonald’s 15.07.2025

For over a decade, millions played McDonald’s Monopoly — hoping to win cash, cars, or the elusive $1 million prize. But behind the golden fries and happy meals was one of the most elaborate frauds in American history. In this episode, we dive into the wild true story of Jerome Jacobson, the ex-cop turned security executive who stole game pieces and built a criminal empire with mob ties, fake winne...

EP: 133 Vatican Secrets Unveiled: UFOs, Lost Gospels & Ancient Conspiracies 26.06.2025

For centuries, the Vatican Secret Archives have remained one of the most mysterious and heavily guarded collections in the world. With over 53 miles of documents, only a handful of scholars have ever been allowed inside — and what they’ve found is both historic and deeply controversial. In this episode, we uncover what we know is inside: letters from Mary Queen of Scots, the trial of Galileo, anci...

EP: 132 The Man From Taured 14.06.2025

Guess we are back at it again with another episode. The Bumbeeno and Jay are back in the studio this week. This week we are talking The Man from Taured. Is it true? Was there really a msytery man at a japanesse airport? Does The Bumbeeno believe its all bullshit and Jay is stupid? Probably. Enjoy the episode and leave a review. Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/...

EP: 131 Stone Soldiers 08.06.2025

Its about time we got back in the studio and recorded something. Jay and The Bumbeeno are back and this week we are talking a UFO incident out of the good old Soviet Union. Were there really people turned to stone or is this just more missinformation and propaganda. We dont know and we have no answers so not much has changed since the last episode. Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: http...

EP: 130 1845 Franklin Expedition 07.04.2025

This week we look in to a listener request as we dive into the Franklin expedition of 1845. Rob and Matt both show up for once and we cant stay on topic like always. Thanks for listenening see you next week Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vDdGBThvp3 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/project_skeptic_podcast Instagram: https...

EP: 129 Smedley Butler 05.03.2025

This week The Bumbeeno and Jay talk all things Smedley Butler. Who was he and why is he important enough that we are talking about him? A lot to unpack on this episode and we run a little long this week.  Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vDdGBThvp3 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/project_skeptic_podcast Instagram: https:/...

EP: 128 The Marfa Lights 16.02.2025

In this unexplained episode of Project Skeptic we try to find some reasoning around the Marfa Lights. Is there something going on in south west Texas or is it just a bunch of HOOEY. Find out this week on Project Skeptic Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vDdGBThvp3 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/project_skeptic_podcast Ins...

MID WEEK: Frackville Hex 06.02.2025

Mid Week Ive have had this topic for awhile now and decide to finally talk about it. Is there a town that has a Hex on it in Pa. If so why is it Frackville. Thank you for listening. Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vDdGBThvp3 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/project_skeptic_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/proj...

EP: 127 Green Children of Woolpit 26.01.2025

We are back this week with another episode from across the pond. We travel to Woolpit to see what all the fuss is about with these green children. Are they aliens or just children that eat too many broad beans. We dont know and we havent pund out yet. Thanks for listening Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vDdGBThvp3 Twit...

EP: 126 Who put Bella in the Wych Elm? 05.01.2025

With the first episode of the year we figured we would cover a topic that we already covered but the audio file got corrupted. SO here it is years later Jay and the Bumbeeno cover who put Bella in the Wych Elm. Like most weeks we dont have any answers. Also if you would like to be on the show leave a voicemail to 8142996919 and simply say "dont call me back" Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Face...

EP: 125 Robert Johnson 16.12.2024

This week we get voicemails and talk about selling your soul to the devil. Is it possible? Would you sell your sould to the devil for a christmas tree zebra cake? All of this happens this week with Jay and the Bumbeeno on Project Skeptic. Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vDdGBThvp3 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/project_...

EP: 124 Todd Sees 27.11.2024

Its another strange story this week. Rob, Jay and The Bumbeeno talk about a strange death in Pennsylvania. Was it aliens? Maybe a unfaithful wife? We have no idea and have no answers. Also we call a listener and talk food. All that and more this week on Project Skeptic. Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vDdGBThvp3 Twitch...

EP: 123 The Ammons Haunting 17.11.2024

Hauntings and visits from old cohosts make this week exciting. This week Jay, The Bumbeeno and Rob talk about the Ammons Haunting. Was there really 200 demons in this house and what happened to them after the house was demolished? Like usual learn nothing from this podcast and just enjoy the jokes, Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https:/...

EP: 122 Fake Your Own Death 03.11.2024

What does it take to fake your own death? Jay and the Bumbeeno struggle to find some common ground on this episode. All we know is that it takes some planning and some sketchy doctors. This wee on Project Skeptic we fake our own deaths. Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vDdGBThvp3 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/project_sk...

EP: 121 The Somerton Man 20.10.2024

What happens when someone dies on Somerton beach down under. A lot i guess. This week we talk the Somerton man. A mystery that seems to continue to get stranger. Did they figure it out in 2022 or is this man still a mystery to us all. Find out this week on Project Skeptic Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vDdGBThvp3 Twit...

EP: 120 Angikuni Disappearance 07.10.2024

Where did they come from? Where did they go? Where did they come from Angikuni villagers? This week we discuss the Angikuni villager disappearance. The Bubeeno thinks it was tanks? Jay said Aliens. Who is right and who has now clue what they are talking about. Find out this week on Project Skeptic Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://...

EP: 119 Grigori Rasputin 30.09.2024

Ra Ra Rasputin lover of the Russian Queen. This week we take listener request from Ivory and cover Rasputin. Whats this guys deal? Was he a healer or a Mystic? Did he have an affar with Queen Alexandra? Did he carry a footlong in his pants? All these questions are asked this week on Project Skeptic Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https:/...

EP: 118 Codex Gigas 11.09.2024

This week we read a book, and not just any book, a big book, its thick. We cover the Codex Gigas. When and where did it come from. Did someone really sell their soul to the devil to write this book in one day. All the answers and no more questions this week on Project Skeptic Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vDdGBThvp3...

EP: 117 Ridley Creek Witch 03.09.2024

We were big losers this weekend at the casino so i guess we will stick with the podcasting. The Bumbeeno and I are headed to eastern PA this week to talk about witches. Are they real. Can they make potions. Is the Bumbeeno a serial killer. All wont get answered this week. Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vDdGBThvp3 Twit...

EP: 116 Philadelphia Experiment 21.08.2024

This week the Bumbeeno does not beleive a word i say. He is in the skeptic camp this week. Can you make ship dissapear and reappear. Is there government projects that are so top secret that these stories seem like make believe. There is always more questions than answers on this show. Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vD...

EP 115: The Great Pyramids 12.08.2024

This week is train wreck week apparently. Crazy episode with Jay, The Bumbeeno, Andy and Ian Van Ghoul. We talk alot this episode which is good for podcasting. Go listen. Dont forget to leave a review where ever you listen. Thanks again. Email: Projectskepticpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectskeptic/ https://discord.gg/vDdGBThvp3 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/project_s...

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