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Since World War I, there have existed shortwave radio stations that send out strange communications, usually vocalized numbers. Their purpose remains unclear, though it is widely believed that governments use them to communicate with undercover spies. Today, we dive into the fact and fiction that surround the enigmatic existence of Number Stations. Sponsored by Upside (download the Upside app for...

The internet is full of mysteries waiting to be discovered. And sometimes it’s the simplest items that create the biggest splash, in this case a box. In 2013, a box full of religious and extraterrestrial drawings, journal entries, blueprints, and other fascinating documents was found and posted to the internet. Today we’re going to discuss the investigation into the Box of Crazy. Visit our Twitter...

A ride at a popular amusement park in Australia was mysteriously engulfed in flames on the night of June 9, 1979. Seven passengers sadly lost their lives that night, and the cause of the fire has yet to be officially determined. Today we look at the tragic story behind the mystery of the Luna Park Ghost Train Fire Visit our Twitter (https://twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we mention. Spon...

The month of December ushers in the holiday season. Typically a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness, a popular “face” of the holidays is Santa Claus. But there is another figure associated with the holidays with a much more sinister story. This half-goat, half-demon hunts naughty children and punishes them for their wrongdoings. Today, we embrace the holidays and take a look at the story of...

Memes and online urban legends sometimes spread like wildfire on the Internet, but it can be hard to find where they originate. One creepy image has been ubiquitous in online spaces since the 2000s. Today we discuss the spread and unknown origins of the image associated with the “creepypasta” Jeff the Killer. Visit our Twitter (https://twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we mention. Sponsored...

In 1986, the three man crew of a cargo flight saw strange lights that appeared to be flying alongside their plane. As they approached their destination, the crew saw an even larger object trailing them. Today we explore what some consider to be the most compelling case for UFOs, JAL Cargo Flight 1628. Visit our Twitter (https://twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we mention. Sponsored by Bett...

In 2018, twenty people in Richmond, Virginia woke up to find TVs left on their doorsteps. No one knew why or who did it. It was forgotten until the same thing happened again a year later and the culprit was caught on camera. Today, we recount the humorous yet bizarre mystery of the Richmond TV Fairy.  Visit our Twitter page (twitter.com/redwebpod) to see the images we mention. Sponsored by Aura Fr...

In 1944 the small town of Mattoon, Illinois was in a panic for weeks. A number of residents had woken up to a strange odor which caused alarming symptoms like paralysis, and it appeared someone was attacking victims with gas. Today, we discuss the peculiar mystery of the Mad Gasser of Mattoon. Sponsored by Optimum Chairs (go to http://optimumchairs.com and use code redweb10 to get 10% off your Opt...

After the Civil War, a number of people went missing along the Osage trail in Kansas. Search parties tracked the disappearances to a family owned inn along the trail. When locals went to confront them about the situation, the family was gone. This week we discuss one of the most famous mysteries of the Old West, the Bloody Benders. Sponsored by Better Help (this episode is sponsored by BetterHelp...

The emerging field of artificial intelligence is filled with many unknowns. In 2022, a strange entity began repeatedly appearing in AI generated art. The AI seems to associate the entity with the macabre, as they are always pictured in unsettling situations. Today, we discuss the origins of what may be the first AI cryptid, Loab. Visit our Twitter page (https://twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the im...

In 1987, Pennhurst State School & Hospital closed its doors after a documentary and multiple court cases revealed the horrible conditions patients were in. It is now one of the most haunted places in Pennsylvania. Today, we uncover the history and hauntings of what is now known as Pennhurst Asylum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Less than a week after the Ammons family moved into their new home, they began having haunting experiences. When they reached out to psychics, the family was told they were sharing the house with over two hundred demons. Today we discuss one of the most haunted places in Indiana, the Demon House.  Visit our Twitter page(https://twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we mention.  Sponsored Better...

In 1975 the Lutz family purchased a home with a murderous history. Soon after they started having haunting experiences and left the house after only 28 days. This is the story behind the Amityville Horror House.  Visit our Twitter page (https://twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we discuss. Sponsored by Audible (go to http://audible.com/redweb or text REDWEB to 500-500 to try Audible free fo...

After the death of her husband and child, Sarah Winchester began renovating a house and never stopped until her death. Some believe Winchester was cursed to expand the house. Today we discuss the story behind the home that became known as the Winchester Mystery House. Sponsored by BetterHelp (go to http://betterhelp.com/redweb to get 10% off your first month), Black Adam (watch Black Adam in theat...

In 1987, Minnie Winston stepped out of her bath to find a grisly scene. Blood was dripping from the ceiling and oozing from the walls, but she and her husband could not find its source. Police investigated but found that no crime had been committed so they couldn’t help the couple. Today we explore the mystery of the Blood House at Fountain Drive. Sponsored by Hello Fresh (go to http://hellofresh....

On October 6th, 2014, an anonymous user on 4chan shared a strange email that they received. This initial post kickstarted a journey down the rabbit hole involving a series of intricate puzzles and the Dark Web. But as quickly as the mystery spun up, it just as swiftly faded away, leaving us with more questions than answers. Today, we try to piece together the story behind the 432 Mystery. Visit ou...

Everyone knows the classic movie monsters that have permeated pop culture for decades. As famous as they are, what might be lesser known are the true stories that influenced the creatures you know. Today, we discuss the origins of Dracula, Wolfman, and Gill-man, as we dive into three famous movie cryptids. Visit our Twitter page (http://Twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we discuss. Sponsore...

During the height of the illegal moonshine trade, a pair of brothers and their cousin disappeared without a trace. Given their known involvement in the illegitimate business, theories range from believing they were in a tragic accident to thinking they fell victim to the criminal trade. Today, we discuss the puzzling case of the Brasher-Dye Disappearance. Visit our Twitter page (http://Twitter.com...

When you bring a toy into your home, it’s supposed to bring comfort and joy. But in 1970, when a young nurse received a Raggedy Ann doll, she and her roommate began having terrifying experiences. This is the story behind the infamous Annabelle doll. Visit our Twitter page (http://Twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we discuss. Sponsored by HelloFresh (go to http://hellofresh.com/redweb16 and...

On June 30th, 1908, an unprecedented event managed to flattened 800 square miles of pine trees in a Russian forest. Despite being the largest impact in history, the exact cause is still unknown. Today, we close out our themed month of unsettling forest mysteries as we discuss the strange and haunting Tunguska Event. Visit our Twitter page (http://Twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we discuss...

Deep in the lush greenery of the Colorado woods stands one of the most haunted homes in the state. When a family moved into the home in 1991, their dream home quickly became their worst nightmare. Today we dive further into our theme with week 3 of Unsettling Forest Mysteries, as we look into the Black Forest Haunting. Visit our Twitter page (http://Twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we disc...

After investigating what they thought was a crashed plane in the forest outside the Air Force base, a group of soldiers claimed to witness a UFO. Their sighting became one of the most well documented UFO cases ever, with some calling it Britain’s Roswell. Today we continue our theme with week 2 of Unsettling Forest mysteries as we discuss the Rendlesham Forest Incident. Visit our Twitter page (htt...

While exploring nearby woods, a group of teenage boys in the quiet town of Worcestershire, England, stumbled upon a gruesome scene - the skeleton of an unknown woman, stuffed into a tree. This woman became the talk of the town as investigators failed to identify who she was. Today, we begin our themed month with week one of Unsettling Forest Mysteries as we attempt to answer the chilling question:...

When you’re sound asleep in the middle of the night, it’s impossible to know what’s going on in the world around you. Nearly a decade ago, a woman managed to record the sound of an unidentified voice, just a few feet from her bed. Today, we look into the unsettling story behind the Sleep as Android Incident. Visit our Twitter page (http://Twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we discuss. Sponso...

They’ve supposedly been seen at nearly every supernatural event: aliens, UFO sightings, even Mothman. Always in the background. But doing what? We’ve mentioned this mysterious group before, but have yet to take a closer look. Until today. For our 100th episode mini-special, we finally dive into the enigmatic Men in Black. Visit our Twitter page (http://Twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we d...