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In 1845, the British sent out an expedition to find a way through the Northwest Passage. After two years of no contact, the expedition was deemed a failure. To this day, most of the crew has not been found and no one truly knows what happened. Let’s discuss the puzzling case of Franklin’s Lost Expedition. Visit our Twitter page (http://Twitter.com/RedWebPod) for the relevant images discussed. As w...

For nearly as long as history can remember, there have been tales of a large creature living among the snowy peaks of the Himalayan mountains. Today, we’re going to look beyond the folklore and explore the evidence, sightings, and theories surrounding one of the most well-known cryptids in the world: The Yeti. If you'd like to listen to our past mysteries we referenced in this episode, they are: B...

In Wiltshire County, England, there have been reported sightings of UFOs, crop circles, ancient monuments, and other supernatural phenomena. It is said that these sightings center around a singular location. Today, we learn what we can about the mystery surrounding what some call the UK’s Area 51: Rudloe Manor. Sponsored by HelloFresh (http://HelloFresh.com/REDWEB16 + code REDWEB16) and Upstart (h...

In 1977, a resident of a small town in the state of Ohio began receiving letters accusing her of having an affair. This kick started a whirlwind saga involving the entire town, threats of violence, and accusations of covering up a murder investigation. Today, we look into the bizarre tale of the Circleville Letters. Sponsored by HelloFresh (http://HelloFresh.com/REDWEB16 + code REDWEB16) and Honey...

After receiving a terminal cancer diagnosis, a renowned art dealer decided to write a memoir detailing his life and legacy. Within the memoir, he hid clues that led to a chest full of artifacts he’d collected over the years, leading to some calling him the real life Indiana Jones. Today, we dig into the mystery known as Forrest Fenn's Treasure. Sponsored by BetterHelp (http://BetterHelp.com/REDWEB...

In 2015, a 4chan discussion spawned rumors of a strange program used at multiple corporations. It was said that those who mentioned the program online vanished from the Internet without a trace. Today we discuss the fact and fiction behind the puzzling story of Erratas. Sponsored by The Jordan Harbinger Show (http://JordanHarbinger.com/START). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Last week we talked about the multiple mysterious disappearances in various U.S. national parks and the strange circumstances surrounding them. Today, we dive into the theories surrounding these stories and try to decipher what could be the cause of the Missing 411. Sponsored by HelloFresh (http://HelloFresh.com/REDWEB14 + code REDWEB14) and BetterHelp (http://BetterHelp.com/REDWEB). Learn more ab...

While they are seen as bastions of information and beauty, national parks have a darker side to them - several strange disappearances have occurred at these locations over the years, and these stories have been collected in a series of books. Today, we discuss the stories of the Missing 411. Sponsored by The Jordan Harbinger Show (http://JordanHarbinger.com/START) and HelloFresh (http://HelloFresh...

In 1978, a group of five friends disappeared after attending a college basketball game. Months later, four of them were found to have died under mysterious circumstances, while the fifth was never seen again. Today, we dive into the theories surrounding this puzzling case and try to piece together what might have happened to the Yuba County Five. Sponsored by Raycon (http://BuyRaycon.com/REDWEB) a...

On the night of February 24, 1978, five men went out to attend a college basketball game for a night of fun, never to return home. Months later, four of them were found to have died under mysterious circumstances, while the fifth was never seen again. Sometimes referred to as the US’s Dyatlov Pass, today we discuss the puzzling case of the Yuba County Five. Sponsored by The Jordan Harbinger Show (...

There are numerous stories that tell of an ancient city lost to time. It is often described as a utopia that disappeared in the depths of the ocean. But did it ever exist? Today, we dive into the myths and theories behind the lost city of Atlantis. Sponsored by Burrow (http://Burrow.com/REDWEB) and BetterHelp (http://BetterHelp.com/REDWEB). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

In 2011, someone claimed to receive an email from their friend that had passed away months beforehand. Today, we discuss the fact and fiction behind the story of the Jack Froese Emails. Sponsored by The Jordan Harbinger Show (http://JordanHarbinger.com/START) and HelloFresh (http://HelloFresh.com/REDWEB14 + code REDWEB14). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Texas, there stands an abandoned hospital where 2,000 people are said to have died. It is now one of the most haunted locations in the state. For our special Halloween episode, we go on site for the first time to investigate the Yorktown Memorial Hospital. Sponsored by BetterHelp (http://BetterHelp.com/REDWEB) and Raycon (http://BuyRaycon.com/REDWEB). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

There exists a strange anomaly in which people collectively remember a false memory. Despite evidence proving it as fake, there are those who insist that the memory is true, leading to theories ranging from cognitive and social reinforcement to alternate realities colliding. Today, we discuss the cultural phenomenon that is the Mandela Effect. Sponsored by The Jordan Harbinger Show (http://JordanH...

Rumors of a gigantic creature lurking in the depths of a Scottish loch have existed for centuries. Today, we dive back into the world of cryptids as we discuss the legendary Loch Ness Monster. Sponsored by Voodoo Ranger (visit @VoodooRanger on Twitter and Instagram) and BetterHelp (http://BetterHelp.com/REDWEB). We're conducting a survey! Visit bit.ly/redwebsurvey Learn more about your ad choices....

In 2007, multiple families were harassed by a mysterious caller, hounding them with threatening voicemails and ominous text messages. Despite all attempts, the culprit was never revealed. Today, we discuss the disturbing case of the Restricted Stalker. Sponsored by The Jordan Harbinger Show (http://JordanHarbinger.com/START) and HelloFresh (http://HelloFresh.com/REDWEB14 + code REDWEB14). We're co...

Seattle, Washington was home to a local phenomenon: a vending machine that dispensed a random variety of sodas, some of which had been out of production for years. Today, we discuss the puzzling Mystery Soda Machine. Sponsored by BetterHelp (http://BetterHelp.com/REDWEB) and Burrow (http://Burrow.com/REDWEB). We're conducting a survey! Visit bit.ly/redwebsurvey Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

A remote lake in the Himalayas was found to contain the remains of hundreds of people. If this weren't perplexing enough, it was discovered that the remains were dated centuries apart. Today, we look at the fascinating puzzle of Skeleton Lake. Sponsored by The Jordan Harbinger Show (http://JordanHarbinger.com/START) and Raycon (http://BuyRaycon.com/REDWEB) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

In 1982, a fantasy book was published that contained clues to a treasure hunt. Readers soon realized the hunt was real, prompting a nationwide search for the solutions. Today, we discuss the mystery known as The Secret. Sponsored by BetterHelp (http://BetterHelp.com/REDWEB) and Candid (http://CandidCo.com/REDWEB + code REDWEB). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A video pirate hijacked Chicago, Illinois television airwaves dressed as a popular TV character of the time, speaking and acting in a strange manner. Today, we look at the bizarre case of the Max Headroom Incident. Sponsored by The Jordan Harbinger Show (http://JordanHarbinger.com/START) and HelloFresh (http://HelloFresh.com/REDWEB14 + code REDWEB14). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Much like the peculiar mysteries of the Internet that we've covered before, there are just as many strange corners of the Earth that we have yet to discuss. These enigmas can happen right in your own backyard, and have given rise to folklore and legends across the world. Today, we dive into three Earthly Mysteries. Sponsored by BetterHelp (http://BetterHelp.com/REDWEB) and Babbel (http://Babbel.co...

In an attempt to become the first woman to fly around the world, she and her navigator disappeared somewhere over the Pacific Ocean. Today, we close out our month of disappearances with one of the most famous cases of all time: Amelia Earhart. Sponsored by The Jordan Harbinger Show (http://JordanHarbinger.com/START) and Burrow (http://Burrow.com/REDWEB). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

In the 1500s, English settlers attempted to settle their first American colony. The captain returned from a supply run to find it abandoned, with only the word "Croatoan" carved into a nearby post. Today, we discuss the historic disappearance of the Roanoke Colony. Sponsored by BetterHelp (http://BetterHelp.com/REDWEB) and Raycon (http://BuyRaycon.com/REDWEB). Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

In 1899, a passing ship investigated an unlit lighthouse. Upon arriving, they discovered a baffling scene. The keepers of the lighthouse were nowhere to be found, and they were never seen again. Today, we discuss the curious story of the Flannan Isles Lighthouse. Sponsored by The Jordan Harbinger Show (http://JordanHarbinger.com/START) and Candid (http://CandidCO.com/REDWEB). Learn more about your...

In 1872, an American merchant ship was found adrift in the Atlantic Ocean. Upon investigating, it was found that the crew had completely disappeared, though their belongings remained. Today we start our month of disappearance-themed episodes with the baffling case of the ghost ship Mary Celeste. Sponsored by HelloFresh (http://HelloFresh.com/REDWEB14 + code REDWEB14) and BetterHelp (http://BetterH...