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In 1989, two missing hikers were rescued from a mountain in Japan and were told the enormous SOS sign they had built helped locate them. The hikers were confused, revealing they made no such SOS sign leaving investigators to realize there was someone else on the mountain. Today we follow the confusing tale of the SOS Sign Incident. Follow us on socials: https://twitter.com/RedWebPod, https://www.i...

When a rancher found a strange crash site on his land, he brought what he found to the Air Force. What followed was a decades long debate on where the debris came from, with many believing it was a UFO even now. Today we discuss the story that permeates UFO folklore, the Roswell Incident. Follow us on socials: https://twitter.com/RedWebPod, https://www.instagram.com/redwebpod/ Join FIRST: redwebpo...

In 2012, an internet user discovered a mysterious entrance to the inside of a highway bridge. Within the dark, cramped spaces they discovered a disturbing scene, but despite their fears, this internet user returned for more clues as to who or what was residing within the structure. Today we dissect the many stories and photos left behind of The Bridge. Sensitive topics: violence, adult/graphic ima...

Antarctica - a place of scientific research and study, and rarely a place for criminal activity. Though at the turn of the century, an Australian astrophysicist came down with a sudden illness before dying a day later. Due to winter setting in, a proper autopsy wouldn’t be possible for another 6 months. Today, we discuss the only cold case and potentially the first recorded murder in Antarctica, t...

In 1965, two police officers in Houston, Texas were dispatched to an elderly couple’s home for a welfare check. Inside, they discovered the butchered remains of the couple, with no signs of an intruder. Theories range from revenge all the way to the JFK assassination, but the case remains unsolved. Today, we look at the disturbing case of the Ice Box Murders. Sensitive topics: graphic descriptions...

In 2004, an internet user received a strange package that led them to a website. While nothing seemed out of the ordinary with this website, things soon took a cryptic and mysterious turn. The web page appeared to be hacked by a sentient AI who attempted to contact users who visited the site before reaching out to people through payphones across the country. Today, we’re going to break down the de...

In 2008, a fatal train crash occurred in southern California. A man was among those who tragically passed in this accident, though for the following 12 hours his family received repeated calls from his cell phone. Today, we look at the supernatural implications of the Charles Peck Calls. Join FIRST at redwebpod.com/first Sponsored by BetterHelp (go to http://betterhelp.com/redweb to get 10% off yo...

In 1955, a trade ship was scheduled to deliver cargo from the island of Samoa to the neighboring island of Tokelau. It never reached its destination. The half-sunken remains of the ship were discovered a month later with 4 tons of missing cargo and bloody bandages on deck, but no signs of life. The passengers were never found. Today, we discuss the mysterious disappearance of the MV Joyita. Sensit...

In September 1934, a portion of a woman’s torso was found on the shore of Lake Erie in Cleveland. Weeks later other parts of her body were found, turned red from an unknown chemical. The woman became known as the “Lady of the Lake.” This seemingly isolated murder foreshadowed a grisly killer that haunted Cleveland for years to come. Today let’s discuss the puzzling case of the Cleveland Torso Kill...

There exists an English legend, the truth of which is up for debate: in the 12th century, a pair of children were seen climbing out of a wolf pit. They had no immediate family, they did not speak any English, and perhaps most strangely, they were said to have green skin. Today, we look at the fact and fiction behind the story of the Green Children of Woolpit. If you'd like to listen to past myster...

In 1994, a private school in Zimbabwe released their students into the yard for recess. During their play time, a total of 62 children saw what they believed to be an extraterrestrial presence in the distance. Even to this day, those involved maintain their belief in what they saw. Today, we look at the puzzling Ariel School UFO Incident. If you'd like to listen to past mysteries we discuss, they...

On May 31st, 1995, Jennifer Fairgate checked into the prestigious Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, but never checked out. Missing identification, a locked door on an upper floor, few witnesses, and a gunshot left this crime scene a baffling mystery. Today, we discuss the true crime case of the Oslo Plaza Woman. Sensitive topics: death, suicide, and graphic descriptions of violence. If you'd like to liste...

There exists a puzzling manuscript that dates back to the 13th century, though the year of its creation remains unknown. This book contains spells, potion recipes, and a full-page depiction of the Devil. Nobody knows who wrote this book or why. Today, we separate fact from fiction looking at the origin of the Devil’s Bible AKA the Codex Gigas. Sponsored by Children's Miracle Network Hospitals (go...

During WWII, this ship saw countless battles and didn’t receive any major damage. But during its tenure, at least 200 soldiers died on board. For our Halloween Special, we are visiting what is now a floating museum said to be full of ghosts, the USS Hornet.  Sponsored by HelloFresh (go to http://hellofresh.com/50redweb and use code 50redweb to get 50% off plus free shipping), BetterHelp (go to htt...

In the late 1800s, a woman lost her daughter to a sudden passing. Several weeks after the tragic event, her deceased daughter appeared in a dream and told her mother that she had been murdered. This account marks the only documented case of a ghost testimony in the United States court of law, known as the Greenbrier Ghost. Sensitive topics: murder, and abuse. Sponsored by Shady Rays (go to http://...

Can an Internet message board become haunted? In 2014, an anonymous user posted online about the unsettling events that their friend experienced after downloading a virus. With each update, users were gripped by stories of paranormal activity, cryptic messages, and haunting photos. Today, we look into the details surrounding the unsettling I Am God Mystery. General warning: The archived 4chan thre...

Airports are obviously major travel hubs, filled with the hustle and bustle of thousands, if not tens of thousands of travelers as they make their way to their destination. But few have stopped to think about what may be hidden at an airport. What secrets it may contain. Today, we step into the bizarre conspiracy theories surrounding the Denver Airport. Sensitive topics: death, and conspiracy theo...

In the early 1800s, a family in northern Tennessee began to experience a paranormal nightmare. They were plagued by a spirit who continually harassed, belittled, and even attacked them. These detailed experiences were shared by many, so today, we’re covering one of America’s most prolific ghost stories, the Bell Witch Haunting. Sensitive topics: death, violence, abuse, slavery, and animal abuse/de...

In 1993, a girl was seen wandering the forest completely alone and covered in blood. When hikers called out to her, she didn’t respond. After getting her help, it was discovered that the rest of this girl’s group had succumbed to something nightmarish, but it is still unknown what. Today we discuss what is considered the other Dyatlov Pass, the Khamar-Daban Incident. Content warning: death and dyi...

Sometimes it seems like our computers have a mind of their own. In 1984, a teacher found bizarre text documents on his PC that seemed like they were written hundreds of years ago. Today we explore the possibility of technology as a gateway to time travel and the paranormal as we discuss the Dodleston Messages. Visit our Twitter (twitter.com/RedWebPod) to see the images we mention.  If you'd like t...

She was a British royal who found herself mired in controversy and rumors. She was the first Queen of England to be publicly executed. And she seems to have been wiped from history. Today, to close out our Persons of Intrigue month, we take a look at the life of one of the most interesting figures in British history, Anne Boleyn. If you'd like to listen to the other Persons of Intrigue episodes, t...

Alchemy is a mystifying art with a deep and rich history, with many practitioners throughout the centuries. One of those practitioners is said to have found the Philosopher’s Stone, the secret to immortality. What makes this all the more spectacular is that this person existed less than a hundred years ago, but his identity remains unknown. Today we look into the identity of who is perhaps the mos...

He may be the most storied inventor of all time; there are numerous facts and theories ranging from death rays to free energy to aliens. Today, we continue our Persons of Intrigue month by attempting to dissect the truth behind the fascinating life of Nikola Tesla. Content warning: mental illness, death, child death, animal harm and xenophobia. If you'd like to listen to past mysteries we discuss,...

In history there's a figure so enigmatic, shrouded in secrets and scandals that he continues to baffle the world today. From humble origins to Russian royalty, he defied convention, and his reputation for debauchery and influence spread far and wide. Today we continue our Persons of Intrigue month as we dissect the captivating saga and mysteries of the infamous 'Mad Monk,' Rasputin. Content warnin...

Throughout history, there have been many individuals cloaked in mystery, each with their own puzzling backstories and unanswered questions. To celebrate our 150th episode, we are going to take the next month and explore a new mysterious person each week. Today, we kick off our People of Intrigue Month to see what we really know about the most famous playwright of all time, William Shakespeare. If...