That's Kinda Paranormal

Deep in the forests of Central Africa, locals speak of a spider the size of a tire. Hairy. Fast. Aggressive. And maybe—just maybe—real. This week, Casey and Dave go full arachnopanic as they explore the legend of the J’Ba FoFi , a cryptid said to spin webs across jungle trails and snatch up unsuspecting prey. We’ll unravel the spider’s origins in African folklore, explore chilling explorer account...

From Bloody Mary in your bathroom mirror to phantom phone calls from inside the house, these Halloween legends aren’t just spooky—they’re cultural staples. In this episode, Casey and Dave dig into the eerie origins and evolution of some of the most iconic urban legends of the season, including Bloody Mary, The Babysitter and the Man Upstairs, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, and Detroit’s fiery Devil’...

Our first ever Paranormal Snapshot! You guys requested it... so here it is! Casey and Dave give a quick look at the origins, history, and beliefs surrounding the different methods in protecting your home from spirits and negative energy. As always we are not experts in these topics, this episode is intended for entertainment purposes only! Listeners are encouraged to engage with these practices th...

In this episode of 'That's Kind of Paranormal' we explore the fascinating world of paranormal creatures, comparing classic horror movie monsters with their real-life cryptid counterparts. Join us as we delve into the origins and cultural significance of vampires, werewolves, the Wendigo, Frankenstein's monster, swamp creatures, Godzilla, and zombies, highlighting the fears and them...

You hear that? A floorboard creaking … or maybe somethingelse entirely. Imagine living inside a house that contorts reality around you. Where walls explode, fires erupt spontaneously, and voices whisper from nowhere. You’re listening to That’s Kinda Paranormal . I’mCasey. With me, as always, is Dave. Tonight, we head into rural Michigan, to ahaunted house so tormented that it came to be called the...

Long before paranormal TV shows and EMF detectors, there was the Bell Witch —a 19th-century Tennessee haunting so intense it made its way into history books. Knocks on walls. Whispering voices. Physical attacks. And a spirit with a lot of opinions. Casey unpacks the chilling story of the Bell family and the entity known as “Kate,” who didn’t just haunt their home—she bullied her way into local leg...

What if we told you Halloween didn’t start with costumes and candy—but with bonfires, animal masks, and a healthy fear of fairies? In this episode, Casey takes a deep dive into the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced Sow-in ), the real origin of Halloween. We’re talking end-of-harvest rituals, ghost portals, pagan priests, turnip lanterns, and how the Church basically rebranded the spoo...

Perched on a hill in Louisville, Kentucky, Waverly Hills Sanitorium is often called one of the most haunted places in America—and for good reason. Built to house tuberculosis patients in the early 1900s, the massive gothic structure saw thousands of deaths, tragedy, and heartbreak… and some say the spirits never left. From the infamous “death tunnel” to ghostly children playing in the halls, to sh...

Deep in the Amazon rainforest lurks a legend that's equal parts terrifying and fascinating: The Mapingauri. Described as a towering, sloth-like beast with a single eye, a second mouth on its stomach (Dave's favorite part about this cryptid) and a scream strong enough to kill? This crytpid has haunted the jungle for centuries. We couldn't play the sloth screaming sound for you guys, but...

By day, Mackinac Island is all fudge, bikes, and horse-drawn carriages. By night? The tourists leave, the streets go quiet, and the past comes out to play. 👻 From ghost soldiers still marching at Fort Mackinac , to the restless spirit of Harvey at Mission Point Resort , to whispers in old cemeteries and the Lady in Black—this island might just be Michigan’s most haunted spot. So grab your flashli...

Ever stared into the ocean and thought, what if somethingdown there is staring back ? ❄️👀 Meet the Ningen —a pale, human-shaped cryptid said tolurk beneath the Antarctic ice. With glowing white skin, fins (or maybe legs?), and a body the size of a whale, this thing has terrified sailors, sparked conspiracy theories, and made “do not look over the side of the boat” the best advice you’ll hear all...

🔪 Trigger Warning: This episode includes mentions of violence and some gruesome historical details. Listener discretion is advised. What’s scarier than a haunted house? How about a whole series of haunted places… all tied to hatchets . From eerie backroads and cursed cemeteries to the legendary Hatchet Man and even a heartbeat bridge. Casey digs into the bloody backstories and ghost lore, while D...

What do you get when you cross a hippo, a crocodile, and your sleep paralysis demon? According to Australian Folklore, you get the Bunyip.  In this episode, Casey and Dave dive deep into the creepy swamps and billabongs of Australia to uncover the legends, sightings, and pure chaos surrounding the Bunyip. From colonial newspapers spreading panic to Aboriginal Dreamtime stories, this cryptid has be...

Send us a text Murdered kings, cursed Earls, and ghosts galore—Glamis Castle has it all. 👻 From the Grey Lady to a tongue-less specter, this Scottish stronghold might be the most haunted castle in the world. Casey & Dave dig into the bloody history, the legends, and the hauntings that refuse to die. Grab your flashlight. Things are about to get spooky. That's Kinda Paranormal is a comedy...

Send us a text  Something’s howling in the Michigan woods… and it’s not your neighbor’s husky, but it could be Dave.... maybe. This week, Casey takes Dave deep into the legend of the Michigan Dogman — a towering, wolf-like cryptid said to stalk the forests with glowing eyes and a bone-chilling growl. We’ll cover spine-tingling eyewitness encounters, strange historical sightings, and the eerie 7-ye...

Send us a text All aboard the RMS Queen Mary—aka the most haunted ocean liner to ever float and then… not float. In this episode, we dive into the ship’s glamorous beginnings, its haunted halls, and the countless ghost stories that have earned it a permanent spot in paranormal legend. From wartime disasters to ghostly children playing in the pool (seriously, why is it always a pool?), we’re unpack...

Send us a text He's tall, he's dark, he's got red eyes and a wingspan that says he means business. In our premiere episode, we flutter straight into the forests of Point Pleasant to uncover the mystery of Mothman - was he a harbinger of doom, a misunderstood sky-boy or just really into bridge collapses?  Join us as we dive into creepy sightings, alleged curses, and questionable eyew...