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Grýla - The Icelandic Ogre (Ep. 43) Dec 19, 2025

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In this week's episode, we'll be talking about another Christmas lore from Iceland. Grýla, the ogre, and her no good family. She has a particular taste for the flesh of children that have misbehaved or did not complete their chores. Her boys, the Yule Lads, wreak havoc on the community, while her cat, Jôlakötturinn, awaits his next kiddie meal! A true Christmas horror story.

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Enfield Monster - The Three Legged Blob (Ep. 42) Dec 05, 2025

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In this week's episode, we'll be talking about a strange little creature called the Enfield Monster. Hanging out in Enfield, Illinois, he created quite a panic in a small community. He had been shot a few different times, but apparently was not harmed by bullets. Police reports are on file and evidence was located that suggests he actually did exist. Come check out the show and see what you think.

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Lake Worth Monster - The Greer Island Goatman (Ep. 41) Nov 21, 2025

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In this week's episode, we'll be talking about a Texas cryptid called the Lake Worth Monster. He is a humanoid hybrid - resembling a goat. He is seven feet tall, 250-350 pounds and very aggressive. This is not a petting zoo friendly animal. He is known to attack without provocation. You definitely want to be very careful if you run across this guy.

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Scariest Places on Earth - Hellish Vacation Spots (Ep. 40) Nov 07, 2025

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In this week's episode, we'll be talking about the scariest places on earth. We start with five of the most bizarre and creepy places to visit. They may not be haunted, but they are definitely scary. Then we discuss several locations that are known to be haunted by spirits, ghosts or demons. Have a listen and see if any of these places sound like somewhere you would like to visit or vacation.

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Giants - Nephilim - Anakim - Rephaim - Kandahar (Ep. 39) Oct 24, 2025

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In this week's episode, we'll be talking about giants of the past and present. Is it possible that some people were 450 feet tall in the days of Noah. Did our military have an encounter with a giant in Afghanistan - only to deny it later? Is the Smithsonian Institute hiding evidence of such giants? Listen to our take on giants and decide for yourself what to believe.

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Flatwoods Monster - The Owl With A Cowl (Ep. 38) Oct 10, 2025

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In this week's episode, we'll be talking about the Flatwoods Monster of West Virginia. In 1952, he made his appearance on Fisher's farm after crashing or landing his craft on a nearby hillside. Witnessed by many, the 10 foot tall creature hovered over the ground and emitted a purplish haze that made them sick. One man saw the craft leave, the morning after the incident. The Air Force and the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry said the witnesses saw an owl and were exposed to mustard gas. We think it was real. Listen in and see what you think.

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Vampires - The Ancient Bloodsuckers (Ep. 37) Sep 26, 2025

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In this week's episode, we'll be talking about the nighttime, blood sucking creature known as the vampire. Deeply rooted in ancient beliefs of blood feeding demons, the vampire lores have lasted for centuries and culminated into the modern day "Dracula" type vampire. Come and explore the different types of vampires and how they came to be. Can you protect yourself from becoming a victim?

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Vacation Break Sep 12, 2025

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We are sorry to say that the vampire episode will be delayed until September 26, due to a vacation break. Jake is adding another son to his family and will be busy with baby arrangements. We will be back in two weeks.

Thank you for understanding.

David and Jake

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Clinton Road - Highway to Hell (Ep. 36) Aug 29, 2025

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In this week's episode, we'll be talking about a 10 mile stretch of highway that is said to be one of the most haunted roads in the world. Clinton Road in New Jersey is home to everything paranormal, including Hellhounds, Bigfoot, the Jersey Devil, a ghostly boy, phantom vehicles, demonic entities, dead park rangers and UFO's. Some believe the road leads to Hell. If you're up for a casual Sunday drive, head on out and see what manifests itself to you.

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Hellhounds - The Black Shuck (Ep. 35) Aug 15, 2025

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In this week's episode, we'll be talking about a canine breed from Hell, known as Hellhounds. This is definitely not a dog you walk up to and pet. In fact, if you see one, you may just lose your life. They are believed to be dogs that serve demons and they hunt souls to take them to Hell. The old adage, "his bark is worse than his bite" does not hold true with this guy. Though his howl is bone chilling, he is known to shred his victim to pieces in order to collect his/her soul. Pray he does not have your scent.

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