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Shadows in the Desert: with Derek Hayes (Monsters Among Us) and David Flora (Blurry Photos) Mar 06, 2024

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Yesterday, a new paranormal documentary was released on several streamers and platforms including Apple TV and Amazon Prime. It’s called Shadows in the Desert, and it was directed by, written by, and stars Derek Hayes (Monsters Among Us) and David Flora (Blurry Photos). I even make a couple appearances in the film as well! So on today’s bonus episode, I sat down with Derek and David and we discussed the challenges they faced creating a film in 115+ degree weather, the importance of conducting honest investigations, whether bigfoot is physical or spiritual in nature, and why YOU should check out the beauty and mystery of the Anza-Borrego triangle.
https://www.borregotriangle.com/
Derek Hayes IG - @monstersamonguspodcast and @derekhayesmau
Derek Hayes Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/monstersamonguspodcast
David Flora IG - @blurryphotospodcast
David Flora Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BlurryPhotosPodcast/
Derek Hayes Bio:
Derek Hayes is the creator and host of award-winning podcast, Monsters Among Us, an anthology of real paranormal stories told by the witnesses themselves. Hayes has also appeared as an on-camera expert on the Travel Channel series Paranormal Caught On Camera, seasons 1-4. He currently calls the mountains above Los Angeles home, but originates from the backwoods of Southeast Ohio. Hayes has also appeared on the Travel Channel series In Search Of Monsters, and has spoken on panels at AlienCon, LA ComicCon, and CryptidCon.
David Flora Bio:
David Flora is a Kentucky-born, Colorado-based actor, writer and podcaster. An 11-year podcast veteran, he hosts the award-winning paranormal podcast Blurry Photos. He also co-hosts a trivia podcast, Quiz Quiz Bang Bang and another paranormal podcast, Hysteria 51, and a short story pod, 5-Minute Frights. You can hear more of his narration on Audible or Amazon, where he has numerous audiobooks as well.

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Stranger Danger: Stories of spirits with unknown motives Feb 14, 2024

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Welcome to Season 10! Thank you for listening these past 4 years!
Today’s episode features true stories from real people who have also encountered a stranger who turned out to be more than they expected. First, I share the story of a young kid who made 2 new mysterious friends at the beach. Then, I narrate the time a teen was approached by a hooded man at a carnival. And finally, we hear from Lea Sportis about the woman in her grandpa’s old apartment who took a liking to her.
Ch 1: They could have taken me, submitted by Vien
Ch 2: The Carnival Man, submitted by V
Ch 3: Lady Leckerman, with Lea Sportis

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Devotee Mini-Series: Papa Legba Jan 31, 2024

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We have reached the end of this mini series featuring different deities and their devotees. This week, I’m joined by my dear dear friend Rannie AuGoGo. She works with many different deities, but today she’ll tell us all about Papa Legba, the Vodou deity of communication and crossroads. She talks about her relationship to Papa Legba, miraculous ways that he’s assisted her, concerns about appropriation, and insight on how to build meaningful relationships with deities. And just like last time, I did not censor Rannie’s colorful language so if that bothers you, this is your heads up.
Book a session or take a course: https://www.magickaugogo.com

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Devotee Mini-Series: Santa Muerte Jan 17, 2024

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While the show is still on a break, we’ll be continuing the mini series with devotees of different deities and spirits. Today, we hear from Ry, a devotee of Santa Muerte, the Mexican folk saint of Death. Ry discusses who Santa Muerte is, how they found their way to her, some of their most profound experiences with her, and resources on how to learn more about her.
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Ry @themestizomystic
The Red Text Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-red-text/id1668711782

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Devotee Mini-Series: Dalikamata & Hades Jan 10, 2024

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Happy 2024! While the show is still on a break, I’ll be releasing bonus episodes speaking with devotees of various deities and spirits. Today, I share what led me to become a devotee of the Filipino (Visayan) goddess Dalikamata, and I speak with Angelica Cresci, a devotee of Hades, King of the Underworld in the Greek pantheon.
Angelica Cresci: https://www.angelicacresci.com/

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Just For Chills: Prankster Before Christmas, The Doll Dec 27, 2023

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This is Just For Chills, where on select weeks in between regular episodes I read spooky, spine tingling fictional stories - just for the chill of it. If you'd like to submit one, you can send it to storieswithsapphire@gmail.com
Today, I’ll be sharing the story of a father trying to find whats scaring his daughter. Then, I tell the tale of 2 friends who became psychically linked through a doll.
Chapter 1: Prankster Before Christmas, by Gela Jensson
Chapter 2: The Doll, by Krystal Clarke

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A Helping Hand: Stories of Spirits and People Helping Each Other Dec 20, 2023

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As the last full episode of the year, I’d like to leave you on an uplifting note with stories from real people who have been comforted and assisted by another person or spirit.
First, I share the story of a young person who performed an impromptu exorcism on her friend. Then, I tell the tale of a person who began finding gifts from a deceased relative. Next, I narrate the time someone received an undeniable sign from their deceased father. And finally, I speak with Melissa Trahan, host of the Ay Ghost Mio podcast, who had a reiki session that changed the course of her life.
Listen to Ay! Ghost Mio Podcast: https://ayghostmio.weebly.com/
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Last minute holiday gift ideas!
Healing sessions with Rannie Augogo www.magickaugogo.com //
Skincare, ritual supplies, spiritual consultations, and more with Lyn Pacificar www.herbalaria.com //
Filipino & magickal inspired art prints from Acaballz www.acaballz.com //
Ube pancake mix and other treats from Ninongs Dessert Lab www.ninongsdessertlab.com //
Filipino inspired makeup from Filipinta www.filipinta.com

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Not What They Seem: Stories of spirits imitating humans and animals Dec 06, 2023

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If a spirit walked past you, would you even know? In this week’s episode, I’ll be sharing stories from real people who encountered entities pretending to be something else.
First, I tell the tale of a person who witnessed something imitating her baby brother and mother. Then, I share the story of a mysterious black dog that visited a woman in labor in the Philippines. Next, I recount the time someone mistook a spirit for their friend.Then, I speak with Kristen and Erica, the hosts of Dinky Podcast, who share their bizarre encounters with spirits who made them do a double take.
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Listen to the Dinky Podcast - https://dinkypod.com/

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Unearthing the Supernatural: Stories from Indigenous Navajo paranormal investigators Shanclen and Hero Nov 22, 2023

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Happy Native American Heritage Month! On today’s episode, I speak with Shanclen and Hero, Indigenous Navajo paranormal investigators. They talk about what led them to create their Youtube channel Unearthing the Supernatural, what paranormal reality shows today get wrong, their favorite pieces of evidence they’ve captured, and their most memorable interactions with spirit.
Unearthing the Supernatural
https://www.youtube.com/@UnearthingtheSupernatural
Shanclen Shadow Productions
https://www.youtube.com/@ShanclenShadowProductions

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Discomfort Room: Stories of Haunted Bathrooms Nov 08, 2023

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Alright, I know it sounds silly - haunted bathrooms? Really? BUT, think of how many paranormal games take place in there. Think of the iconic horror movie scenes. There's something about bathrooms that make them ripe for hauntings, and that's what we'll be exploring in this week’s episode.
First, I tell the tale of a camper who encountered a boy scout late one night. Then, I share the story of a home that had a permanent resident in the bathroom. Then, I narrate the story of a mysterious childlike entity peeking over a stall. And finally, I tell the tale of a house plagued by inhuman energies.
Chapter 1: The Boy Scout, submitted by Kasey
Chapter 2: Girl in the Red Dress, submitted by Catherine
Chapter 3: Little Kid in the Stall, submitted by Mina
Chapter 4: The Basement Bathroom, submitted by River

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