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604: Dreamscape Gateways (Members)
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604: Dreamscape Gateways (Members)

In Episode 604: Dreamscape Gateways, Adam shares about his multiple encounters with 'Beings' in his dreams, from childhood to now. He recounts a harrowing childhood experience involving the sighting of three reptilian entities during a lucid moment while playing outdoors at the age of seven. Describing these beings as physically tangible and clothed in leather-like attire, he attempts to convey the intense fear instilled in him during the encounter. He believed that the reptilian entities sought to feed off the energy of his fear, leaving a lasting impact on his psyche.

Adam recalled a separate vivid dream experience involving encounters with demonic entities and a mysterious magical manuscript. The dream unfolded as he explored a house in a dream state, discovering ancient grimoires and scrolls filled with esoteric knowledge. He detailed an unsettling encounter with a man holding an ominous book, which he opened, unleashing dark symbols and a profound demonic energy. At this point he felt overwhelming darkness and proclaimed the name of Jesus Christ to dispel the demonic presence. There seems to be an intricate relationship between dreams, mystical manuscripts there-in, and encounters with supernatural entities, offering a distinctive perspective on the convergence of the dream world and reality.

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602: Escaping The Darkness (Members)
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602: Escaping The Darkness (Members)

In Episode 602: Escaping The Darkness, Yaw recounts his personal journey through the eerie realms of sleep paralysis and unnerving encounters with otherworldly entities. He vividly describes the disconcerting moments of waking up immobilized, accompanied by haunting whispers. One particularly unsettling episode involves a brush with a female spirit identified as a succubus. Yaw draws a chilling connection between these occurrences and his grandmother's alleged involvement in dark spiritual practices as a witch in his native Ghana.

Throughout the episode, Yaw underscores the pivotal role of his Christian faith in triumphing over these daunting challenges. Notably, he shares the harrowing experience of encountering a deeply disturbing entity during a toxic relationship. This malevolent being, described as walking on all fours with its head twisted backward and torso facing upwards, adds another layer of horror to Yaw's already chilling narrative.

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600: Possession of the Unseen Realm (Members)
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600: Possession of the Unseen Realm (Members)

In Episode 600: Possession of the Unseen Realm, we are joined by Patrick as he shares his incredible journey from battling addiction and demonic oppression to finding redemption and purpose. We dive deep into Patrick's past, discussing his early years as a skater and punk rocker, his involvement in drugs, and his harrowing experiences with demonic forces. As Patrick tells his story, he highlights the struggles he faced, the impact of addiction on his life, and the supernatural encounters that eventually led him to seek help. Today he shares his inspiring journey of recovery and self-discovery with us. This is a raw and authentic conversation that aims to offer hope and encouragement to those facing similar challenges.

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598: The Mushroom People (Members)
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598: The Mushroom People (Members)

In Episode 598: The Mushroom People we are joined by Kevin. His journey takes an unexpected turn into the realm of mushroom people during his childhood. From following animal tracks in the snow to stumbling upon a tiny village of mushroom beings, Kevin's experience is both surreal and fascinating. The telepathic communication with a mushroom on his shoulder adds another layer of intrigue. The twist with his glasses breaking and discovering he no longer needed them is something that gives this story real-life consequences. The blend of childhood innocence, the supernatural, and personal growth makes for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation. Join us as we explore Kevin's unique journey through the lens of his regression therapy that uncovered the mysteries of mushroom people.

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596: The Outback Hellhound (Members)
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596: The Outback Hellhound (Members)

In Episode 596: The Outback Hellhound we talk with John, who shares his incredible and terrifying encounters with the mysterious dogman of Australia. John's story begins with a strange encounter in the bush, a place where he used to go fishing. He describes encountering a creature that made him fear for his life. As he paddles down the river, the episode takes a chilling turn as John hears a voice in his head warning him to leave immediately, just moments before a menacing and otherworldly creature begins charging toward him. John's detailed account and the suspenseful atmosphere make for a riveting story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. 

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594: World of Portals with Ex-Satanic High Wizard Zach King (Members)
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594: World of Portals with Ex-Satanic High Wizard Zach King (Members)

In Episode 594: World of Portals we bring back a fascinating guest Zach King. He once claimed to be an ex-Satanic high wizard, and now, years later, we bring him back to discuss some mind-bending topics. Join us as we get into the world of portals, interdimensional phenomena, and other far-out concepts. While we didn't cover everything we had in mind, the two-hour conversation with Zach was filled with surprises. Get ready for an intriguing discussion that touches on topics like flying humans and much more!

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592: Beast of the LBL (Members)
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592: Beast of the LBL (Members)

In Episode 592: Beast of the LBL we are joined by Elijah Henderson from Cryptid Studies Institute. He comes to share what he and his father have been able to learn and uncover about the dogman of the LBL (Land Between The Lakes). The LBL is also known for a range of cryptid encounters such as Bigfoot, Mothman, and other strange phenomena. The remote wilderness of the area and its dark history make it a hotspot for cryptid enthusiasts and paranormal investigators. The sheer number of reported encounters and sightings in the LBL has cemented its status as a mysterious and eerie place that continues to attract those interested in the unexplained.

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590: Smoky Mountain Secrets (Members)
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590: Smoky Mountain Secrets (Members)

In Episode 590: Smoky Mountain Secrets, we have special guests, Andrew and Jason from AFK Discussions. Andrew and Jason currently work together and Jason found out interesting things about Andrew that he thought would be interesting for the audience to hear today. Andrew shares his fascinating journey from New York to Knoxville. His story involves synchronicities and a mysterious pull toward East Tennessee. He discusses his background working as a D.O.D. contractor and how he came to learn about intriguing topics such as pyramids in the Smoky Mountains and ley lines connecting sacred sites around the world. 

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587: Bigfoot Outside My RV (Members)
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587: Bigfoot Outside My RV (Members)

In Episode 587: Bigfoot Outside My RV, Jessey discusses his journey into faith and his experiences with the paranormal, culminating in an encounter with what he believes to be a Bigfoot. He emphasizes the potential existence of various beings, including remnants of Nephilim, interdimensional beings, and government-created entities, and highlights the complexity of these topics. Jessey also mentions finding small footprints and handprints on his roof, suggesting the presence of a young Bigfoot during his encounter. Through talking with Jessey the common ground we find is that reality is far stranger and more mysterious than conventional beliefs suggest.

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585: Mississippi Swamp Stalker (Members)
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585: Mississippi Swamp Stalker (Members)

In Episode 585: Mississippi Swamp Stalker, our guest David recalls a terrifying experience from 1995 when he and his friend ventured into a Mississippi swamp for a nighttime coyote hunt. What began as a routine hunting trip took a chilling turn as they found themselves stalked by an unknown entity for hours. As they navigated the swamp's eerie waters, they encountered bizarre and unexplainable phenomena, from strange vocalizations to a mysterious showdown between the entity and a pack of coyotes. Join us as we try to make sense of the haunting events that unfolded that fateful night with the Mississippi swamp stalker.

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583: Tormented Time Warp (Members)
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583: Tormented Time Warp (Members)

In Episode 583: Tormented Time Warp, Mike, a former Army soldier turned civil engineer, has had a series of intriguing and often unsettling experiences that straddle the line between the paranormal and the unexplained. While stationed in various locations like Korea and Iraq, he encountered strange phenomena ranging from shadowy figures and unexplained footsteps to witnessing a black triangular craft. His most chilling experience involved a red-eyed shadow man who tormented him by distorting his past and revealing an alternate future. Despite his scientific background and rational perspective, Mike remains open to the mysteries of the paranormal, making his journey through these eerie encounters a fascinating blend of the supernatural and the scientific.

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581: Edge of Darkness in Cuiaba, Brazil (Members)
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581: Edge of Darkness in Cuiaba, Brazil (Members)

In Episode 581: Cuiaba's Edge of Darkness, we are joined by Rick as he recounts his unforgettable four-month journey that unfolded in Cuiaba, Brazil, back in 2007. Residing near an abandoned Umbanda spiritist center, Rick's tale begins with the eerie sound of a phantom drum playing in the dead of night. However, that was merely the start of his harrowing experiences. Rick shares an encounter with an insectoid alien in the confines of his own room, a disturbing attempt at abduction. He also shares how he narrowly escaped not one, but two murder attempts: one involving an armed individual near the center and the other instigated by a man who believed people were trying to expose his infidelity. He also reveals his experiences with spirits in his room and a mysterious individual from the center, who has a bizarre backstory. Rick brings us an episode that will leave you wanting to know more about the edge of darkness in Cuiaba, Brazil.

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579: Demonic Dominion of Youngstown (Members)
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579: Demonic Dominion of Youngstown (Members)

In Episode 579: Demonic Dominion of Youngstown, we are joined by Louis, a former professional MMA fighter who has transitioned into a firefighter in Youngstown, Ohio. During our conversation, Louis shares his intriguing observations about the seemingly unique prevalence of demonic activity in Youngstown. As one of the first responders to emergency calls, he often finds himself at the forefront of these unsettling incidents. Louis attests that when he gazes into the eyes of the people he encounters on these scenes, he senses the presence of something beyond their normal selves – a malevolent influence, or at its most alarming, a potential demonic possession.

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577: Hollywood’s Glamorous Underbelly (Member)
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577: Hollywood’s Glamorous Underbelly (Member)

In Episode 557: Hollywood’s Glamorous Underbelly, we get into the concealed facets of Hollywood, exposing its mysterious and often dangerous underbelly. This marks our third recording with Glenn, and he doesn't hold back, entertaining us with riveting tales of the Italian Mafia's influence and the eccentric world of Motown personalities, all within the epicenter of Tinseltown.

As Glenn opens up further, we're granted a glimpse into the lavish parties where cocaine flows without restraint and bizarre rituals are employed to manipulate and mold artists. Our hearts ache as we explore the devastating toll of addiction, something that has tragically claimed the lives of numerous gifted musicians, including one who was close friends with Glenn.

We also shed light on the disconcerting practice of sexual exploitation and blackmail that has cast a long, dark shadow over the entertainment industry for years, with the Harvey Weinstein scandal serving as a chilling example.

And, yes, we also get into the amazing green portal that Glenn managed to capture on camera on his property.

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575: Dogman Siege of Fort Campbell (Member
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575: Dogman Siege of Fort Campbell (Member

In Episode 575: Dogman Siege of Fort Campbell, we are joined by Nick, the man behind the renowned Instagram account Tales From The Grid Square, and Isaiah, who brings us thrilling accounts of dogmen taunting soldiers from the shadowy depths of the "Back 40" on Fort Campbell. Isaiah initially reached out to Nick, accompanied by two fellow soldiers, each offering their unique perspective on a harrowing night when a dogman unleashed chaos within the base. This extraordinary event prompted a frantic, repeated radio call for assistance using the term "dogman." However, the presence of this creature is far from novel at Fort Campbell, with tales dating back to the 1970s recounting its intrusion onto the base and its confrontation with soldiers.

Fort Campbell has gained notoriety for such occurrences, and today, Isaiah and Nick share firsthand encounters with dogmen, as well as stories they've gathered from other soldiers stationed around the base who've come face to face with this otherworldly monster.

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573: Knocks In The Night (Members)
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573: Knocks In The Night (Members)

In Episode 573: Knocks In The Night we are talking with Carlos whose life has been intertwined with the paranormal since childhood, with a family history full of supernatural events. Summers in a centuries-old Mexican house reveal a ghost dressed in period clothing pointing at a wall, possibly tied to Spanish gold hidden in the walls. A family séance uncovers secrets and a potential curse. Another eerie event involves a curtain parting and an alien-like creature attempting to lift their aunt from a bed. Carlos's own experiences begin at age 9-10, including a terrifying incident where a static-filled voice speaks an unknown dialect from an old boom box. Fast-forwarding to recent years, Carlos captures a chilling knocking incident in their home, an eerie occurrence witnessed by their family. Another recent event involves metallic spheres hovering in the sky, recorded in slow motion and revealing unexplainable phenomena. This episode unravels Carlos's personal journey through a lifetime of haunting encounters and inexplicable experiences.

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571: Time Deduction Abductions (Members)
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571: Time Deduction Abductions (Members)

In Episode 571: Time Deduction Abductions, Josh recounts a remarkable encounter from his childhood. He vividly remembers a day when he, his parents, and even his cousin witnessed a bizarre spectacle: a ball of green and blue light twirling in the sky. With his family, he stood captivated as the mysterious lights performed an otherworldly dance before suddenly disappearing. What makes this account even more intriguing is that Josh's cousin and numerous others reported seeing the same phenomenon on the same day, gaining attention even from the local news.

As Josh revisits this extraordinary memory, he begins to speculate about a potential connection to his later experiences. He explores the possibility that his early encounter could have marked the beginning of a series of inexplicable events in his life. This revelation sparks a conversation with his mother, who corroborates his memories and fears, offering a newfound sense of validation to Josh's journey.

As the podcast unfolds, Josh hints at a much larger narrative yet to be unveiled. He will continue to unravel his encounters with extraterrestrial entities, telepathy, frozen time, shadow people, and even warps in the fabric of reality.

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569: The Poconos Squonk (Members)
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569: The Poconos Squonk (Members)

In Episode 569: The Poconos Squonk we welcome Isaiah to the show who will walk us through his experience of missing time after encountering a rare cryptid! One night, while driving home from his girlfriend's place, Isaiah encounters something truly bizarre as he collided with a mysterious creature known as the "Squonk" with his car. The Squonk is a creature exclusive to Pennsylvania, and more specifically, the Poconos, where this collision happened. You might be wondering, what on earth is a squonk? Well, you're not alone. Isaiah had never heard of it either until he stumbled upon some pictures recently that matched the creature he encountered that wild night.

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567: Bean Wizard vs Demon Boy (Members)
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567: Bean Wizard vs Demon Boy (Members)

In Episode 567: "Bean Wizard vs. Demon Boy," we have the pleasure of welcoming Justin, also known as The Bean Wizard, to the show. Justin has an impressive social media presence and has an intriguing connection to this podcast. In a previous episode, Episode 387, we featured a captivating story from Emmett, who recounted his encounter with a dogman while hunting in Vermont. Following that, we dove into an overtime segment called "Demon Boy," where Emmett revealed a spine-chilling experience he had as a camp counselor during his time working at a summer camp. During "Demon Boy," Emmett recounted the chilling tale of a seemingly demonically possessed boy at the summer camp, who possessed the ability to physically affect him, even causing him to pass out. The story left listeners on the edge of their seats. What makes this tale even more intriguing is that the other camp counselor, who went through this harrowing experience alongside Emmett, is none other than our guest today, Justin.

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565: Enochian Technology with Charlie (Members)
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565: Enochian Technology with Charlie (Members)

In Episode 565 titled "Enochian Technology with Charlie," we have the pleasure of welcoming back Charlie, who previously appeared in Episode 122: "Secret Military Enochian Technology." Given the recent advancements in the UFO disclosure movement, we were eager to have Charlie share his perspectives on current events in the UFO information dumps. It appears that the account he shared on The Confessionals years ago is gaining validation with the ongoing release of information by various governments. During this episode, we delve into Charlie's firsthand experiences during that legendary mission, exploring the events and occurrences surrounding him. Additionally, we engage in discussions exploring new theories and possibilities related to what might have been happening to him and around him during his journey to the UFO and back to the ship.

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