A new YouGov survey shows that belief in extraterrestrial life has firmly entered the American mainstream. What was once a fringe idea is now a majority view: 56% of Americans say aliens definitely or probably exist, and nearly half believe those visitors have already made their way to Earth. For many, the question is no longer if extraterrestrials exist, but when we’ll encounter them again.

Deep in the river valleys of Taylor County, West Virginia, a strange legend has lingered for more than sixty years — a hulking, pale-skinned creature so massive and so silent that early witnesses didn’t know whether they’d encountered an animal or something entirely unknown. Known today as The Grafton Monster or The Beast of Grafton, this headless-looking giant first appeared in the summer of 1964 and quickly became one of Appalachia’s most unnerving mysteries. Here are five fast facts about the creature that left a permanent mark on the hills around Grafton.

A futuristic showdown between man-made intelligence and ancient beasts — this episode dives into the blurred line between technology and the supernatural. From AI robots and self-driving trucks to cryptids breaching realms, the moon landing hoax, and what’s coming next — we’re pulling back The Thin Veil of Reality.

Pender County, North Carolina may be known for its coastal charm and quiet back roads, but one late-night 911 call revealed something far more disturbing. What began as a driver reporting a bleeding man on the roadside quickly turned into an encounter with something unexplainable—something not human. This is the story of a chilling night on Highway 210, where the line between reality and the unknown blurred in terrifying ways. Hear the 911 call and check out the interview in the video from Carolina Case Files.

Today’s Creature Feature Friday takes us to Braxton County, West Virginia, where a mysterious being appeared one September evening in 1952 — and has haunted UFO and cryptid lore ever since!

Every state carries its own share of eerie folklore, unexplained sightings, and shadowy figures that seem to step out of another reality entirely. And while Tennessee is where we call home now, Pennsylvania—the state we originally came from—holds its own rich history of terrifying legends and cryptid tales! With its dense Appalachian forests, endless caves, and forgotten industrial ruins, the Keystone State is crawling with monsters that have haunted locals for centuries. From small forest apes to water beasts, these are the Top 5 Legendary Monsters of Pennsylvania, legends that make even lifelong residents think twice about wandering too deep into the woods at night.

If you’re into hidden civilizations, ancient folklore, or creatures that might still be lurking in the shadows, then this week’s cryptid is one you won’t want to miss. Hawaii might be known for its tropical beauty, but it’s also home to a legend that’s been whispered about for centuries. For this Creature Feature Friday, we’re heading to the islands to meet the elusive, pint-sized mystery known as the Menehune.

Every state in America has its own share of strange legends, mysterious creatures, and stories that blur the line between myth and memory. From swamp beasts in the bayous to ghostly hitchhikers on desolate highways, the U.S. is a patchwork of paranormal lore. And what better state to start with than the one we call home—Tennessee. With its ancient mist-covered mountains, deep lakes, and centuries of layered history, the Volunteer State is teeming with cryptid tales that refuse to die. Below are some of the most legendary monsters said to roam Tennessee’s woods and waters.

Not all monsters live in haunted houses! Some swim just under the waves. August 7th — National Sea Serpent Day — is for the beasts we rarely see but never stop imagining. In coves, creeks, lakes, and oceans across North America, long-bodied creatures have stirred panic, awe, and centuries of speculation. Legends aren’t born from nothing — especially not the kind told by sober sailors, stunned sheriffs, and terrified tourists. These are the top 10 North American sea serpent encounters that refused to sink quietly into myth.

The Appalachian Mountains are full of beauty, mystery… and monsters. In this episode of Unexplained Encounters, host Darkness Prevails powers through allergy chaos and family madness to bring you terrifying tales straight from deep within the hollers. From a blood-freezing encounter with the Appalachian Howler to a shapeshifting entity that lures children into the woods, these real-life stories will leave you questioning every rustle in the trees.

The American wilderness holds more than just scenic views—it hides stories that defy explanation. From glowing lights above remote mountains to creatures that prowl the dark edges of campgrounds, reports of ghostly visitors, vanishing campers, and mysterious cryptids have haunted outdoor explorers for generations.

If you’re the kind of person who keeps one eye on the woods and one on the weird, you’ll appreciate this little-known slice of American high strangeness. Picture it: rural Ohio, the 1880s, a sleepy town by a creek… and something absolutely massive crawling out of a hollow sycamore tree to drag a boy away. Sounds like the setup for a Stranger Things episode, but this one came from the Rightside Up—and it's terrifyingly real. Meet this week’s cryptid oddity in Creature Feature Friday: the Crosswick Monster.

Loch Ness may have kept its most famous resident hidden yet again, but a recent large-scale expedition has uncovered intriguing new clues—and perhaps even a glimpse into how a creature like Nessie might survive. Dubbed The Quest, this four-day search from May 22 to 25 drew hundreds of monster hunters from around the world to the 23-mile-long Scottish loch. For the first time, high-tech tools like Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) were deployed below the surface in an attempt to capture clear underwater footage

Lakes are beautiful on the surface—but beneath their still waters often lie chilling secrets. For centuries, these seemingly peaceful places have been the setting for ghostly apparitions, phantom hitchhikers, and monstrous creatures that defy explanation. From women in white wandering the shorelines to serpent-like beasts slipping through the depths, haunted lakes across the world are steeped in legend, mystery, and fear. Here are five ghost-ridden lakes and five legendary lake monsters that continue to captivate—and terrify—those who dare to look beneath the surface.

You’re a mean one, Mr… Grunch? As if Louisiana didn’t already have enough going on— gators, voodoo, and hurricanes—let’s throw in a bloodsucking goat-goblin with glowing eyes. Meet today’s Creature Feature Friday: The Grunch!