Mimic Cryptids and Creatures This week we discuss mimics – creatures that disguise themselves by imitating the voices and appearances of our loved ones. We explore the umbrella term of “mimic” and break down the various cryptids that fall under this category, from the familiar doppelgangers and skinwalkers to the lesser-known but equally disturbing Fleshgait […]
The Demonic Possession of David Glatzel and Arne Johnson This week we dive into one of the most terrifying possession cases in American history – the haunting of the Glatzel family in 1980s Connecticut. When the family moved into what seemed like an innocent rental home in Brookfield, they had no idea they were stepping […]
The Cursed Civil War Land Our first tale comes from Ava in Newfoundland, Canada, who experienced something truly unsettling during a late-night phone call with friends in early 2022. What started as typical teenage conversation quickly turned into a nightmare when mysterious footsteps, slamming doors, and the sound of objects being moved around began echoing […]
Revenge of Resurrection Mary Our first story comes from a Sophia in Kentucky, who’s been dealing with paranormal activity since childhood – from mysterious balls rolling out from under beds to voices echoing through empty rooms. But things take a terrifying turn when she experiences physical attacks, including being grabbed by unseen hands while sleeping, […]
The Allagash Alien Abductions This week, we dive deep into one of the most compelling alien abduction cases of the 1970s – the Allagash incident. Four college friends from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design embarked on what should have been a relaxing week-long canoeing expedition through the remote wilderness of northern Maine. What […]
Gnomes In this episode of Believing the Bizarre, we dive deep into the mysterious world of gnomes – those diminutive creatures that might be hiding in plain sight as innocent lawn ornaments. We explore the fascinating history behind these legendary beings, tracing their origins from ancient Roman garden statues of fertility gods to the Swiss […]
The Tragic Demonic Investigation In this chilling episode of Believing the Bizarre, we dive into two haunting tales that’ll make you question what lurks in the shadows. First, we explore Kay’s family home in Pennsylvania, where for thirteen years they endured relentless paranormal activity. From mysterious voices calling out from empty rooms to unexplained tugging […]
The Empty Clock In this episode of Believing the Bizarre, we dive into three chilling listener-submitted stories. First, we explore Remy’s unsettling experiences in her basement, where she discovered a mysterious hallway with doors that wasn’t there before, and later encountered unexplained knocking at 3:12 AM. Next, we discuss Sarah’s encounter with a haunted clock […]
Cursed Games: Part 5 This week, we explore three eerie cursed games that blur the line between ritual and entertainment. We first discuss the Binoculars Game (also known as Eye Spy), where participants must secure a friend with rope while searching for a mysterious approaching figure through windows. Next, we delve into Cat Scratch, a […]
The Teke Teke and 8 Foot Tall Woman In this episode, we explore two fascinating Japanese Yokai legends: the Teke Teke and the Hachishakusama (Eight-Foot-Tall Woman). The Teke Teke is the vengeful spirit of a schoolgirl who was bullied, fell onto train tracks, and was cut in half by a train. Now she drags her […]