In this episode, Cody and Chris talk about SLIders: people who can turn lights on and off without touching them. First, Cody introduces us to the strange phenomena by sharing different wacky accounts from around the world. Then, Chris talks about an Australian man who claims to have always been “electrically charged.” Next, Cody shares the exact steps on how to become a bonafide “electromancer” and control electricity to shock your friends. Finally, Chris discusses an electrician from Virginia w...
Feb 22, 2021•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this minisode, Cody and Chris tell two crazy stories about power surges. First, Chris talks about the Big Blackout of 1965, an incident that coincided with a huge number of UFO sightings (that may have been the cause, dun dun dunnnn). Then, Cody discusses Roy Sullivan, the luckiest or unluckiest guy ever (you be the judge) who got struck by lightning seven times and lived to tell about each incident. Can you guess the connection of these stories and next week’s topic?
Feb 15, 2021•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this very NSFW (aren’t they all?) episode, Cody and Chris celebrate Valentine’s Day by talking about sex rituals and magic. First, Cody shares an atheist’s experience with a sex ritual, performed at a yoga studio under a full moon. Then, Chris tells of a woman who believes her love spell may have manifested demons in her lover. Next, Cody discusses a Voodoo love spell that ended in fire...literally. Finally, Chris talks about a man who suspected he may have been under a puppeteer’s magic spel...
Feb 08, 2021•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast Valentine’s Day is the second worst commercialized holiday (after Christmas), and we’re celebrating it with some “love” stories (guess who wrote that sentence). First, Cody tells us about a strange tradition where a family listens outside a honeymoon suite to, um, doobers. Then, Chris talks about an ancient Egyption papyrus that, once translated, revealed an ancient erotic binding spell. These stories may be a little more obvious, but maybe not. You tell us!
Feb 01, 2021•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Cody and Chris take you to Cajun Country for some good old fashioned (and often hysterical) folklore. First, Cody talks about the pirate, Jean LaFitte, and the spirit known as the Fifolet that guards his treasure. Then, Chris discusses the Bigfoot of the Bayou known as the Honey Island Swamp Monster. Next, Cody shares The Grunch (that’s not a euphemism), a creature that may have formed out of testicles. Finally, Chris talks about the most famous of Cajun Cryptids, the Rougarou, ...
Jan 25, 2021•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this minisode, Cody and Chris tell two gruesome, murderous tales, so trigger warning and stuff. First, Chris talks about the Axeman of New Orleans, a mysterious person who loved jazz and referred to himself as the Angel of Death. Then, Cody tells a hauntingly sad story about a murdering janitor who killed students at a segregated school. Can you guess how these stories are connected? Listen to next week’s episode to find out!
Jan 18, 2021•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Cody and Chris talk about mysterious lost cities, those places lost to time, the elements, or other circumstances. First, Cody discusses the famous underwater island, Atlantis, full of riches, mystical creatures, and drrrrrrama. Then, Chris dives into the lost City of Z, a place that swallowed hundreds of explorers. Next, Cody talks about the ancient city of Crete, whose unexplained abandonment has spawned tons of interesting theories. Finally, Chris shares another lost city tha...
Jan 11, 2021•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Happy New Year! Once again, we are bringing you our year in review. Chris (intentionally) didn’t prepare for this one, so Cody asked all the questions, and it’s a really fun time! Like before, we discuss our favorite episodes of the year, favorite moments, future hopes, and of course, resolutions. We also introduce a few new tidbits, like the most listened to episodes of 2020. The results are actually going to affect the new year. It’s a classic case of learning from your past and living in the ...
Jan 04, 2021•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Because of the strange occurrences “popping up” all over the world, we decided to talk about monoliths. First, Cody discusses the Mên-an-Tol Stones that contain a hole that heals tuberculosis, hideousness, and infertility. Then, Chris tells us about a place he visited: the Mesoamerican City of Teotihuacán that contains three pyramids with potential paranormal connections. Next, Cody discusses the timeline of the current monoliths that first appeared in Utah and have now been found across the wor...
Dec 28, 2020•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this minisode, Cody and Chris share two stories that coincidentally involve the devil. First, Cody talks about the Aberdeen Witches, who were tried for doing such innocent things as drowning people in a river. Then, Chris shares the amazing creation myth - from the Brule Sioux - of Devil’s Tower in Wyoming. Can you find the connection between the two stories?
Dec 21, 2020•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this holiday special, we discuss those celestial beings usually impaled by the top of your tree - Angels. First, Cody discusses angels that appear at peoples’ deathbeds, including creepy angels of death. Then, Chris talks about a girl who dreamed of her guardian angel - the grandmother she never met. Next, Cody tells a fascinating story in which the writer was given information about his life by an angel… before his birth. Finally, Chris shares the story of Rose Benvenuto, who walked away fro...
Dec 15, 2020•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast As a holiday gift, we made this minisode a bit easier on you (at least we think we did). First, Chris talks about Salyut 7, a Soviet space station, and the bright encounters that the crew members all witnessed. Then, Cody shares three short stories, one with phantom bodyguards, that have a common golden thread. Can you guess next week’s topic?
Dec 07, 2020•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we discuss a crazy supernatural triangle - one of many around the world - called The Bridgewater Triangle, located in Massachusetts. First, Cody talks about Assonet Ledge, a haunted cliff where people are compelled to jump to their deaths. Then, Chris shares the story of a giant black dog that tore the throats of two cute, innocent ponies, and proceeded to terrify the entire area. Next, Cody tells us about Satanic ritualistic occurrences - including a grisly murder - that occurr...
Nov 30, 2020•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s minisode, we have tales of boys and bridges. First, Chris tells the story of a 4 and ½ year old boy who goes missing for 24 hours - during an ice storm - only to magically reappear with no recollection of what happened. Then, Cody talks about two haunted bridges, one that screams and one that cries. It’s the stuff of nightmares. See if you can guess next week’s topic from these tales.
Nov 23, 2020•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast It’s that time of year! We are celebrating Thanksgiving by telling tales of the Wampanoag-the Indigenous tribe whom we can attribute Thanksgiving to. First, Cody talks about Moshop the Giant, a deity who created the northeast, some of it with his butt. Then, Chris shares a story from the Mashpee about a sailor with creepy transparent legs. Next, Cody tells of the Wampanoag boogey man known as Hobomock. Finally, Chris talks about Hockomock Swamp, a place full of sooo many freaky paranormal happen...
Nov 16, 2020•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this Thanksgiving minisode, we are talking about, um, Thanksgiving (no spoiler there). But the stories are pretty different, so guessing next week’s topic could be tough. First, Cody shares some weird and funny Thanksgiving traditions - including dressing turkeys in onesies - in the U.S. and (random) Ghana. Then, Chris discusses a Pennsylvania ghost story that lead to the real-life discovery and uncovering of a mass grave. Can you guess the specific Thanksgiving topic?
Nov 09, 2020•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this Dia De Los Muertos special, Cody and Chris look at the mysterious side of death, talking about unexplained (and maybe paranormal) deaths that were never resolved. First, Cody discusses Tamin Shud (aka the Somerton Man), a well-dressed man (with amazing calves) who was murdered (maybe) in Australia. Then, Chris talks about the crazy last week in the life of master of macabre, Edgar Allan Poe, whose death has yet to be explained. Next, Cody shares the Dyatlov Pass incident, an insane story...
Nov 02, 2020•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this minisode, we turn to death, and that’s the only clue you get. First, Chris talks about famous Hollywood actress Natalie Wood, and her untimely (and super hella suspicious) drowning at the age of 43. Then, Cody shares some really weird (and unfortunate) ways some people died, including death by beard. Can you guess next week’s topic?
Oct 26, 2020•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this special Halloween episode promoting All the Horror (Check them out!), Cody and Chris talk about creepy books based on true events. First, Cody dives into one of the spookiest hotels and the inspiration for The Shining: The Stanley Hotel. Then, Chris fills his true-crime heart with the true story of mass murderer H.H. Holmes, the basis for the book, The Devil In the White City. Next, Cody talks about The Witchfinder’s Sister, a book based on Matthew Hopkins, who goes on a “witch”-hunting ...
Oct 19, 2020•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week’s Halloween minisode is brought to you by the letter M (hint: that’s not next week’s topic). First, Chris talks about a real house of horrors, an interactive “haunted” house known as McKamey Manor. Then, Cody tells a story about a decrepit animal that may or may not have returned from the grave. Can you guess next week’s episode?
Oct 12, 2020•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast For our first Halloween episode of the season, we go on an excursion to haunted Scotland with friend and author, Jacqueline E. Smith (link below). First, Cody tells us about the spirit of a girl named Annie and her Harry Styles obsession at Mary King’s Close. Then, Jackie discusses Greyfriars Kirkyard and the spirits that still linger there, namely one who literally scars people. Finally, Chris tells two stories about vampires: a creepy priest vampire and a 7-foot-tall one with metal teeth. In C...
Oct 05, 2020•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s minisode, we tell two very different stories with interconnecting caves. You read that right. First, Chris shares the history of the Bean Clan, who were incestuous, cannibalistic murders who supposedly killed (and ate) over a thousand people (wtf?). Then, Cody talks about the Blue Men (not to be confused withThe Blue Man Group), a breed of siren-like smurfs that live in undersea caves and control the weather. Can you guess next week’s topic?
Sep 28, 2020•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we spill the tea on Secret Societies (get it?). First, Chris talks about the exclusive club and summer retreat for rich, white, men: The Bohemian Club and Bohemian Grove. Then, Cody dives into Opus Dei, the so-called Catholic Mafia made famous by The DaVinci Code. Next, Chris discusses the Skull and Bones, a society from Yale University that boasts a number of conspiracies, including assassinations and bombs. Creep of the Week goes into some fun and strange traditions from diffe...
Sep 21, 2020•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week’s minisode stories are connected, we promise!. First, Chris discusses the tragic and mysterious death of Leighton Mount, a student involved with hazing at Northwestern University. Then, Cody tells a lighter story about The Ghost Club, a group founded by Charles Dickens that explored paranormal activity. See if you can find the common thread and guess next week’s topic!
Sep 14, 2020•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month in the U.S., we’ve decided to bring you some urban legends from the Latinx culture. First, Cody talks about El Sombreron, a Guatemalan man who seduces women and is obsessed with braiding hair. Then, Chris shares the legend of the Peruvian Pishtaco and how it was blamed for a murderous gang that killed people for their fat. Next, Cody brings the lighter tale of La Planchada, a comforting spirit with a well ironed uniform. Finally, Chris discusses another ...
Sep 07, 2020•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this minisode, we tell a couple of strange - and kinda violent - stories about kinda humanoids. First, Cody tells us about El Ciguapa, a beautiful naked lady (wearing her hair as clothes) who seduces men and eats them to their bones. Then, Chris tells about El Silbón, a whistling man who has been destined to carry around his father’s bones...and kill! You read that right. Take a listen and try to guess next week’s topic.
Aug 31, 2020•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, you are in for a crazy ride (translation: definite trigger warning on this one). We are telling stories of the deep and dark web, those places on the Internet where really awful things can occur. EEK!! First, Cody talks about pay-per-view sites known as Red Rooms, where people are said to be murdered...live. Then, Chris shares a creepy story about a game, complete with distorted incantations, known as Sad Satan. Next, Cody discusses a shady service in which you can hire an actua...
Aug 24, 2020•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast This is our first minisode of the season, and boy are you in for a doozy (trigger warning: Chris’ story has some graphic details)! First, Cody talks about a website called News of Future, that predicts future events through scientific research. Check them out to see what’s going to happen through 2050. Then, Chris talks about the grisly events of cannibal murderer, Armin Meiws, also known as the Master Butcher. Any guesses on our upcoming episode?
Aug 17, 2020•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast We are back for season four! Huzzah!! This episode is inspired by all the time we are spending at home with our pets. The topic is para-animals, or animals with special powers. First, Cody shares the tragic story of Overtoun Bridge, made infamous for its ability to make dogs jump off it, sometimes to their deaths (sad face). Then, Chris talks about a very special horse known as Lady Wonder, a very accurate predictor of future events. Next, Cody talks about N’kisii, a telepathic parrot who could ...
Aug 10, 2020•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast This is our last guest episode before we release new content (yay season 4!). This week, we bring you an episode from our friends (and one of Chris’ neighbors, Tracy, who you might remember from our Classic Monsters episode), Glamazons and Leprechauns, or GAL for short. In the episode, they discuss the trials and tribulations of traveling as a 6-foot-fabulous woman or a 5-foot-furious woman. Listen to their adventures from two very different perspectives, and as always, be sure to follow and sub...
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