This week on Lunatic Soup, we dive headfirst into the swirling vortex of the Maury Island UFO incident! We'll set our sights on Tacoma, Washington in 1947, where a tale of otherworldly encounters, government cover-ups, and the birth of the "Men in Black" legend all unfolded. Was it a close encounter with cosmic comrades, a case of mass hysteria, or something more sinister?

Project Stargate was a secret unit established in 1978 to investigate the potential for psychic phenomena in military and domestic intelligence opperations. The project mainly involed finding gifted individuals who could use their abilities for things such as remoite viewing, ESP and seeing the future. Join us as we learn about the project, how they used psychic powers and what happened to the individuals involved.

Today's episode will chill you to the bone with a deep dive into the hauntings of Myrtle Plantation – one of America's most infamous historic sites. We'll explore the web of tragedies that befell the plantation's inhabitants, from the brutal murder of a young slave girl named Chloe to the numerous yellow fever outbreaks that claimed many lives.  We'll discuss the chilling ghost stories associated with Myrtle Plantation, including sightings of spectral figures, unexplained noises, and objects moved by unseen hands.  Is this a place forever marked by suffering, or is there something more to the unsettling activity?  Listen to find out!

Join hosts Meg and Reyna as they celerate 1 year of the podcast!

Today we are talking about the infamous Bridgewater Triangle, a hotspot for paranormal activity and unexplained occurrences nestled within the state of Massachusetts.  We'll dive deep into the region's dark history, exploring tales of UFO sightings, mysterious lights, freakish animal mutations, and even ghostly pirate ships.  Was this area cursed? Is it a haven for interdimensional beings? Join us to learn more!

Explore the chilling tales and folklore surrounding hauntings of well known, massive bodies of water, weaving together history, maritime tragedy, and paranormal encounters.  This week we are discussing the Hauntings of the American Great Lakes.

Have you ever come across a creature and firmly believed that it's not what it appears to be? In this episode, we explore the terrifying world of shapeshifters, delving into their origins and the legends surrounding them. Brace yourself, as some of these tales might make you want to keep a watchful eye while you sleep...

These tiny, hairy humanoids are said to inhabit the forests of the northeastern United States and Canada, known for their love of pranks and trickery.  Today, we will bel exploring the legends and folklore of the Pukwudgie.  Is the Pukwudgie a mischievous sprite, a misunderstood creature, or something else entirely?  Join us as we stir the pot of mystery and serve up a steaming helping of Pukwudgie lore.

Government cover ups, time travel, telepathy and making objects appear out of thin air- all these things are ingredients for a good conspiracy theory. Did a few men uncover repressed memories that led them to unveiling one of the government's most egregious cover ups? Or are these the stories of the overactive imaginations of ordinary men? Today we are talking about The Montauk Project.

In today's episode we delve into the chilling history of the Pendle Witch Trials, one of the darkest chapters in England's past. In 1612, amidst rolling hills and superstitious whispers, ten individuals, mostly poor and ostracized women, were accused of witchcraft and met a gruesome fate.

Welcome to Haunted Vermont, this episode we will delve into the dark corners of the Green Mountain State, exploring chilling tales of ghosts, folklore, and the unexplained. Join us as we journey through charming villages and windswept mountains, unearthing the whispered secrets of Vermont's haunted past.

Get ready for a pot o' gold and a whole lot of green this week on Lunatic Soup, as we dive deep into the world of Leprechauns! Join us as we explore the folklore and legends surrounding these mischievous creatures, from their origins in Celtic mythology to their modern pop culture portrayals.

Get ready to grab your tinfoil hats, Lunatics, because this week we're diving deep into the world of the infamous Greys! These slender, big-eyed beings have haunted the fringes of UFO lore for decades, but are they just figments of our collective imagination, or is there something more to these pale-skinned visitors? From bizarre abductions to close encounters of the freaky kind, buckle up as we take a journey down a few rabbit holes!

Today’s episode covers all three of our themes of wild, weird and unknown!  We’re going to delve into the deep freeze of Antarctica, where mysterious whispers and intriguing secrets have swirled for decades. We’ll explore the most captivating conspiracy theories surrounding the frozen continent, from hidden civilizations and ancient ruins to extraterrestrial activity and cover-ups by powerful governments.

Today’s episode we will discuss a toy that most of us probably had at one point; a beloved doll. He sits perched on a chair, eyes like bottomless pits and a sly grin etched on his painted face. This isn't your average childhood companion that we all have loved at one time in our lives. This is Robert the Doll, a porcelain terror with a reputation for mischief and maybe even... the supernatural.

Lunatic Soup Bonus! We’ve reached 50 glorious episodes of Lunatic Soup, and let’s just say, things have gotten a little strange along the way! In this special episode, we take a break from the paranormal to reminisce about all the wild rides we’ve been on together!

Welcome to the first Lunatic Soup watch party! On this episode we watch a documentary called Demon House and take you with us as we discuss, analyze and share the story of the documentary with you. The story takes place in Gary, Indiana. Host Zak Bagans takes us to a home that has been reportedly possed by demons. Between people being possesed, random injuries and illness to many people who stepped foot in the home, and lots of police footage after the family who once lived there was taken to the hospital, its hard to discount the activity in this demon house.

Today’s episode is going ghosty.  We are going to delve into the story of the Amityville Horror, a case that continues to captivate and terrify audiences to this day. In 1975, the Lutz family moved into a seemingly idyllic home at 112 Ocean Avenue in Amityville, New York. What began as a dream soon turned into a nightmare as they claimed to be tormented by a series of increasingly disturbing events. You may want to keep the lights on for this one.

Today’s episode is going ghosty.  We are going to delve into the story of the Amityville Horror, a case that continues to captivate and terrify audiences to this day. In 1975, the Lutz family moved into a seemingly idyllic home at 112 Ocean Avenue in Amityville, New York. What began as a dream soon turned into a nightmare as they claimed to be tormented by a series of increasingly disturbing events. You may want to keep the lights on for this one.

It's another Sabat Series! Today, we turn our attention to Imbolc, a Gaelic festival marking the beginning of spring and the halfway point between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. Join us as we discuss the history, traditions and modern ways to celebrate this beautiful Sabat!