Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Conspiracies & Myths

• 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 alchemist Paracelsus, who classified them as earth elementals. Along the way, we uncover the surprising connection between modern garden gnomes and actual hermits that wealthy landowners once hired to live in their yards, complete with pointed hats and robes, serving wine and dispensing wisdom to visitors. Get 60% off Magic Mind here with our link and code: https://magicmind.com/bizarreEDU & BIZARRE60#magicmind #mentalperformance We share three compelling modern Reddit encounters, including a mushroom hunter's shocking discovery in a national forest and mysterious kitchen disturbances that reveal more than expected. We also visit a disturbing historical newspaper account from 1895 Cincinnati involving two Massachusetts families and their traumatic encounters with malevolent gnomes during thunderstorms. Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merchWant to send BTB something? Ship it here: 3570 Executive Drive, Suite 218, Uniontown, Ohio 44685 Episode keywords: gnomes, folklore, mythological creatures, fae beings, earth elementals, garden gnomes, Paracelsus, Renaissance magic, alchemy, Roman gods, Priapus, fertility gods, hermits, Scandinavian folklore, household spirits, red caps, blood-soaked hats, cryptids, forest encounters, Reddit stories, paranormal encounters, mining spirits, Bergmännlein, underground creatures, supernatural beings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Terrified Together with... Scared All the Time Podcast

  In our inaugural episode of "Terrified Together," we partnered with Chris and Ed from "Scared All the Time Podcast" to dive into spine-chilling listener submissions that had us questioning reality itself. We kicked things off with Taylor's haunting tale from Marietta, Ohio - a 21-year-old who bought what seemed like the perfect starter home, only to discover it came with some very unwelcome residents. From mysterious footsteps in a locked attic to pets behaving in ways that would make any animal lover's blood run cold, Taylor's experience had us all leaning into our mics with genuine concern and fascination. Our second story transported us across the pond to Ireland, where our listener Carrie Anne's life took a dramatic turn after an innocent hike in the mountains of Sligo. What started as a family walk through familiar terrain became something far more sinister when she encountered an ancient stone monument and made the fateful decision to explore a forbidden fairy fort. Make sure to check out Scared All the Time Podcast! Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merchWant to send BTB something? Ship it here: 3570 Executive Drive, Suite 218, Uniontown, Ohio 44685 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 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 at feet and hands, this suburban house seemed determined to make its presence known. The most unsettling revelation? Those voices Kaye heard calling her name may not have been coming from downstairs at all, but from something much closer to home. Our second story takes a dramatically darker turn with Anthony's submission about his paranormal investigation group, the Midnight Men. What started as a simple case to help an old friend spiraled into something far more sinister than anyone could have imagined. When a seasoned medium abruptly cut all ties after meeting the affected family, it should have been a red flag. Instead, Anthony and his team pressed forward, only to discover that some entities don't wait for you to visit them – they come to you first. This tragic tale serves as a sobering reminder that in the world of paranormal investigation, there are forces that even the most experienced shouldn't dare to challenge. Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon. For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscord Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Want to send BTB something? Ship it here: 3570 Executive Drive, Suite 218, Uniontown, Ohio 44685 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 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 at feet and hands, this suburban house seemed determined to make its presence known.The most unsettling revelation? Those voices Kaye heard calling her name may not have been coming from downstairs at all, but from something much closer to home.Our second story takes a dramatically darker turn with Anthony's submission about his paranormal investigation group, the Midnight Men.What started as a simple case to help an old friend spiraled into something far more sinister than anyone could have imagined.When a seasoned medium abruptly cut all ties after meeting the affected family, it should have been a red flag.Instead, Anthony and his team pressed forward, only to discover that some entities don't wait for you to visit them – they come to you first. This tragic tale serves as a sobering reminder that in the world of paranormal investigation, there are forces that even the most experienced shouldn't dare to challenge.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merchWant to send BTB something? Ship it here: 3570 Executive Drive, Suite 218, Uniontown, Ohio 44685

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• 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 in her friend Kaven's apartment that moved its hands despite having no batteries, and the terrifying presence that seemingly followed her home.Finally, we examine Maddie's two distinct paranormal experiences - one involving her mother seeing a weeping woman on a Paris train that no one else could see, and another about a meditation session that may have summoned UFOs.Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merchWant to send BTB something? Ship it here: 3570 Executive Drive, Suite 218, Uniontown, Ohio 44685 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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