Wondering Monsters Podcast

What would happen if governments around the world suddenly admitted that aliens are real?

Would humanity unite as a single species, or would the announcement trigger panic, conspiracy theories, political turmoil, and new religions? In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we explore one of the biggest questions in UFO and paranormal research: How would alien disclosure actually happen—and what comes next?

We discuss:

What if crop circles are more than just pranksters with boards and rope?

In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we dive deep into one of the strangest paranormal mysteries of the last century: crop circles. From the famous Stonehenge fractal formations and the mysterious Arecibo “response” circle to claims of microwave radiation, burned wheat nodes, and impossible overnight designs, we explore the evidence, t...

Are goblins real… and could they actually be hiding inside your house?

In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we dive deep into the strange folklore, paranormal history, and modern mythology surrounding goblins. Forget the fantasy RPG version — traditional goblins were believed to be chaotic household spirits that hid in walls, crawled beneath floorboards, stole objects, caused disturbances, and thrived wher...

What exactly is a witch?

In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we explore the strange and fascinating history of witches, witchcraft, folklore, and supernatural fear across centuries of human history. From the terrifying Strix of ancient Rome to the legendary Baba Yaga of Slavic folklore, we trace how witches evolved from mythical monsters into some of the most feared figures in society.

We dive into the Salem Witch Tria...

Is it all in peoples' heads or is there something to this?

Are ghosts real… or is something else going on? 👻

In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we take a deep dive into one of the oldest and most debated paranormal questions of all time. From chilling personal experiences to famous historical hauntings, we explore what people are actually encountering when they claim to see or hear ghosts.

We break down the dif...

Dive into the mysterious world of gremlins and supernatural sabotage in this episode on dark history. From early aviation folklore to wartime legends, we explore how tiny mythical creatures were blamed for unexplained mechanical failures and mysterious technology malfunctions.

In this episode, we uncover:

• The origins and characteristics of gremlins in military and aviation history.
• How folklore shaped perceptions of technology and...

Is an AI apocalypse actually coming or are we already living in the early stages of it?

In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we dive deep into the real dangers of artificial intelligence. From job loss and economic collapse to rogue AI systems and autonomous robots, this isn’t science fiction anymore ... it’s happening right now.

We break down the most realistic AI doomsday scenarios, including:

• The colla...

In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we explore the true folklore behind leprechauns and uncover how these mysterious figures of Irish legend differ from the cheerful mascots most people imagine today. While modern culture portrays leprechauns as green-clad guardians of pots of gold, traditional Irish folklore paints a far more intriguing picture ... one filled with fairy law, trickster bargains, hidden treasure, and ...

Are cursed dolls, treasure, and other objects real or are they just stories we tell to explain bad luck?

In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we explore haunted dolls, cursed treasure, and the deeper folklore behind supernatural misfortune. From Robert the Doll and Annabelle to the infamous curse of Tutankhamun's tomb, we unpack the legends, the history, and the psychology behind objects said to bring tragedy to anyone...

Time slips … real, fake, or something in between?

In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we explore the strange and unsettling phenomenon known astime slips… brief moments where reality appears to shift and someone finds themselves in another era.

From the famousMoberly-Jourdain incident at Versaillesto the recurring reports onBold Street in Liverpool, we examine some of the most compelling time slip cases ...

For centuries, something has haunted the dark waters of Loch Ness. Is the Loch Ness Monster a surviving prehistoric creature or something far stranger?

In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we explore the full Nessie cryptid history, tracing the legend of the Loch Ness Monster from ancient Scottish folklore and medieval encounters to modern sightings, scientific investigations, and occult theory.

We examine early account...

Ghost ships have haunted sailors for centuries, but what really happens when a ship is found drifting with no crew?

In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we dive into the chilling world of ghost ships, abandoned vessels, and cursed voyages. From legendary phantom ships like the Flying Dutchman to real-life maritime mysteries such as the Mary Celeste, we explore why the ocean has produced so many unsettling stories.

We br...

What happens if you meet a massive black dog with glowing red eyes at a crossroads... at night?

In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we explore the terrifying and fascinating mythology of Hellhounds—spectral black dogs that appear in cemeteries, lonely roads, graveyards, and liminal spaces between worlds.

From Cerberus, the three-headed guardian of the Greek underworld, to Anubis, guide of the dead in ancient Egyp...

What really waits for us at the crossroads?

Across cultures and centuries, crossroads have been feared, revered, and ritualized as places where worlds overlap. In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we explore the dark folklore of crossroads spirits, supernatural bargains, and the enduring legend of selling your soul for success.

From ancient offerings to Hecate and Hermes, to Grimm fairy tales of tricking the Devil, to t...

Bigfoot is often dismissed as a man in a suit, an undiscovered ape, or a simple hoax—but what if that explanation doesn’t go nearly far enough?

In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we take a deep dive into the strange, contradictory, and often unsettling world of Bigfoot, Sasquatch, and the Yeti. From ancient Wild Man folklore to modern sightings across the Appalachian Mountains and the Pacific Northwest, B...

Haunted theaters have always captured our imagination — but why do so many stages come with ghost stories?

In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we dive deep into the chilling world of haunted theaters: the legends, the psychology, the architecture, and the strange experiences that performers and audiences swear are real.

From classic superstitions like the Macbeth curse to eerie sightings of phantom performers and...

What if you could predict the future through divination by using tarot cards, scrying methods, or by visiting a psychic or fortune tellers? Do these methods work and could it be real?

Join us as we delve into the mysterious world of psychics and explore the question on everyone's mind: are real psychics actually able to predict the future? From tarot card readings to crystal ball gazings, we'll examine the methods and techniques use...

Let's talk about the Boogeyman mythology! Whether you're thinking the man with the bag, the Boogeyman, Bagman, Buggyman, Sackman, or even Bloody Bones, this episode has it all!

Who or what is the Boogeyman? In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we dig into the shadowy figure that has haunted bedtime stories for centuries. From medieval “bugbears” and Krampus’s sack to El Coco, the headless Pugot, and t...

Just in time for Halloween! Whether it's Bing Crosby, Disney, or Washington Irving, the Legend of Sleepy Hollow has arguably one of the best villains, the Headless Horseman!

In this eerie episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, Danny C, WDG, and Baba explore the chilling legend of the Headless Horseman, one of America’s most famous ghost stories.

From Washington Irving’s classic Legend of Sleepy Hollow to the real Hess...