Guardian Angels From ancient Judaic texts to modern esoteric beliefs, the concept of guardian angels - divine entities assigned to watch over humans - has captivated cultures across the ages. Explore the origins of this widespread phenomenon tracing back to the Babylonians and Assyrians. We discuss the hierarchies and ranks of angels described in Christianity, from the supreme Seraphim and Cherubim that commune directly with God, to the powerful Virtues and Archangels like Michael, Raphael...

Welcome to another episode of Believing the Bizarre! It is Listener Submission time, which you know what that means: creepy and personal stories sent to us from listeners! In this episode, we follow Travis and Brittney's stories. Travis encounters an abandoned hut, a strange grave, and a weird pentagram with candles in the woods near a concrete junkyard. Brittney discusses some of her family hauntings, including an aggressive and terrifying entity who wears a long black trench coat, boots,...

Glitches in the Matrix This whole "glitch in the matrix" thing has been freaking people out ever since that 1999 movie The Matrix came out. The idea is that our reality isn't real - it's just a simulation. Like, are we actually just minds trapped in bodies, or are we code in some crazy digital world? It really makes you think about whether we even exist or not. Within this supposed simulated reality, weird stuff happens sometimes that just doesn't make sense. Things teleporting across rooms,...

The Legend of Bigfoot You've heard the whispers, seen the blurry footage, and maybe even felt a chill run down your spine in the deep woods. Yeah, we're talking about Bigfoot – the legendary creature that's captured millions of imaginations worldwide. But what exactly is this beast, and why does it keep evading scientific proof? Let's dive into the lore surrounding this elusive beast.  Bigfoot, aka Sasquatch, is a towering, hairy humanoid said to roam the wilderness, leaving behind tales of...

Listener Submission Collection: Vol 7 This collection includes four listener submissions of haunting stories. Dare to venture down the infamous Clinton Road, where reality blurs and the supernatural reigns.  This desolate, winding stretch in northern New Jersey has spawned countless chilling tales - from an unsolved 1983 murder to whispers of occult rituals at the ominous "Ghost Boy Bridge." Prepare to be transported into a realm where phantom vehicles materialize and vanish without a trace,...

The Cardiff Haunting of Pete the Poltergeist In the bustling streets of Cardiff, Wales, during the 1980s, an unassuming lawn mower repair shop became the stage for an extraordinary series of events. John Matthews, owner of Mower Services, found himself thrust into a world of the paranormal alongside his brother-in-law Fred and friend Ian. What started as a seemingly innocuous day of repairing mowers soon spiraled into an encounter with the supernatural. One afternoon, amidst the clang of...

Back in 1994, something really weird happened at a little elementary school called Ariel School in Ruwa, Zimbabwe. It was just a normal day at this small rural school with only 62 students. But then, during their morning break time, while the teachers were in a meeting, some of the kids saw something crazy in the sky. They said a flat, disc-shaped thing came down from the sky and landed on a hill nearby. The kids rushed over to the edge of the school to get a closer look. That's when they saw...

It's time for another Creature Feature! These are Listener Submission Collections that are specifically about cryptids and creatures rather than ghosts or aliens. In this third installment, we have a handful of creepy and unsettling encounters with creatures our listeners have bumped into in the dead of night. But, are they believable? Listen now. Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon. For updates, news, and extra content, follow...

Zozo: The Ouija Board Demon Zozo, the notorious demon associated with Ouija board encounters, stands out among supernatural entities for its alleged malevolent deeds. From documented cases like Darren Evans' ordeal to historical accounts of terrorized individuals, Zozo's presence looms large in paranormal lore, even inspiring cinematic portrayals such as the possessed character in "The Exorcist." The origins of Zozo trace back roughly two centuries, its name is sometimes spelled as "zoso" or...

The Exeter UFO Incident It was around 3am on September 3rd, 1965. This guy named Norman was hitchhiking home to Exeter, New Hampshire, after visiting his girlfriend in Massachusetts. Just a normal night, right? Well, things took a crazy turn when Norman was walking along Route 50 near a local farm owned by a guy named Mr. Dining. Up ahead, Norman noticed these five red flashing lights hovering over the farm.  At first, he thought it was just the police. But as he got closer, he realized it...

Would you notice if there was a paranormal force controlling you? Is it possible for a vacant space to invite in evil? It's listener submission time again and we have two creepy and unsettling stories for you. Listen now. 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: Instagram Facebook Twitter Discord Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some...

It's time for another installment of Cursed Games - the paranormal and creepy games that could certainly lead to unsettling outcomes. In this episode, we dive into four spooky games: Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board, The Answer Man, Three Kings, and Dry Bones. Would you ever play a potentially paranormal game? We even found a few encounter stories to go along with learning these potentially cursed games. Listen now! Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by...

The Manananggal is portrayed as frightening, frequently grotesque, typically presented as a female entity, and constantly possessing the ability to detach its upper torso, with its intestines trailing and unfurling enormous bat-like wings to soar into the night, hunting for its prey. It is rumored that the Manananggal has a preference for targeting slumbering, expectant women, employing an elongated proboscis-like tongue to extract fetuses or the blood of individuals in a state of repose....

When you're living in an old, century home, it's hard not to wonder whether or not spirits are occupying your space with you. In today's episode, we have two listener submissions about paranormal and creepy encounters that they have witnessed in their century homes (fun fact - one of these listeners is my wife!) But how believable are these hauntings? Listen now. Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon. For updates, news, and extra...

Imagine hiking through the mountains of California only to discover you're being watched in the distance by a large, shadow entity. That is exactly the lore of the Dark Watchers, these tall shadow figures that are known to gaze at hikers in the Santa Lucia Mountains. But, could they be real? Listen now. 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...

On January 1st, 2024, law enforcement was notified that teenagers were causing a riot inside a downtown Miami mall with sticks and fireworks. However, what residents outside the mall witnessed was an intensive police response that many watchers claimed they'd never seen in their lives. It seemed that whatever was happening at the mall, which completely shut down the street with rows and rows of police cars, was bigger than just rioting teens. Then, word came out about 8 to 10-foot-tall...

Do stars truly play a role in our fate? Is it possible for constellations to actually predict the future? In this episode, we dive into astrology and whether or not we believe celestial objects can affect events in our day-to-day lives. 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: Instagram Facebook Twitter Discord Want to discuss the episode on the day it...

Steve and Dawn Hess planned a romantic and fun camping trip to the Mojave Desert in October of 1989. What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway turned into a night of horror when unexpected visitors from the sky paid them a visit. The couple experienced red-eyed gremlin creatures, tall thin white entities, and a blinding white light from a floating craft before losing consciousness. But, is their story believable? Listen now. Sponsor: Click here to get 50% Off Factor Meals with the code...

We all know the story of Santa Claus and how he rewards good little boys and girls. But, who visits the naughty children? On December 5th, bad boys and girls are visited by none other than Krampus - a tall, hairy beast with cloven hooves, horns, and a goat-like face. Some say he drags the children to Hell, while others say he beats them with birch sticks or chains. But, is Krampus believable? Listen now. Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our...

Is it possible that the most paranormal forest is located in Transylvania? Known as the Bermuda Triangle of Romania, the Hoia Baciu forest is located near Cluj-Napoca. In addition to having skeletal, winding, eerie trees, the forest is known for a variety of paranormal phenomena, such as missing people, UFO activity, hauntings, shadow people, poltergeist activity, and more. It also has a dead zone where electronic equipment is known to malfunction. Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and...

Is it possible that shadow figures can be harbingers of bad news? In this listener submission, we discuss a young boy who witnessed a creepy, small shadow figure in his room. Not only did he see this eerie entity, but it appeared night after night. All of this activity led to a terrifying and dangerous event. Listen now. Sponsor: Click here to take advantage of ScentAir’s pre-holiday sale where you can save up to 50% off sitewide. Use Promo Code BIZARRE for an EXTRA 25% off. Patreon:...

Is it possible for a human to catch fire without any external source? How terrifying would that be? In this episode, we discuss several potential cases of spontaneous human combustion where individuals are found in peculiar ways, with their bodies burned and disintegrated, yet items nearby are completely fine. We also discuss the mysterious death of Madge Knight, who some believe suffered an experience of spontaneous human combustion. Sponsor: Click here to get 50% Off Factor Meals with the...

An unidentified man was discovered on a beach in Somerton Park in 1948. He was wearing dress clothes and had pristine shoes, despite being on the beach. The cause of death was thought to be poison and a very suspicious note was found on him. What kind of conspiracy could be tied to the Somerton man? Sponsor: Get an extra 25% Off ScentAir (on top of 60% off for Black Friday) by using the Promo Code BIZARRE at checkout - https://scentair.com/ Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get...

On April 25th, 1973, two neighbors in Enfield, Illinois witnessed something horrific and unbelievable. A monster that has since been dubbed the Enfield Horror. Both a young boy, who was attacked, and a man protecting his family witnessed a creature with grey, slimy skin, short stubby arms, three legs, and red piercing eyes. The town of Enfield went into a frenzy over the creature and countless monster hunters and news reporters visited the area hoping to catch a glimpse of the Enfield...