Delve into the mystifying world of premonitions and future-telling with this captivating episode on Baba Vanga, the controversial blind mystic known as the "Nostradamus of the Balkans." Your hosts Tom and Laura go down a bizarre rabbit hole, unpacking Vanga's life story of gaining psychic abilities after a freak tornado accident as a child. From her ominous predictions of 9/11 and natural disasters to her mind-bending visions of artificial suns, human-animal hybrids, and the cosmos-shattering...

We dive into the eerie legend of Spring Heeled Jack, a mysterious figure reported to have terrorized the streets of Victorian England with his supernatural jumping ability and terrifying attacks. Was Jack a paranormal being, an extraterrestrial, or simply a man in a suit? We also examine Spring Heeled Jack's evolution from a feared villain to a heroic character in Penny Dreadfuls, along with a discussion on potential suspects and the creature's lasting impact. Learn more about your ad...

This week we delve into the mysterious phenomenon of spontaneous human combustion (SHC).    From Charles Dickens' literary depictions to modern scientific investigations, there have been a range of explanations proposed over the years. Alongside discussing the role of alcohol, low-carb diets, and even poltergeist activity, we sift through the facts and fiction surrounding these inexplicable fiery fatalities. Tune in to unravel the mysteries of SHC and discover whether these fiery fates are...

Embark with us on a spectral journey aboard the legendary Queen Mary. Once a luxury ocean liner that surpassed even the Titanic in size and grandeur, the ship now serves as a haunting reminder of its vibrant past, docked permanently in Long Beach, California. From its wartime service to its transformation into a floating hotel and museum, the Queen Mary's walls echo with tales of the supernatural. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we dive into the eerie depths of the Rendlesham Forest incident, often dubbed Britain's Roswell. In December 1980, US Air Force personnel encountered unexplained lights and an otherworldly craft in Suffolk, England. We discuss the initial sightings and physical interactions with the craft, and the baffling aftermath involving time anomalies and binary codes.    Plus, a jaw-dropping voicemail from a listener with a baffling tale from Lesotho, Africa about humans hatching from...

From an early age, Ryan claimed to recall a previous existence in Hollywood, providing names, locations, and events that he had no apparent way of knowing. His story caught the attention of Dr. Jim Tucker, a psychiatrist from the University of Virginia, who specializes in children's past-life memories. Through Tucker's meticulous research, many of Ryan's memories were confirmed, including his identification with a little-known movie extra from the 1930s. Learn more about your ad choices....

In 1964, Donald Shrum climbed up a tree to sleep. He thought this would keep him safe from mountain lions, but it turned out there were other creatures in the forest that night. After a large UFO appeared 50 feet away, he was soon being harassed by two little aliens and their robot buddy. They spent the entire night trying to get him out of that tree, but did they succeed? Follow Us! IG: WannaHearPod Send comments, questions, suggestions! [email protected] Learn more about your ad...

After his grandfather's death in 1983, Don experienced unexplainable indoor rain, baffling witnesses and defying physics. As rain manifested around him, theories swirled from supernatural causes like poltergeists and demonic possession to natural explanations and hoaxes. Despite skepticism from law enforcement and paranormal researchers, the phenomenon, which included reports of Don being thrown by unseen forces and suffering burns from crucifixes, eventually ceased after several exorcisms....

Were they witnessing a supernatural phenomenon, a celestial battle, or was it something else entirely? Prepare for a journey back to the 16th century, filled with bizarre sightings of rods and spheres, humorous takes on historical life, and intriguing theories that might just challenge your view of the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Wanna Hear Something Weird?! Love unsolved mysteries and unexplained events? Join Laura Anderson and Tom Reynolds each week as they dive into the weird and wonderful universe of bizarre true tales, odd histories, ghosts, aliens, cryptids and all things peculiar on Wanna Hear Something Weird? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices