The Strange Sessions: Recent Episodes
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Krista and Kurt are back, and this time they are looking into the Lake Michigan Mothman sightings!! What exactly is this thing? Is it just misidentification, or is it actually a creature?
And, as always, a taste-test!!!
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The final season continues with one last look at the Missing 411 phenomena! What is causing people to go mysteriously missing? Is it portals, UFOs, Bigfoot? What is going on in our parks?
And, as always, a taste-test!
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As the final season continues, Krista and Kurt look at two more topics you guys voted for in the holiday poll!
This time, the two topics are Chaos Magick and Ritual Games, so create some good sigils and summon Bloody Mary to join you in listening to the new episode!
And, as always, a taste-test!
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In 1958, a 43-year-old radio broadcasting executive was struck by a sudden stomach cramp that lasted 10 1/2 hours. This seemingly insignificant incident would soon turn into an amazing story that goes down multiple rabbit holes, including astral projection, remote viewing, Hemi-Sync audio, the CIA’s Stargate Program, the Gifted And Talented Education program, The Gateway Tapes, Loosh, and the “Prison Planet” theory.
In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into the fascinating story of Robert Monroe and The Monroe Institute!
And, as always, a taste-test!
The final season of The Strange Sessions is in full swing!In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into two more topics that you guys voted for in the Facebook group, and this time, it’s Ley Lines and Zak Bagans!And, as always, a taste-test!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 18:35In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the frozen continent of Antarctica, and at the conspiracies that haunt it!From strange doors, mysterious pyramids, ghosts, Nazis, ice walls, and more, the mysteries of this icy land will be examined.And, as always, a taste-test!
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Krista and Kurt are (mostly) over their illnesses, so this is the 2nd part of the Season Premiere!
Co-winner of the trivia contest, Stephanie, picked Strange States: Washington as her choice, so in this episode, Krista and Kurt will be looking at all things strange from The Evergreen State!!!
And, as always, a taste-test!
Krista and Kurt are both sick and will be back in two weeks, but for now, here a special double Side Sessions preview!
In the first part, Krista and Kurt look at the fun and magic of the carnival, from foods to rides to carnival games! And in the second half of the episode, they look at the fascinating history of one of the best soft drinks, Dr Pepper!
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In Part One of the Season 10 (and final season) premiere, Krista and Kurt look at paranormal investigators Ed & Lorraine Warren, their most famous cases, and their controversies.
And, as always, a taste-test!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, Strangers!
In this Christmas episode, Krista and Kurt are joined by beloved co-host Kory to answer questions that the lovely listeners sent in!
And, as always, a taste-test!
We wish each and every one of you a wonderful Christmas and we hope that your holidays are filled with love and a little bit of strangeness!
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Well, we made it through another one!!
It’s the final episode of Season 9, and Krista and Kurt are once again joined by beloved co-host, Kory Konecny!!!
Kory and Kurt each picked a topic to discuss, plus the winners of the trivia contest will be revealed!
Kurt discusses the bizarre story of Tarrare, and Kory discusses the frightening occurrences of "broken arrows", or nuclear devices that have gone missing.
And, as always, a taste-test!!
We love you guys, and we will see you again in Spring for the final season of The Strange Sessions!!!
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In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at strange stories from Appalachia and The Appalachian Trail!!
Mysterious disappearances, creepy creatures, Appalachian folklore, and more!
And, as always, a taste-test!
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In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, we are joined by guest co-host (and Krista's hubby) Jim!
In the first segment, Kurt looks into the bizarre Nuremberg Incident of 1561, and in the second segment, Krista, Jim, and Kurt discuss the recent Haunted Objects Podcast series about spirit communication, EVPs, Frank's Box, and the Spirit Box!
Then, the answers to this season's trivia contest are revealed!!!
And, as always, a taste-test!
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With Halloween right around the corner, it’s time for more creepy stories from the internet!!!! Mimics, weird figures in the woods, scary phone stuff, it’s all here!
And, as always, a taste-test and the final 3 trivia contest questions!
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On December 9, 1965, a fireball was spotted over several states, and rumors say that an acorn-shaped craft crashed into the woods in Kecksburg, Pennsylvania.
And rumors also persist that in the 1940s, Nazi scientists were working on "Die Glock", a bell-shaped device that is said to have possibly been an anti-gravity engine, a weapon, or a time-travel device.
Did these incidents actually happen, and is it possible that they are related?
And, as always, a taste-test and more trivia questions!!!
Krista and Kurt are off this weekend, so this episode will be a double-feature preview of two previously released just-for-subscribers episodes of the Side Sessions!
In the first half of this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the awesomeness of The Jejune Institute, and in the second half, Krista, Kurt, and guest co-host Blaine Rezach discuss their hot-takes and unpopular opinions!!
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In this Listener Suggestions episode, Krista and Kurt look into two stories...is the internet even alive anymore, or has it been completely taken over by bots, AI, and shadowy manipulations, and what did over 60 students at a school in Zimbabwe witness in 1994?
And, as always, a taste-test and more trivia questions!!!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 15:00.It’s another Strange States episode! This time, we will be looking at The Land Of 10,000 Lakes and Wisconsin’s bestie…Minnesota!From haunted murder mansions and spooky concert halls to demonic marsupials, we will be looking at all things Minnesotan!And, as always, a taste-test and more trivia questions!!!
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It's another awesome Listener Stories episode!!
Mimics, attacking ghosts, unseen visitors, and much more! A huge thank you to everyone who sent in stories for us!
And, as always, a taste-test and more trivia questions for the contest!!
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In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into two recent paranormal stories: The death of Dan Rivera and its relation to the infamous Annabelle doll, and the Buga Sphere, a mysterious sphere captured on video flying over Columbia and is now in the hands of researchers.
Also, an important announcement...
And, as always, A taste-test and trivia questions for the contest!
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As Krista and Kurt get the new studio up and running, they discuss their recent ghost investigation in Campbellsport, playing some potential EVPs and a very interesting Estes Method session!
Also, some trivia questions!
Krista and Kurt are on vacation this week, so this weekend’s episode will be a “Summer Road Trip” double Side Sessions preview!!
In the first half of the episode, Krista and Kurt look at 25 fun and unique travel destinations around the country!
And in the second half of the episode, they look at things that are uniquely Wisconsin!
So head down to the supper club by the stop-and-go lights, grab a brat and a brandy old fashioned, and enjoy this Side Sessions preview!!
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From its founding by a Bavarian professor in 1776 to today’s latest music videos by Beyoncé and Lady Gaga, conspiracy theorists have talked about a shadowy cabal running the world behind the scenes, and its evil plan for a one-world government.
In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the Illuminati and The New World Order!
And. as always, a taste-test and more trivia questions!
With the help of some great research by awesome Stranger Alejandro, Krista and Kurt tango into the first-ever Strange Countries episode, looking at the beautiful country of Argentina!!!
From rum-loving Cryptids to ghostly castles and strange security camera footage, Krista and Kurt look at all strange things Argentinian!
And, as always, a taste-test and more questions for the trivia contest!!!
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In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into stories of haunted hospitals, spooky nursing homes, and the things that people report seeing, hearing, and feeling shortly before they die.
And, as always, a taste-test and more trivia questions for the contest!
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In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, Krista looks at the mysterious (and beautiful) Voynich Manuscript, and Kurt looks at the phenomena of "Streetlight Interference" and "SLIders", people who believe that they can cause streetlights to go out just by walking past them.
And, as usual, a taste-test and more trivia questions for the contest!!!
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In 2016, workers at the U.S. embassy in Cuba began to experience strange and debilitating symptoms, and soon, other people around the world began to experience the same symptoms. Was it a weapon of some kind? Was it a by-product of espionage? Or was it a simple case of mass hysteria? In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into “Havana Syndrome”! And, as always, a taste- test and trivia questions!
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In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at a few strange stories about television!
Mysterious signals, strange broadcast intrusions, spooky figures, and more from that device that is in all of our houses.
And, as always, a taste-test and trivia questions!!!
In this, the long-awaited Season 9 premiere, you guys voted for the topic! In this episode, Krista and Kurt will be looking at the drone sightings of 2024! What were they, and have the sightings stopped? Also, a taste-test and the start of a season-long Strange Sessions trivia contest!
In this special Side Sessions preview, two previously-released episodes for our subscribers will be featured!
In the first half of the episode, Krista and Kurt look at the scents that are the most nostalgic to them.
And in the second half, they look at the fascinating history of Colonel Sanders and KFC.
New episodes will be coming at the end of this month!
Surprise, Strangers! ☺️ NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 26:14. In this Skype-recorded update episode, Krista and Kurt discuss how their holidays went, talk about some life changes going on, and address a few changes to the podcast in the new season (nothing scary!) And a short topic...was James Dean's car cursed? We will see you soon! Happy 2025!!!
Merry Christmas Eve, Strangers!!
In this special holiday episode, we are once again joined by guest co-host Kory Konecny!!!
This time around, we had you, the listeners, email questions to Kory for him to ask us this episode! Thank you SO much for all the awesome questions you guys sent in!
And, we finally open the Hákarl (rotten shark meat) that was sent to us for a taste-test. Are any of us brave enough to try it once we get a whiff of it?
We hope each and every one of you has a wonderful holiday season!! Be safe, be strange, and we will see you in February for Season 9!
Well, we made it through another season!!!
In this episode, the Season 8 finale, Krista and Kurt are once again joined by popular guest co-host Kory Konecny to look into three musical mysteries! Kory looks at the story of Paul McCartney being dead, Krista looks at the story of Elvis Presley being alive, and Kurt looks at the musical story of the unsolved Dorabella Cipher.
And, as always, a taste-test!!!
Thank you SO much for listening and for supporting us! We will see everyone in February for Season 9!
Due to some issues (aka my stupid car), this episode is recorded on Skype, rather than together in person.In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into some strange stories about caves, from haunted caves to stories about missing spelunkers!No taste-test OR listener questions this week, but in this episode, we will give you the email address to send questions to for our Christmas episode!!!
It’s another Missing 411 Spotlight episode!In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the tragic stories of Patric McCarthy and Todd Sees, two cases where there might be way more going on than meets the eye.And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions!
With Halloween right around the corner and Spooky Season in full-swing, Krista and Kurt look at one of the phenomena that spooks them the most…Mimics!Whether it’s voices across the dark house from family members who aren’t there, or friend’s voices luring you into the woods, just what are these things? Are they ghosts? Are they Jinn? Are they just our imagination?And, as always, a taste-test!
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It's time for another Listener Stories episode!
In this episode, Krista and Kurt read and listen to some spooky stories sent in by you guys, our awesome Strangers! Lots of "Nopes" in these stories, too! And a few Reddit stories at the end.
And, as always, a taste-test!
NOTE 1 - THIS IS THE 2ND PART OF A 2-PART EPISODE, SO PLEASE LISTEN TO PART 1 FIRST!!!
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After the launch of Sputnik in 1957, the United States realized that it needed to step up education so the U.S. didn’t fall behind the rest of the world. This eventually led to programs like GATE (Gifted and Talented Education), where students were tested, and those that were deemed advanced were pulled from class for separate programs.
In the years since, stories began to circulate online about GATE students who said that the program wasn’t entirely what it was made out to be. Stories of strange tests, missing time, and sinister scenarios began to show up. And what does all of this have to do with The Mandela Effect, remote viewing, and a place called The Tavistock Institute?
In this two-part episode, Krista and Kurt look at the GATE program and school weirdness!
And, as always, a taste-test!
NOTE 1 - THIS IS THE 1ST PART OF A 2-PART EPISODE!
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After the launch of Sputnik in 1957, the United States realized that it needed to step up education so the U.S. didn’t fall behind the rest of the world. This eventually led to programs like GATE (Gifted and Talented Education), where students were tested, and those that were deemed advanced were pulled from class for separate programs.
In the years since, stories began to circulate online about GATE students who said that the program wasn’t entirely what it was made out to be. Stories of strange tests, missing time, and sinister scenarios began to show up. And what does all of this have to do with The Mandela Effect, remote viewing, and a place called The Tavistock Institute?
In this two-part episode, Krista and Kurt look at the GATE program and school weirdness!
And, as always, a taste-test!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 17:50.
It’s another Strange States episode!This time, we are looking at our neighbor across the lake, The Wolverine State, Michigan!From haunted hotels to spooky lighthouses to canine-like creatures, we will be looking at all things strange in The Mitten State!And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
In this Listener Suggestions episode, Krista and Kurt look at three stories suggested by Strangers!
The stories include a bizarre situation that happened in Platteville, Wisconsin in the late 1800s, the creepy decade-long harassment of an elderly couple in Ohio, and the story of a haunted Toys R Us store in Sunnyvale, California!
And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
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In this episode, Krista and Kurt discuss the town of Whitewater, Wisconsin (and their recent road-trip there!) Known as “Second Salem”, this small college town has a fascinating history of witchcraft, occultism, and plenty of hauntings.
Then in the second half of the episode, Krista and Kurt look into stories of people who wake up to find a mysterious, shadowy, figure in their room, always wearing a flannel shirt. Stories of “The Flannel Man” and sightings of this strange figure have persisted for years.
And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
The Fae Folk, also known as Faries, have enchanted human imagination for centuries. Stories of these mischievous creatures have come down through the ages from almost every country, and to this day, stories about strange creatures, periods of missing time in the woods, and disappearing objects are tied in with these beings.
In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the strange world of The Fae.
And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
It’s another Strange Creatures episode! In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at stories of two creepy creatures.Sometimes outdoors, sometimes indoors, people have reported hearing strange whistling coming from places it shouldn’t be, seemingly trying to get the person’s attention.And other people have reported running across strange creatures and humans only to discover that these things have no faces and sometimes appear to be living mannequins.In this episode, Krista and Kurt dive into creepy tales of Whistlers and The Faceless. And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
Krista and Kurt are on vacation, probably hunting Bigfoot or something, so this episode will be a preview of a Side Sessions episode that our Ko-Fi subscribers heard last year.In July of 1973, high school couple Mitch Weiser and Bonnie Bickwit left a campground to hitchhike to The Summer Jam Festival held outside Watkins Glen, New York.In the days after the festival, as both families waited anxiously, Bonnie and Mitch did not return home.To date, no trace of Bonnie or Mitch has ever been found, and they are the oldest unsolved missing teenager case on record.In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into the tragic disappearance of Mitch Weiser and Bonnie Beckett.
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It’s another episode about the strange nature of reality! In this episode Krista and Kurt once again dive into the weird world of parallel universes, time travel, The Mandela Effect, and a few reality-glitch stories from Reddit!
And, as usual, a taste-test and listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 12:15.It’s another Strange States episode!! This time, Krista and Kurt will be looking into the creatures, urban legends, and haunted places of the Keystone State, Pennsylvania!!And, as usual, a taste-test (not a Philly cheesesteak, sadly), but no listener question. We need questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 15:00. In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, Krista looks at the Third Man Factor, where people in life-or-death situations feel another presence with them, helping them survive. And Kurt looks at the case of Ghost Writer, a haunting where the ghost was said to communicate by writing messages on Polaroid pictures.And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
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It’s another awesome Listener Stories episode!!
We put out the call for your stories, and wow, once again you guys REALLY came through with some amazing (and creepy) stories!!!! Not to mention that there’s a spooky common theme to a lot of the stories…
And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!!
Thank you SO much to everyone who contributed stories. You are the best!!
In this episode, Krista and Kurt are joined by friend and fellow paranormal investigator Blaine Rezach to talk about ghost hunting, the paranormal, and all things strange!!! You can check out Blaine’s podcast “Ghosts & Us” on YouTube, Spotify, and all the usual podcasty places!And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
On November 28, 1953, a government employee named Frank Olson plummeted to his death from a window in New York City’s Statler Hotel.Decades later, a new investigation into his death revealed one of the government’s most secretive and disturbing projects, involving LSD, brainwashed assassins, and mind control.In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into the truly frightening history of Project MKUltra.And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
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It’s another Strange States episode!
In this episode, Krista and Kurt are once again staying close to home and looking at 6 more weird stories from their home state of Wisconsin, including aliens, weird troll things, ghostly snowmobilers, and more!!
And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
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It’s another Listener Suggestions episode!!!
In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at four different stories that were suggested by the amazing, lovely listeners...the bizarre story of Don Decker, the creepy Houska Castle, the fun mystery of the Capitol Hill Vending Machine, and strange stories of Sunblinks.
And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 18:25.In this episode, Krista and Kurt discuss their December paranormal investigation at The Old Glenbeulah School, play some possible EVPs they caught, and talk about The Estes Method. They also play the Estes Method sessions that Kurt, Krista, and Coleman did on the investigation.And, as usual, a taste-test and listener questions!!
It’s FINALLY the Season 8 premiere!!! This episode features the topic that won the poll on The Strangers Facebook page…tunnels!!There is FAR more going on below our feet than anyone realizes. What’s all down there? What are they used for? What are some of the conspiracy theories around them? And are they haunted?In this episode, Krista and Kurt gear up and head down the topic of tunnels!And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!!
We know it's been a while since you folks heard from us, so here is a special Skype end-of-season wrap-up episode for you!
We are looking back at the past season and looking ahead to things we would like to do in the next season. Also, Kurt looks into whether or not The Simpsons are predicting the future, and Krista looks into the story of who the mysterious biggest purchaser of glitter is.
See you in a few weeks for Season 8!!!
In this Christmas episode, Krista and Kurt are once again joined by special guest co-host Kory Konecny!
In this episode, Krista looks at the pagan origins of Christmas, Kory looks into the fascinating story of The Oakville Blobs, and Kurt looks into the story of the haunted Raynham Hall and its famous ghost photograph.
And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
After the end music, stick around to hear a 20-minute podcast that Kurt and fellow ghost hunter Barry recorded way back in 2007!
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In the Season 7 finale, Krista and Kurt are once again joined by special guest co-host Kory Konecny!
Kory and Kurt tackle the bizarre internet mystery of Lake City Quiet Pills and its rabbit hole of sketchy websites, mercenaries, hidden messages, and possible assassinations. And Krista looks at the Khamar Daban Incident, the mysterious deaths of a group of Russian hikers.
And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions!
Thank you SO much for listening and being a part of this!! We will see you in 2024 for Season 8! :)
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 24:15.In September of 2014, 38-year-old Aaron Hedges went hunting with two friends in the Crazy Mountains of Montana. Aaron became separated from his friends, and despite having a cell phone and a radio for communication, no word was heard from Aaron.Two years later, his remains were found in a location close to a ranch.In this “Missing 411 Spotlight” episode, Krista and Kurt look into the bizarre case of Aaron Hedges.And, as usual, a taste test and listener questions!
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It’s another Listener Suggestions episode!
In this one, we look at the strange tales of the Nahanni Valley of Canada (better known as The Valley of Headless Men), weirdness around Huntland, Tennessee, and the series of bizarre phone calls placed to Gary Sudbrink in the 90’s.
And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 24:50.Throughout their long history, dolls have been perpetually linked with the paranormal and magic.In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at dolls and their attachment to the paranormal, and dive into the stories of some of the most famous haunted dolls from around the world.And, as always, a taste test and listener questions!
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In the conclusion of last week's episode, Krista, Kurt, and guest co-hosts Mark and Rhonda Zahn discuss their 2005 investigation at JFK Prep and talk about their evidence, including over 20 possible EVPs that were captured.
There may have also been an EVP captured while we were recording this episode! See if you can hear it.
Also, a taste-test and we answer an intriguing listener question.
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Nestled inland a few miles from the western coast of Lake Michigan lies the small, quaint village of St. Nazianz, Wisconsin.
Passing through the small community, a person might not even know that they are in what is said to be one of the most haunted towns in the Midwest!
Stories abound of the town being founded by a mystical cult, of the curse that supposedly follows the town, and of the hauntings that plague JFK Prep, an abandoned former high school/seminary.
And our group was one of the few that were allowed to do an official paranormal investigation there!
In this episode, the first of two parts, Krista, Kurt, and their fellow ghosthunting team members Mark and Rhonda Zahn look at the history of St. Nazianz and JFK Prep and separate fact from fiction.
Coming NEXT weekend will be part 2, where we discuss our investigation there and go over our evidence, including over 20 EVPs!
And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions!
NOTE - This is a Side Sessions preview! It was recorded last year and was previously only available for our Ko-Fi subscribers. Krista and Kurt will be back in two weeks with a new episode!
One of the biggest movie hits of 1981 was a star-studded action/adventure/comedy called "The Cannonball Run", about an illegal road race from New York to California for a million dollar prize.
What some people don't know is that the movie was based on a real-life series of crazy cross-country races that were held in the 1970's. And people today are still at it, trying to break the records for the fastest time.
In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the awesome story of the “Cannonball Baker Sea-To-Shining-Sea Memorial Trophy Dash”!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 15:15.
It’s another Strange Stories episode!
In this episode, Krista and Kurt read tons of spooky/weird true stories from Reddit and other sites! Are they 100% true? Who knows. But they’re awesome. And there are a lot of “Nopes”.
And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
On June 30, 1908, something exploded over the forests near the Podkamennaya Tunguska River in Siberia, flattening an estimated 80 million trees over an area of 830 square miles. And in August of 1590, John White sailed back from England to the family and friends he had left behind at Roanoke, only to find no trace of the colony or its inhabitants. In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at The Tunguska Event and The Lost Colony of Roanoke! And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 22:55. It’s another Listener Suggestions episode, looking at three stories that listeners have asked about. This time we are looking at the strange tale of Doveland, Wisconsin, a town that supposedly vanished, the mysterious circumstances surrounding the disappearance of Joanna Lopez in Chicago in the 1980s, and the bizarre tale of Arizona’s Stardust Ranch! And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions!
It’s this season’s Listener Stories episode! Holy cow, you guys really came through! We have 13 stories and 6 voicemails full of ghosts, creatures, synchronicities, premonitions, and all sorts of strangeness. And as always, there’s a taste-test and we answer listener questions.
It’s another My Favorite Mini-Mystery! In this episode, Krista and Kurt are joined by first-time guest co-host Aaron. Kurt and Aaron discuss and play on-site audio from their visit to Holy Hill, Wisconsin! Ghosts, Goatman, Bear-Wolves, haunted cemeteries, and a haunted pub…it’s all here! And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
It’s another Missing 411 spotlight episode! On November 15, 2015, 82-year old Tom Messick went out hunting with some friends and family. When the time came for the group to meet up and head home, Tom never showed up. Despite numerous searches, and Tom having an extensive background in survival and hunter safety, not a single trace of Tom or his equipment has ever been found. Also, a deep-dive into the bizarre tale of a lost boy and his story about being taken into a cave by what he claimed was a robotic version of his grandmother. And, as always, taste-tests and listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 20:52 Throughout history, there have been reports of people who see their surroundings change for a brief moment into that of the past or the future, and there have been reports of people who stop at a diner or gas station, only to go back to the location and discover that it never existed. In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the fascinating topic of time slips and phantom diners! And, as always, taste-tests and listener questions!
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It’s grown in leaps and bounds over the last few years, it’s all over the news right now, and people can’t decide whether it’s going to save the world or destroy it.
In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at artificial intelligence, it’s history, it’s problems, and A.I.’s place in the paranormal world.
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It’s another My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode!! In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at some cool local hauntings. Krista looks at Milwaukee's Pfister Hotel, and Kurt looks at a few locations around Fond du Lac.
Also, a fun Strange Sessions first!!!!
And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!!!
It’s another Strange States episode!
This time, Krista and Kurt are looking at creatures and hauntings from The Lone Star State, Texas! It’s all here, from weird donkey-ladies to ghostly pep rallies to eyeball-forking caramel killers.
And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
Since the days when humans first polished obsidian to be able to see their reflection in it, mirrors and the paranormal have been tied together. From scrying to stories of haunted mirrors to childhood games like Bloody Mary, there’s always been something unsettling and spooky about mirrors.In this episode, Krista and Kurt reflect on mirrors and the paranormal!And, as always, a taste-test (no listener questions this time)!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 21:30
Deer that aren’t deer, the creepy forest-dwelling creature that Kurt's hometown of Manitowoc has a festival for, and a bizarre clown/robot/alien thing...
In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into some weird cryptids and creatures!
And as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 5:25.
In 1985, Ken Webster and his girlfriend Debbie moved into a cottage in Dodleston, England, to do some renovations.
Shortly after, they started to notice bizarre activity, like ghostly footsteps, 6-toed footprints showing up on the wall, and cans of cat food being stacked up.
But when Ken brought home a computer from the school he worked at, things got REALLY crazy! Like, really crazy.
In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the strange, century-spanning tale of The Dodleston Messages!
It’s a Skype episode, so no taste-test. But there are listener questions!
There are also a few audio glitches, too, but nothing major. Sorry!
In this Skype episode, it’s another My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode! This season, all the MFMM episodes will be about ghosts and haunted places! This time, Krista discusses Colorado's famous Stanley Hotel, and Kurt talks about the ghosts of Flight 401! No taste-tests this time, but there are listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 23:05.Welcome to Season 7 of The Strange Sessions!Around 360 BC, the Greek philosopher Plato wrote about the island of Atlantis. In the last few centuries, people have speculated about whether or not it actually existed. In this episode, the Season 7 opener, Krista and Kurt dive into Atlantis! And, as always, we do a taste-test, answer listener questions, and open some packages from our lovely listeners!
In this prologue to Season 7, Krista and Kurt talk over Skype about how their hiatus went, how life is going, discuss some housekeeping, and take a look at the upcoming season!
In this bonus Side Sessions preview recorded in July 2022, Krista, Kurt, and guest co-host Kory talk about their favorite nostalgic foods that aren't available anymore. The Side Sessions episodes feature non-paranormal topics that we just feel like talking about, and they are only available for our monthly Ko-Fi subscribers.
Season 7 is just around the corner! See you soon! :)
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 15:25.Happy holidays, Strangers! In this bonus Christmas episode, Kurt and Krista are once again joined by Kory for some holiday cheer and mini-mysteries! Krista looks into the strange story of The Warminster Thing, Kurt discuses the theories about Avril Lavigne and Taylor Swift being clones, and Kory discusses the story of the mysterious and otherworldly Valiant Thor!And, as always, a taste-test! Thank you so much for listening and for being a part of our strange family. We hope your holidays are amazing and we will see you soon for Season 7!
It’s the Season 6 finale, and we are joined by popular guest co-host Kory Konecny to take a look back at our past 130 episodes!! We do a few updates on stories, talk about memories of doing the episodes, and discuss our favorites.And, as always, a taste-test!Thank you SO much, all of you, for listening to us, for caring about us, and for being a part of this strange, wonderful family. We love you. We will see you in late January for Season 7!!!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 21:46. Plus, some of the true crime stuff might be a little much for Strangelings, so parental guidance is suggested!
It’s the second-last episode of the season, and this is an end-of-the-season leftovers episode! We had some stuff that didn’t make its way into the episodes for whatever reason, so in this episode we look into some missing people/true crime stories from Wisconsin and then we look into the strangeness of stories about “The Wheel”. Plus, a few more listener stories, including one from Krista!
And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 20:44. In this Strange States episode, Krista and Kurt look at haunted areas around Wisconsin! Spooky cemeteries, haunted concert halls, urban legend-ish roads, bars with weird shots, fiery portals to hell, it’s all here! And, as always, a taste-test and we forgot to do a listener question. Whoops.
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 21:42. It’s time again for one of our most popular episodes…Listener Stories! Once again, you folks really came through. There’s a little bit of everything here, from ghosts to UFOs to creepy things in the woods. And, as always, a taste-test and listener stories! Thank you SO much for all the stories you sent in. We love each and every one of you.
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 21:11.
On June 14, 1969, 6-year-old Dennis Martin was hiking with his family in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Helping the other children play a prank, Dennis stepped into the brush, intending to jump out and help scare the adults. That was the last moment when anyone saw Dennis. In this “Missing 411 Spotlight” episode, we look into the lore, circumstances, and strange details about the disappearance of Dennis Martin.
And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
NOTE The topic discussion starts at 20:41.
It's another My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode! In this episode, Krista looks at the puzzling disappearance of 19-year-old Brandon Swanson, and Kurt looks at the sad case of Tina Resch and the Columbus Poltergeist. And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
NOTE The topic discussion starts at 21:36. With the new school year starting, Kurt is kind of swamped, so this episode will be a collection of spooky stories about woods! Strange creatures, strange noises, strange voices, and just a whole lot of strangeness! And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions!!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 23:00. Coined in 1838, the word “poltergeist” has come to mean a noisy or destructive ghost. Are they ghosts, though, or could they be something else? In this episode, Krista and Kurt dive into the world of poltergeists, and look at a few famous poltergeist cases. And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 28:56.
It’s another Strange States episode! This time, we are looking at The Empire State…New York! Spooky floating blobs, haunted train stations, lake monsters, and creepy abandoned asylums…it’s a little bit of everything. And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the fascinating lives and theories of paranormal researchers John Keel (made famous by “The Mothman Prophecies”) and Jacques Vallee. And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 18:46.
For this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, Krista and Kurt are once again joined by popular guest co-host Kory Konecny! Kory discusses The Circleville Letters, where a mysterious writer waged a terrifying mail campaign in an Ohio town, and Kurt discusses the Kelly-Hopkinsville Encounter, where a Kentucky family is terrorized for hours by alien creatures.
And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 20:08. Within the last 5 years, there has been an explosion of sightings, information, and disclosure of unidentified alien craft. From officially released videos to congressional hearings, this has been an unprecedented era of UFO information. In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the recent state of unidentified flying object research. And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
It’s Part 2 of our Smiley Face Killers episode! In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at theories (hoo boy, a LOT of theories…) about whether or not a person or a group is possibly going around and killing/drowning college-age males. And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
Since the mid 1990’s, hundreds of young men, mostly college students, have disappeared after leaving a bar or a party, only to strangely turn up dead later in a local lake or river. Are these all just drunken accidents, or is there someone (or something) systematically killing these people? In this episode…the first of two parts…Krista and Kurt look at some of these strange cases where Missing 411 meets true crime. And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
Krista is recuperating from her operation this week (she’s doing well!!!), so this week’s episode is a short Side Sessions preview that was released for Ko-Fi subscribers last November. In 1971, George Cockcroft (under the pseudonym Luke Reinhart) released a novel called The Dice Man. This novel set the stage for “dice living” or making all of your decisions based on a roll of the dice. In this episode, Kurt and Krista look at Rhinehart’s novel and the idea of living your life on the path of chance.
No taste-test or listener questions this week, but we will be back in two weeks with a new episode!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 10:16. On April 15th, 1982, the body of 22-year-old Lora Snedegar was discovered in a farmer’s field, dead from gunshot wounds to the head. What followed the discovery of the body was a bizarre tale of mysterious phone calls, strange maps, letters buried in coffins, and ultimately, the deaths or strange disappearances of at least 5 people.
In this Skype episode, Krista and Kurt look into the death of Lora, and the bizarre circumstances that followed. Due to us not being together in person, there’s no taste-test. But there are listener questions.
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 20:08: In this episode, Krist and Kurt follow-up on three stories from previous seasons! They revisit time-traveler John Titor, the strange sounds and other weirdness coming from underneath the Tait house in Wales, and they look at The Mothman and its recent visits to Chicago’s O’Hare airport! And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 17:44. It’s another Strange States episode!!!! This time, we are looking at cryptids and haunted locations in The Grand Canyon State, Arizona! From drunken cat creatures to goat-suckers to ghostly miners, Krista and Kurt take a strange look at The Copper State! Due to an error, the taste-test wasn't recorded correctly for this one. Sorry!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 19:45. In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, Krista talks about Summerwind, the Wisconsin mansion that has a history of being haunted, and Kurt talks about the mysterious Belmez Faces, ghostly faces that appeared on a concrete floor in a small Spanish village in the 1970s. And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 21:35 In previous episodes, including the Missing 411 episodes, Kurt and Krista have discussed stories of people who have been in the woods or inside their homes and have seen a being that appears to be somehow cloaked and partially invisible, like the creature from the movie "Predator". This creature or being has been witnessed more and more and has come to be known as "The Glimmer Man". In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at stories about the Glimmer Man, and discuss who or what it could be. And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 20:27. On August 10, 1991, freelance investigative journalist Danny Casolaro was found dead in a bathtub in a West Virginia hotel bathroom from an apparent suicide. Casolaro had been investigating something he called “The Octopus”, a conspiracy theory that spans decades and touches on dozens of other conspiracy theories. Was it suicide, though, or something else? In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into the strange death of Danny Casolaro. And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 20:26. It's another My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode! For the first story, back in an episode in season 4, we talked about people who were receiving cryptic letters from someone named Matthew Thornton. Well, we received three letters (and two voicemails) from him! And in the second story, we discuss the bizarre event that happened in 1987 to William and Minnie Winston and their Atlanta home.
NOTE - The topic discussion starts at 28:02. Throughout history, there have been stories about people seeing their exact doubles, or seeing perfect replicas of people they know. Turning up often in literature, these twins are often seen as being symbolic of our dual nature. Are these doubles just a work of fiction, or do they really exist? In the Season 6 premiere, Krista and Kurt look at doppelgängers. And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions!
In this final bonus episode of season 5, Kurt and Krista talk about the fascinating topic of hobo or van life. This is another sneak peek at the Side Sessions available to monthly subscribers on their ko-fi page. Enjoy!
NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 9:50. In August of 1979, Kit Williams published the book “Masquerade”, where readers could follow the clues in the book to a location where they could dig up a jeweled golden hare. This book launched what would become known as armchair treasure hunts. …
NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 16:42. It’s the Season 5 finale!!! In this episode, Krista and Kurt read some awesome (and spooky) listener stories, look back on Season 5, and look ahead to Season 6! And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions! Thank you all SO much …
NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 23:07. In July of 1981, 14-year old Stacy Arras was on a horseback riding trip with a group in Yosemite National Park. She left to go take some photographs, and was never seen again. Her case got the ball rolling for the Missing …
NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 24:14 In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, Krista and Kurt are joined once again by popular guest co-host Kory!! It’s all about The Vatican, where Kory discusses objects that they are rumored to be hiding, and Kurt talks about the prophecies of Fatima …
NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 17:02. In 1917, three children in Fatima, Portugal, were said to have been visited by an apparition of the Virgin Mary in a field. In October of that year, tens of thousands of people showed up with the children to witness a sign …
NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 17:38. In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, Krista looks into the Sheboygan Asylum (as featured on the show Destination Fear) and talks about going on the ghost tour there, and Kurt looks into the story of the Chase Family Vault and the mysterious …
NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 15:23. Krista and Kurt once again dive into the strange world of Electronic Voice Phenomena, or EVP. We will discuss methods of communication through other means, such as televisions and Frank’s Box, and we will play some more EVPs that we’ve captured during …
It’s the 100th episode of The Strange Sessions!!! In this episode, Krista and Kurt read and listen to the amazingly sweet emails, messages, and voicemails from listeners, and look back at the last 5 years of doing the show. And, as always, a taste-test (a special anniversary cake!), and we …
In this sneak preview episode of “The Side Sessions” (non-paranormal episodes available for monthly subscribers on Ko-Fi), Krista and Kurt discuss the 1945 Empire State Building B-25 airplane crash, and how it’s tied to a Guinness world record that you really don’t want to try breaking.
NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 18:53 Stretching as far back as the voyage of Christopher Columbus, the area of the ocean known as The Bermuda Triangle is reported to be a hub of missing boats, planes, and paranormal activity. Is there anything to this, or is it all …
**NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 21:03. In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, Krista looks into the strange death of Todd Geib, and Kurt looks into the miraculous claims of the Our Lady Of Guadalupe image. And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions!
NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 18:18. It’s another Strange States episode, and this time, it’s the Centennial State, Colorado! Haunted hotels, vampires, spooky cemeteries, ghosts of dead miners, and probably a John Denver song or two stuck in your head, Krista and Kurt will be looking at the …
NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 14:53. For years, people who are under the influence of the drug DPH report going to a place known as Eiriel and encountering many of the same nightmarish beings, including The Hat Man. And users of the drug DMT report similar bizarre encounters …
Welcome to the July 2021 “The Bad Things Of Summer” virtual podfest!!! In this special episode, seven different podcasts come together to each record a small segment to give you a little sample of some other awesome podcasts that are out there! A huge thank you to Brad from the …
NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 22:33. In our first ever “Missing 411 Spotlight” episode, 16-year old Trenny Gibson went with her class on a field trip to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 1976. Her classmates saw her look at something off the trail, and then step …
NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 18:10. It’s time again for one of our always-popular Listener Stories episodes! In this episode, we read and listen to stories of strangeness sent by our amazing listeners. And since we had so many sent to us, there will be a second Listener …
NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 17:12 In this episode, Krista and Kurt are joined by first-time guest co-host Devin Zahn to revisit and do a deep-dive on The Hat Man. Devin talks about his encounters with this being, and theories are discussed. What is this thing??? And, as …
NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 1:02:17 This episode is a “catch-up” episode where we spend the first hour of the episode reading listener emails, playing voicemails, and opening packages sent to us. In the second hour, Kurt looks at two stories from the Crazy Days and Nights website. …
In this episode, Kurt and Krista are joined once again by the always awesome Kory Konecny! Kory discusses the Lindbergh baby kidnapping, and Krista revisits the Elisa Lam story and talks about the recent documentary about her death. And, as always, a taste-test! NOTE – The topic discussion starts at …
Is it possible that there are hundreds, if not thousands, of strange, secret bases located under our feet? And what goes on in these bases? In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into DUMBs (Deep Underground Military Bases), the rumored alien/human base under Dulce, New Mexico, and the mysterious life …
In this episode, Krista and Kurt stay close to home and look at Wisconsin’s legendary creatures and cryptids! Aliens, vampires, werewolves, ghost chickens…we’ve got it all here in our state! And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions! NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 24:23
In this episode, Krista and Kurt revisit the topics of The Mandela Effect, CERN, and Simulation Theory. Also, a taste-test and we answer listener questions!
In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, Krista discusses the bizarre story of Dudleytown, an abandoned town in Connecticut that is said to be haunted and cursed, and Kurt discusses Florida’s mysterious Coral Castle, 2 million pounds of limestone that is believed to have been quarried, moved, and carved by one …
Studies suggest that 1 out of every 10 people have had a near-death experience. Many of these people share similar stories about leaving their bodies, entering a tunnel of light, and seeing loved ones who have passed away. In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into the phenomena of near-death …
We are back!!! In this conversational pre-season warm-up episode, Krista and Kurt just chat about their break, open some gifts from listeners, read some listener emails, play some voicemails, and read some near-death experience stories to get ready for the next episode about NDE’s. Join us for Season 5 of …
In this special holiday episode, Krista and Kurt just take it easy and chat about Christmas, look back at Season 4 of the podcast, talk about two more Missing 411 stories, discuss some of their ghost investigations, and all sorts of other stuff! And, as always, a taste-test and listener …
In this episode, the Season 4 finale, Krista and Kurt once again look into the strangeness of people mysteriously vanishing from national parks or dying mysteriously in the parks. Recent Missing 411 stories are discussed, as is the controversy surrounding the phenomena. And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions! …
In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, Krista discusses the strange phenomenon of deja vu, and Kurt discusses the mystery of The Toynbee Tiles! And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions! NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 26:28.
Rumors say that throughout the 1970’s and 1980’s, the military researched and experimented with the idea of having the best possible spy…one who could be thousands of miles away from the target. Was this just a rumor, or did it really happen? (Spoiler…it really happened). In this episode, Krista and …
In this episode, Kurt and Krista talk all about Halloween! From it’s origins to it’s traditions to our favorite things about it, we look at all things Halloween! And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions! NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 23:11.
For decades now, conspiracy-minded people have always felt that they were being tracked, their phone calls were being monitored, and their emails were being read. Is it really happening, or are they just crazy? (Spoiler…they’re not crazy). In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into electronic surveillance. Just how much …
Throughout history, there have been reports of unexplained sounds seemingly coming from the sky, from loud booms to trumpets to persistent humming sounds. In this episode, Kurt, Krista, and special guest co-host Jim (Krista’s husband) discuss strange sounds from the sky. And, as always, a taste test and we answer …
In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, Krista and Kurt are joined once again in the studio by popular guest co-host, Kory Konecny! Krista discusses the haunting of the Tallman house in Horicon, Wisconsin, and Kory discusses the bizarre tale of Mel’s Hole. And, as always, a taste-test and we answer …
It’s another Strange States episode! This time, we are looking at the gem and potato state, Idaho!! From stinky poison-spewing water monsters to ghostly joggers, we will be looking at Idaho’s bizarre creatures and haunted locations! And as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions! NOTE – The topic …
For the last 1,500 years, the cold and dark depths of Loch Ness have been said to be inhabited by a giant creature. After decades of sightings, photos, and videos, the question still remains…is there a Loch Ness Monster? In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into the story of …
Once again, it’s time for listener stories! Always one of our most popular episodes, this time we have over a dozen listener stories featuring ghosts, synchronicities, UFOs, Hat Men, spooky encounters in the woods, and all things Strange!! NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 18:18
As the occult/paranormal fascination of the 1970’s passed into a new decade, the 1980’s were hit with a devastating moral panic. Games, music, businesses, and lives were affected by it. In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into the Satanic Panic of the 1980’s, from The Smurfs to Judas Priest …
Psychiatrist Carl Jung coined the term “synchronicity” to describe moments of meaningful coincidence in our lives. In this episode, Krista and Kurt talk about synchronicities, from well-known stories to our personal stories to number synchronicities (such as always seeing 11:11) and the theories behind it all. And, as always, a …
In this “My Favorite Mini-Mystery” episode, Krista discusses a strange doomsday/UFO cult/group/website, and Kurt looks into the weird world of spontaneous human combustion. Also, a taste-test, listener mail, and we answer listener questions! NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 15:00
In Montauk, New York, an abandoned military base has a long history of bizarre rumors. And how does this all tie in with the story of a strange military experiment with a warship from 1943? In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into the story of The Montauk Project and …
In this Skype episode, Krista and Kurt discuss haunted paintings! Can these works of art really be cursed or haunted, or is it more fiction than fact? NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 7:50
On Super Bowl weekend in 1993, David Glenn Lewis’s wife and daughter left their Amarillo, Texas home to go on a shopping trip. When they returned home the night of the Super Bowl, David was nowhere to be found. In this case…one that Krista would call a “real head-scratcher”…the events …
An astonishing 71% of our planet is water. Is it possible that UFOs exist not only in the sky above us, but also in the water below us? In this Skype episode, Krista and Kurt look into Unidentified Submerged Objects (USO’s), and talk about the strange occurrence at Shag Harbor …
On September 20th, 1988, 19-year old Tara Calico left her home in New Mexico to go on a bike ride, and was never seen again. 9 months later, a woman in Florida found a disturbing Polaroid photograph laying in a parking lot. Tara’s family and friends believe the girl in …
In this non-topic quarantine episode, Krista and Kurt mess around with Skype to discuss a few things and to see if it’s feasible for us to do a podcast this way. If you Strangers are ok with this, after a few tweaks, we will record an actual podcast using Skype. …
In this Stranger Suggestions episode, we look into three stories suggested by listeners Sophie, Tiff, and Rey. From strange letters being mailed to people all around the country to mysterious sounds coming from beneath a house in Wales to a bizarre YouTube video, we check out these three strange stories. …
In this Strange States episode, Kurt and Krista look into the legendary creatures and haunted locations of Alabama, from bizarre metal men to haunted children’s parks! And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions! NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 24:09
In this backup episode, Krista and Kurt look into the fascinating world of subliminal messages, from their history, to the science behind them, to their use in movies and advertising. And they look into the strange story of whether or not subliminal messages were once used in an old television …
In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, Krista and Kurt each bring a topic to the table. Krista discusses the Krnak family murders, a local case that she has a small personal connection with, and Kurt discusses the strange shortwave radio broadcasts known as Numbers Stations. There’s also a taste-test, we …
In the Season 4 premiere, The Strangers voted on the topic, and in this episode, Krista and Kurt will be looking into stories about strange phone calls! From stories about phone calls by loved ones who have passed away, creepy threatening calls, and bizarre voicemail messages, Kurt and Krista look …
During Christmas, 1980, American soldiers based near Rendlesham Forest in England witnessed strange lights in the sky and an unknown craft was discovered in the woods. The incident went on to become England’s most well-known UFO encounter. In this episode, Kurt and Krista look into the mysterious events of the …
In this episode, the Season 3 finale, Kurt and Krista give updates on some of the stories that they’ve covered since the beginning of the show, and as always, there’s a taste-test and listener questions! Thank you SO much for all of your support and for being a part of …
In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, Krista is in the studio but is sick, so guest co-host Kory brings a mystery to the table! Kory discusses the strange disappearance of scuba diver Ben McDaniel, and Kurt discusses the story of Derek and Maria Broaddus, owners of a new home who …
With Halloween right around the corner, Kurt and Krista discuss horror films that are rumored to have curses attached to them, and they discuss their favorite, and least favorite, horror movies. And as always, a taste-test and a listener story! NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 19:06.
On March 13, 1997, the most widely witnessed mass UFO sighting in history occurred in the skies over Arizona. Thousands of people witnessed strange lights and reported massive triangular crafts silently flying through the night sky, and many of these witnesses managed to document these UFOs in photographs and on …
On November 24, 1971, a man calling himself Dan Cooper hijacked a Boeing 727 aircraft, and parachuted out into the stormy night with $200,000 cash. Since that day, the legend of D.B. Cooper has become a piece of American folklore. Could Cooper have survived the jump, and if he did, …
In this episode, Kurt and Krista look into the strange world of gangstalking, electronic harassment, and Robert Guffey’s book “Chameleo: A Strange but True Story of Invisible Spies, Heroin Addiction, and Homeland Security”. We also finally get to try Vegemite (thank you, Carly!) and as always, we answer listener questions! …
In this “My Favorite Mini-Mystery” episode, Krista discusses the strange disappearance of 9-year old Walter Collins, and Kurt discusses the Amityville murders and hauntings! Also, a taste-test and a great listener story! Give it a listen! *NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 22:33
You wanted it, and we love talking about it…it’s more Missing 411! Based on the Missing 411 books by David Paulides, in this super-sized episode Krista and Kurt discuss more strange stories about people vanishing or dying under mysterious circumstances in national parks and woods, and we look into more …
In this episode, Krista, Kurt, and guest co-host James Bohn discuss The Bridgewater Triangle, a 200 square mile section of Massachusetts that is home to countless Bigfoot sightings, ghosts, strange creatures, murders, UFOs, animal mutilations, and Pukwudgies. The area definitely lives up to it’s reputation as one of the most …
It’s our 50th episode!!! In this celebratory episode, we listen to paranormal stories and messages sent in by our listeners! Also…a taste-test, and we draw a winner for our 50th episode contest! Thank you all so much for listening, for being an amazing group of people, and for being with …
In this episode from the Strange States series, Krista and Kurt look into Missouri and discuss it’s legendary creatures and it’s weirdest or most haunted locations. And, as always, there’s a taste-test and listener questions! Give it a listen! NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 20:50
In April, 2014, 22-year-old Lisanne Froon and 21-year-old Kris Kremers left for a short hike on a Panamanian jungle trail, and never returned. Months later, their partial remains were found, along with their belongings, which included their cell phones and camera. The puzzling contents of the phones and the camera …
In this episode, Kurt and Krista look into reincarnation and claims of children remembering past lives. Is it really reincarnation, or just active imaginations? And as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions! NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 21:07.
In this “My Favorite Mini-Mystery” episode, Krista discusses the 1951 disappearance of 10-year old Beverly Potts, and Kurt discusses Elsagate…the bizarre, violent, and disturbingly sexual cartoons and videos that started showing on up on children’s video apps. Who or what is behind these videos? Due to the nature of this …
In this episode, Krista and Kurt discuss the stories and legends from ten haunted forests around the world, from The Pine Barrens of New Jersey to The Suicide Forest of Japan. And, as always, taste-tests and listener questions! NOTE – The topic discussion starts at 20:00
In this episode, Krista, Kurt, and returning guest co-host Rhonda discuss the strange topic of alien abduction, looking into the history behind it, and the theories about it. Also, we have our weirdest taste-test ever, and we answer listener questions. Give it a listen! NOTE – The topic discussion begins at 21:23!
In this episode, Kurt and Krista look into two internet mysteries that have puzzled people for years…Captain Kutchie’s Key Lime Pies and Karin Catherine Waldegrave. What is the story behind these mysterious web personalities? Are they automated web bots? Are they coded messages from spies? Are they victims of mind …
In this episode, Kurt and Krista discuss possession and exorcism, delving into it’s history and discussing some notable cases. Also, taste tests and listener questions! Give it a listen! If you are new to the podcast, the episode topic usually starts around the 20 minute mark.
In this “My Favorite Mini-Mystery” episode, Krista discusses the strange dog suicide bridge of Scotland, and Kurt discusses the bizarre “Lead Masks” case from Brazil. Plus, taste-tests, listener questions, and more! Give it a listen!
In this episode, Krista and Kurt discuss the strange story of The Betz Sphere. The story of the sphere involves a family that makes a mysterious find, the military, scientists, and one of history’s most famous UFO experts. And due to the awesome work of the “Astonishing Legends” podcast, there …
In this episode, Kurt and Krista discuss the mysterious Georgia Guidestones. Who designed and financed them? Was it a secret society, a famous billionaire, controversial scientists, or someone else? And are they guidelines to humanity’s salvation, or it’s destruction? Give it a listen! NOTE – We were not able to …
In the Season 3 premiere, Kurt and Krista discuss Denver International Airport. Strange paintings, tales of spooky underground tunnels, the New World Order, reptilian aliens, and Blucifer. What the heck is going on at this place?! All this, plus listener questions and a taste test! Give it a listen!
Merry Christmas, Strangers! In this special holiday episode of The Strange Sessions, Krista and Kurt push the strange aside to briefly discuss the legend of Krampus, and then discuss their Christmas likes, dislikes, and favorite Christmas memories.
In this final episode of Season 2, the winner of the “Choose The Topic” contest lives in Ohio, so he picked the topic of Ohio cryptids! Krista and Kurt discuss strange frogmen, the legends of the mysterious and abandoned Helltown, and the legendary Ohio Grassman! All this, plus taste-tests and …