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Blurry PhotosEp 279: Ghost Stories 12Flora is back with the 12th installment of Ghost Stories to close out a late Blurry Photober! Killer curiosity, a rainy classic, a creepy poem and more are in store for you in this edition of ghost stories. David lays out four nerve-chilling tales and one poem to keep you shivering with the cold winter nights. There is also an update about the documentary and more in this traditional episode of Blurry Photos!Don't forget to watch me stream games on Twitch!MusicDanse Macabre, Blue Sizzle, Midnight in the Graveyard, Midnight in the Green...
2024-01-2930 minBlurry PhotosEp 278: Highgate CemeteryBlurry Photober is late this year, but David is back with an episode all about Highgate Cemetery! An incredible feat of gothic greatness, Highgate Cemetery has an interesting history and hauntings to boot. David had the fortune to take a tour of the Grade I historic location, and also interviewed the tour guide, John Waite. John and David go over the history of the cemetery, including its inception, how it fell to disrepair, and how it was revived. David then gets into the history of the hauntings which are said to happen. Mysterious top-hatted figures, forlorn spectres, and rumors of...
2023-12-291h 43Blurry PhotosEp 276: Wild Thing with Laura KrantzFlora is joined by journalist, podcaster, and author Laura Krantz to discuss her podcast and book The Search for Sasquatch! Creator and host of Wild Thing podcast, Laura Krantz has parlayed her experience in Bigfoot research into a show and now book. New to the field of Sasquatchery, she dove right in with boots on the ground journalism and interviews with heavy hitters in the realm of Bigfoot science. With a familial tie to legendary researcher Grover Krantz, Laura got to experience a ton of fascinating things in her first foray into this controversial field. David interviews her about her...
2023-08-1739 minBlurry PhotosEp 275: Irish Mythical ArtifactsDavid is back and kicking off with some Irish mythical artifacts! The rich mythology of the Emerald Isle has many Irish mythical artifacts supplementing its heroes and legends, and Flora brings you 15 to discuss! Not only from Ireland, but the rest of the British Isles as well. Swords, cauldrons, harps, stones - there's a little bit of everything! David breaks down three types of artifacts and talks about five different objects in each section. There are objects of war, objects of benevolence, and objects of nobility. It's a fun list episode of Blurry Photos to kick off season 12!...
2023-08-0143 minBlurry PhotosNews Update and end of Season 11Season 11 draws to a close, and David updates you with the latest news on Blurry Photos. Check out David's new podcast, 5-Minute Frights! Stories compiled and edited by Tom Lyons, narrated by David, quick little spooky/tense encounters perfect for binging. Search for the title, or by Tom or David's name on your podcatcher to find it and subscribe!
2023-05-3103 minBlurry PhotosEp 274: The Devil: A History part 1Flora begins an epic deep dive into the history of the Devil with the first of a 2-part episode! Known the world over as the arch-fiend of all that is good, the Devil enjoys a sinister reputation, but is it truly deserved? Join David on a journey through history as he presents his research on this figure of malevolence. In part 1, David begins with the earliest mentions of Satan, including cultural inspirations. Both the Old and New Testaments of the Christian Bible are referenced as well as Hebrew scriptures and apocrypha not included in the Biblical canon. Ancient mythologies of...
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Quiz Quiz Bang Bang Trivia PodcastEp 189: Fighting in the War room. Oscar TriviaOn Today's Special Oscar Trivia Episode It is with extreme pleasure that we announce that Fighting in the War Room will be joining us for a special Oscar trivia episode. Matt Patches is the Senior Entertainment Editor at Polygon, Katey Rich is the deputy editor of VanityFair.com and together they form team Avatar: The Way of Winners. Dave "Da7e" Gonzales will have a book about Marvel coming out in 2022, David Ehrlich is a senior film critic at Indiewire and together they from team Linda Tarr is innocent: David is a false prodigal of a handful of truths. The am...
2023-01-191h 14Quiz Quiz Bang Bang Trivia PodcastEp 180: Go Big or Go Blue vs Crotch PotatoesTrivia We are so excited to have such incredible talented guests on this episode. ComedySportz star and Evanston Block Party Thrower Kat Gotsick teams up with David Flora as team Go Big or Go Blue as they go up against Pat Dwyer and Zach Thompson who you can see on MST3K. Russ Friedewald, the founder of Trivia Workshop hosts this show. How would you hold up against them with questions like: Originating in Baja California, tacos de camarones are typically stuffed with lettuce, pico de gallo, avocado, cream, and what other ingredient, described as “the fruit of the sea” in a...
2022-11-111h 13Blurry PhotosBP Bonus: Halloween Chat with Monster Fuzz PodcastEXPLICIT Language warning! Lots of F-bombs in this one. The boys of Monster Fuzz Podcast are back! David, Rob, and Eamonn discuss stories and topics of Halloween, including favorite films, costumes, and near-deadly experiences. Rob and Eamonn bring favorite films and TV shows to talk about, while David tries to pick a favorite. The boys also discuss scary life moments and costumes. Flora shares a couple of harrowing experiences from his childhood as well as his most embarrassing costume choice ever. It's a fun, light-hearted and relaxed conversation between Irishmen (well, one quarter Irish for Flora)! Make sure to give...
2022-10-261h 04Blurry PhotosBP Bonus: Paranormal TriviaDavid kicks off Blurry Photober with a unique bonus episode of paranormal trivia! Three podcasters step into the ring to match wits and test their knowledge of paranormal trivia, with Flora as host. Derek Hayes from Monsters Among Us, Brent Hand from Hysteria 51, and Amberrose Hammond from Ghostly Talk battle it out for bragging rights! David wrote 21 questions in the Quiz Quiz Bang Bang format, and you can play along and test yourself against the podcasters to see how you stack up! And don't forget to check out the other shows when you're done with this one. Monsters Among Us...
2022-10-1453 minQuiz Quiz Bang Bang Trivia PodcastEp 176: Paranormal Trivia with The Monsters vs 51 RosesParanormal Trivia Welcome to our spookiest episode yet! Our Paranormal Trivia episode is packed with talent. Derek Hayes from Monster Among Us goes up against Brent Hand from Hysteria 51 and Amberrose Hammond from Ghostly Talk. David Flora hosts this episode and asks amazing questions like: Symbolizing the horrors of starvation, which Algonquian creature is featured in a novella by Algernon Blackwood? Throwing salt over one's shoulder to ward off evil is thought to derive in part from artistic depictions of salt spilled by which biblical figure? Which Atchison, KS abode is tormented by the ghost of a little girl? Who...
2022-10-1350 minBlurry PhotosEp 269: Yokai 2 with Dark Mark SoloffDark Mark Soloff returns to Blurry Photos to discuss the ever-fascinating yokai! A refresher and some new stories of yokai await, as Dark Mark nerds out with Flora on Japanese lore. Not visited for over 230 episodes, David brings Mark back to the show to revisit this fun and interesting topic. Japanese lore is rich and deep, and the boys talk about the origins, evolutions, and history of the Japanese ghosts. They also tell about some specific and fun types, including their favorites and ones used often in pop culture. Three stories are also read, all from Lafcadio Hearn's Kwaidan. Tune i...
2022-08-201h 50Blurry PhotosEp 268: Angels part 2David and Jason return for the second part of Angels! Completing the hierarchy and discussing the evolution of Angels visually, the boys continue their fascinating journey through religious lore. The highest choir is discussed, with 3 more beings and their responsibilities described. Then Flora pivots to how such beings came to be viewed through a modern lens. How did they get wings, lyres, and halos? Is there any origin to how most people view them today? Jason answers with some very interesting scholarly explanations. Polish that halo and tune that lyre, this episode of Blurry Photos might just be heaven on e...
2022-07-291h 07Blurry PhotosBP Bonus: HoaxFlora, Derek, and Zenger are back with a special guest to discuss the 2019 film Hoax! The boys speak to writer/director Matt Allen about his indie film Hoax and get some insights to the making of it. Matt relates several stories and experiences in the making of the film. Flora learns about the dangers lurking in his backyard while Zenger learns his love of bacon outweighs movie gore. Check out the film and then listen to the roundtable (or vice versa) for a great behind the scenes experience! Don't forget to check out another roundtable while you're at it. Find m...
2022-07-1851 minBlurry PhotosEp 268: Angels part 1Jason from the Dragons in Genesis podcast returns to discuss Angels in this 2-part episode! Flora and Jason dive into the history and origins of the concept of Angels in this first part of a two part episode. Where did they come from? Did they always look like what most people picture these days? David and Jason tackle some fascinating comparative mythology and also begin breaking down the hierarchy of these wild religious beings. Leave behind what you think you know - these things have morphed and changed more than a Power Ranger on his tenth cup of coffee! Enjoy...
2022-07-1155 minBlurry PhotosEp 267: Monster Fuzz PodcastFlora welcomes the boys from Monster Fuzz Podcast for a fun and lively discussion! Rob and Eamonn from Monster Fuzz Podcast join to converse about cryptids, podcasting, Lego, Ireland, and more! David waxes about his 10 years of podcasting including favorite episodes and weirdest cryptids. Rob and Eamonn discuss Gef the Talking Mongoose, learn about Hoover the Talking Seal, and ask about David's crazy times in Ireland. Make sure to give them some love wherever you listen to Blurry Photos! And stay tuned later in the week for the Miss Cryptid winner announcement. Find Monster Fuzz here!
2022-06-0756 minQuiz Quiz Bang Bang Trivia PodcastEp 157: Goldie Han Solo vs KannieTrivia We are so excited to have such incredible talented guests on this episode. Kat Gotsick and Annie Flora are team Kannie as they go up against David. How would you hold up against them with questions like: What architect designed Falling Waters, a house perched on a waterfall, in Mill Run Pennsylvania? The aubergine, a plant in the nightshade family, is commonly known as what in the US? Mary Shields was the first woman to finish what famous Alaskan race in 1974? What is the aesthetic or imagery inspired by an old-fashioned, rural lifestyle, characterized by rustic décor and f...
2022-05-301h 00Blurry PhotosBP Bonus: It FollowsBack at the roundtable once again, the boys review the 2014 horror film It Follows! A unique spin on the horror genre, It Follows is a well-thought out and tension-filled film by David Robert Mitchell. That doesn't mean the boys enjoyed it, however. Not all of them, anyway. Flora discusses the plot and behind the scenes details with Derek and Justin while hearing their take. Is it a genre-bending game changer? Or is it a bit too slow to keep the attention? The boys talk all about it in this bonus episode! Don't forget to check out another roundtable while you're at...
2022-05-091h 07Quiz Quiz Bang Bang Trivia PodcastBing Bang Bonus: NCAA Basketball Trivia 2NCAA Basketball Trivia It's time for a NCAA Basketball tournament rematch! In this bonus pickup game of NCAA Basketball trivia we have David Flora take on Matt Blume and Shaun Roach with Melvin Kim as our guest host. Whose 'one shining moment' will it be? Will there be a Cinderella story or will the blue bloods prevail? Are you able to answer questions like: The NCAA men’s tournament first occurred in 1939. How many teams did the first tournament have? What year was the first NCAA women’s tournament held (give or take 5 years)? In 1985, the Villanova Wildcats won the nati...
2022-03-181h 11Blurry PhotosEp 263: Other Dyatlovs part 2Part two of Other Dyatlovs continues the dive into these Russian mysteries. Similar to Khamar-Daban, the strange deaths at Chivruay Pass leave nothing but questions for these other Dyatlovs. Flora dives deeply into the mystery to tell the story and explanations of what happened in 1973 on the Kola Peninsula. During a popular hike along a relatively easy path, 10 hikers seemingly split up and died overnight. Explanations range from vengeful spirits to KGB hits. How did these young people meet their fate on that snowy mountain pass? Why were they found in different places with missing eyes and blackened skin? David...
2022-02-0849 minBlurry PhotosEp 263: Other Dyatlovs part 1David is back with the first part of a deep dive into other Dyatlovs, more Russian mountain mysteries! Similar enough to the infamous Dyatlov Pass Incident, the other Dyatlovs of Khamar-Daban and Chivruay Pass pose equally creepy, unsolved mysteries. Happenings like these occurring in the same place would be one thing, but these all happened in different places around Russia. In the first part of this two-part episode, Flora takes a look at the Khamar-Daban Incident. A tragedy that took place in Southern Siberia in 1993, the Khamar-Daban Incident resulted in the loss of 6 lives. Only one of the 7 to go...
2022-01-2232 minQuiz Quiz Bang Bang Trivia PodcastBing Bang Bonus: Running TriviaRunning Trivia We are thrilled to have Matthew Blume on to co-host this episode of Running trivia. Matthew Blume was the fastest runner from Illinois to complete the Chicago Marathon in 2014 with a time of 2:20:28. He completed the Berlin Marathon in 2:18:54 which was fast enough to let qualify him to be part of the US Olympic Trials. He wrote this episode all about running and can you answer questions like: What is the first thing of Dwight's that Jim puts in Jello?" What is the byproduct of anaerobic exercise called? Who was the first person to run under four minutes...
2022-01-0955 minBlurry PhotosEp 261: Ghost Stories 10Flora is back with a handful of aptly spookily dookilies in the tenth edition of ghost stories! A cursed tub, an Ex to die for, and zombies fill this year's edition of ghost stories. David weaves these yarns and more for your listening pleasure. Stick around after the stories for an important message about the Blurry Photos Audible trial offer. Don't forget to watch me stream games on Twitch! Music Myst on the Moor, Danse Macabre, Midnight in the Greenhouse, One of Them, Ossuary 5 - Rest, Phantasm - Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
2021-11-0937 minBlurry PhotosEp 260: Railway GhostsFlora kicks off Blurry Photober (a little late) with an express train of railway ghosts! Haunted stations, haunting trains, and spectral haunts as well as railroad superstitions make up this collection of railway ghosts. International spooks and spots from India, Singapore, and Italy are the first destinations. Superstitions of railroad workers offers a scenic view along the tracks. And the final destination includes personal accounts and stories from American rail lines. Listen as David punches your ticket to Hell in this episode of of Blurry Photos! Don't forget to watch me stream games on Twitch! Music Myst on the Moor, D...
2021-10-2358 minBlurry PhotosEp 259: The Book of EnochDavid welcomes back Jason Foux from Dragons in Genesis to discuss the Book of Enoch! A strange but much-referenced book in the Christian bible's apocrypha, the Book of Enoch has been the basis for countless claims of an esoteric nature. Commonly pointed to when discussing ancient aliens, it has also inspired religions and mythologies for centuries. Jason joins Flora for an overview of the book as well as the connections to weird stuff it has spawned. After a 7-part series on Enoch, Jason draws parallels and theories together with the ease of an angel betraying a god. Listen as the...
2021-09-291h 49Blurry PhotosEp 258: Nathan Isaac, The Penny Royal PodcastFlora is joined by Nathan Isaac, host and writer of the Penny Royal Podcast for a fascinating discussion of oddities in Pulaski Co., Kentucky. Somerset, KY resident Nathan Isaac has been researching strange phenomena in and around Pulaski Co. on the Penny Royal Podcast for years. While some places might have some weird stories, Somerset might just take the cake. Murders, conspiracy, larger than life people, geological anomalies, Fortean phenomena, and odd coincidences abound. The epicenter of the Kentucky Anomaly, Pulaski Co. has strange features to begin with, but do they cause weird behavior or are they simply another weird...
2021-08-281h 34Blurry PhotosEp 256: 5G ConspiraciesDavid is joined by Dr. Eric van Rongen to discuss the ins-and-outs, conspiracies, and facts about 5G technology! Vice Chair of the Int'l Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection, Dr. van Rongen is an expert on 5G tech and its effects on humanity. Flora asks questions about what the tech is, how its effects are measured, and what the dangers are. Dr van Rongen explains all, including thoughts on the conspiracies that have popped up about it. Should you be concerned about that cell phone or that cell tower in your area? What about WIFI and Bluetooth? Pause the packing on...
2021-07-2253 minBlurry PhotosEp 255: The Invention Secrecy Act with Ben BowlinStuff They Don't Want You to Know's Ben Bowlin joins Flora to discuss the Invention Secrecy Act! A U.S. Congressional Act passed in 1951, the Invention Secrecy Act gives the government authority to take patents if deemed a threat, and Ben Bowlin explains it all with David. Got a car that can run on hydrogen? Radio jamming technology? Teleportation pads? Not anymore. According to the act, the government has the right to set your patent application aside if deemed a national security threat. This has given rise to countless conspiracy theories. Suppressed tech, mysterious deaths, and more come into play...
2021-05-111h 15Blurry PhotosEp 253: Irish PiratesSeason 10 roars into port with a slurry photos about Irish Pirates! Celebrating the season opener, Flora grabs the Jameson and Guinness and takes you through some fun history with stories of Irish Pirates. Learn about the likes of Anne Bonny, George Cusack, and Grace O'Malley. Hear the tale of the Ouzel Galley, the ship that disappeared for 5 years leading to a rather happy ending. And join David as he toasts history, podcasting, and you the listener! It's a once-a-year tradition to have a slurry photos episode, so keep that in mind as Flora leaves in the 'outtakes' and stutters. Take...
2021-04-1453 minBlurry PhotosEp 252: The Battersea PoltergeistBBC Radio 4's Danny Robins joins Blurry Photos to discuss his new podcast series The Battersea Poltergeist! A haunting in 1950's south London, the Battersea Poltergeist made the front pages then and made life for the Hitchings family unbearable. David welcomes producer, writer, and presenter Danny Robins on the show to talk about the case and his new podcast. The podcast includes a wonderful variety of investigation, interviews, and dramatic reenactments. Flora asks Danny about his experiences and journalism while making the show. It's a fascinating case brought to life by Danny and some great actors, including Burn Gorman, Dafne...
2021-03-1159 minBlurry PhotosEp 251: Anomalistic Psychology with Prof. Chris FrenchFlora is joined by Professor Christopher French for an interview all about Anomalistic Psychology! Head of the Anomalistic Psychology Research Unit at Goldsmiths, University of London, Prof. French discusses the ins and outs of his field of expertise. David asks what the definition of Anomalistic Psychology is, how people think about the paranormal, and what all goes into being a skeptic while keeping an open mind. To get a better understanding of why folks believe paranormal claims, David seeks answers from a scientific/psychological angle. Prof. French discusses many examples and experiences he's had for mundane and extraordinary paranormal claims...
2021-02-281h 11Blurry PhotosBP Bonus: Trollhunter RoundtableDavid is joined once again by Derek and Zenger to talk about the 2010 film Trollhunter! A dark fantasy/comedy film, Trollhunter follows a Norwegian government employee in a found footage mockumentary style. The boys engage in a game of 'what is there not to like.' Truly a good movie, Flora talks about some behind the scenes stories he heard while everyone shares favorite moments and monsters from it. It's a feel-good roundtable this time, quite contrary to the last one! Please vote for me for Best Podcast and Best Podcast Host! Find Derek at Monsters Among Us Find Zenger...
2021-01-291h 10Blurry PhotosBP Bonus: TeslaThe boys are back at the roundtable with Flora's pick for the month, the 2020 film Tesla! Starring Ethan Hawke, Tesla is an artistic take on the inventor's life and struggles, but does it do the man justice? Derek from Monsters Among Us and Justin from Zeng This! join David to discuss this odd selection. If you watch it, buckle up for a wild ride that might leave you wondering what else is coming. Did Hawke's performance impress or depress? How much ice cream is acceptable in a biopic? You be the judge. The lads already passed their judgment on this...
2020-12-0952 minBlurry PhotosEp 249: Digital Folklore with Dr. Lynne McNeillDavid is joined by folklorist Dr. Lynne McNeill to discuss Digital Folklore! A topic that spans culture, anthropology, sociology, and modern legends, Digital Folklore is a growing and evolving phenomenon happening right in front of us. Dr. McNeill, professor at Utah State University, is an expert on folklore and folklore in an online context in particular. She discusses Internet legend origins, settings, proliferation and more. How do these things fit in a cultural perspective? What makes something folklore and what does it look like online? Flora asks these questions and more in a very informative, spirited conversation on this episode...
2020-11-271h 01Blurry PhotosEp 246: Vengeful Ghosts part 2Flora is back with the second part of Vengeful Ghosts! Blurry Photober keeps rolling with Vengeful Ghosts part 2 and several tales of spirits claiming revenge through law. Hear the story of Maria Marten and the Red Barn murder. Take an ear gander at a murder tale from old England. See what you think about Fisher's Ghost from Australia and Teresita Basa from Chicago. And learn about the odd circumstances surrounding the death of Zona Shue Heaster from West Virginia. David presents these cases and their outcomes to wrap up this 2-part episode of Blurry Photos! Don't forget to join the...
2020-10-2652 minBlurry PhotosEp 246: Vengeful Ghosts part 1Kick off Blurry Photober with a 2-part episode all about vengeful ghosts! The souls of those wronged and/or murdered in life have a way of avenging their mistreatment as vengeful ghosts. Flora runs you through a short list of these types of spirits in the first of a 2-parter. Go continent hopping and learn some highlights from many different cultures. Learn some important lessons from the Churel, Ngozi, La Sayona, Chindi, and more. Keep that roving eye under control, and for goodness' sake don't plot divorce against your spouse. Hear these tips and lots more on this episode of...
2020-10-1446 minBlurry PhotosBP Bonus: The Meg RoundtableThe boys are back with another roundtable, this time on the 2018 film The Meg! Generously falling under the umbrella of ancient surviving cryptid, The Meg is a sci-fi action movie about terrible giant sharks. And the terror doesn't end there. David, Derek, and Justin all weigh in with thoughts and opinions on how this film measured up. One Justin's favorites, did D&D agree? Or did they find it rather fishy? Tune in to find out if the shark satisfied Flora's need for giant murder machines. Derek from Monsters Among Us and Zenger from Zeng This! have opinions up to...
2020-10-0257 minBlurry PhotosBP Bonus: BullPhone with DavidBlurriever and patron David S becomes the show's first Tsoukalos Sound-level supporter and got to jump on a BullPhone call with Flora! David shares his personal experiences from a very haunted west coast town and Flora learns about some Santa Cruz history in this BullPhone. From shadowy figures and recurring spectres to hairless coneheads in the basement, David tells of many hauntings from the places he's called home. There's even a lady in black who stands in the surf on the beach! Don't forget, if you have lots of stories to share or weird news to discuss, you too can...
2020-08-271h 17Blurry PhotosEp 242: The Conspiracy Theory HandbookFlora invited the authors of The Conspiracy Theory Handbook, Dr. Stephan Lewandowsky and Dr. John Cook, on the podcast to discuss their recent work. A powerful little tool breaking down the ins and outs of conspiratorial thinking, The Conspiracy Theory Handbook seeks to inform on how to better engage in critical thinking. David has a large handful of questions for the gentlemen. It's a fascinating discussion into how conspiracies can be approached and how to engage theorists and those who aren't sure what to think. Give the episode a listen and then go read the Handbook for yourself! And don't fo...
2020-06-281h 13Blurry PhotosBP Bonus: The Curse of La Llorona RoundtableThe boys are back at the roundtable, this time taking a look at the 2019 film The Curse of La Llorona! A familiar bit of folklore to Blurry Photos, Flora and the guys see how well The Curse of La Llorona stacks up against the legends. The weeping woman might have a reason to cry after this portrayal. The film is a relatively lucrative addition to the Conjuring Universe franchise. Though it had some good success at the box office, does it live up to the hype? Derek from Monsters Among Us and Zenger from Zeng This! pull no punches in...
2020-06-181h 01Quiz Quiz Bang Bang Trivia PodcastBing Bang Bonus: The Beatles TriviaThe Beatles Trivia Annie and David Flora are proud to bring you a special episode written by Beatles enthusiast Kevin Herbon! It's a wonderful and challenging episode all on Beatles trivia. How much of a Beatles fan are you? Do you know the answer to the following questions: What was the first song the Beatles sang on The Ed Sullivan Show? By word length, which is Beatle song has the longest title? What’s the only Beatles song with a female name in the title but doesn’t have that name appear in the lyrics? Which Shakespeare play is featured in t...
2020-06-0216 minBlurry PhotosBP Bonus: The Shape of Water RoundtableDo you like fish sticks? David, Derek, and Zenger return to the roundtable to discuss The Shape of Water in this bonus episode! Winner of 4 Academy Awards including Best Picture, The Shape of Water is a uniquely gorgeous film featuring a strange creature worthy of a chat at the roundtable. The boys sit down to discuss what they enjoyed about the movie. They also talk about the cryptid elements, Lovecraft connections, and more. Most folks know it for its fishy love story, but Flora and the boys speak to the deeper themes. Let this one wash over you and tide...
2020-05-111h 04Blurry PhotosEp 241: The Essential Guide to Bigfoot with Ken GerhardDavid welcomes the author of The Essential Guide to Bigfoot, Ken Gerhard, for an interview about the classic hairy hominid! An accomplished cryptozoologist and author, Ken Gerhard joins to discuss his newest work The Essential Guide to Bigfoot, a primer on hairy hominids around the world. Flora asks Ken about his adventures and thoughts on this famous cryptid. Ken brings years of boots on the ground research to the discussion. It's a good foray into the lore of the king of all cryptids! Make sure to pick up a copy of his book with the link below and check out hi...
2020-04-2553 minBlurry PhotosBP Bonus: Wizard World 2019 PanelIt's a throwback to last year with audio from the Wizard World 2019 panel that David moderated! The Wizard World 2019 panel on paranormal podcasting included various Chicagoland podcasters speaking about the ins and outs of the trade. The event didn't have audio recording of its own, so Flora brought a handheld recorder and picked up the panel. The quality is not the greatest, but it was a fun discussion! The panel featured Dark Mark Soloff of Blastropodcast, Brent Hand of Hysteria 51, Nick Mataragas of Freak of the Week, and Bob Anderson of Bob After Dark. Flora moderated and asked questions of...
2020-04-2149 minBlurry PhotosEp 240: Irish GhostsRaise your glass of Guinness, shot of Jameson, or Harp/Killian's/Smithwick's/Kilkenny/etc. and toast to Season 9 of Blurry Photos with an episode of Irish ghosts! There's no shortage of hair-raising tales of Irish ghosts from the Emerald Isle, and Flora tells four of 'em while enjoying a nice drink in this episode. Three poltergeists and a wandering phantom are included in the season opener. And you even get a bonus poem to boot! Hear tell of Petticoat Loose, Corney the poltergeist, a haunted abode in Enniscorthy, and a terrifying old house in Cooneen. Shine up your shoe buckles...
2020-04-1647 minQuiz Quiz Bang Bang Trivia PodcastBing Bang Bonus: NCAA Basketball TriviaNCAA Basketball Trivia Since we won't be having an NCAA Basketball tournament this year, Quiz Quiz Bang Bang has a little roundball competition of its own! In this bonus pickup game of NCAA Basketball trivia we have David Flora take on Matt Blume and Shaun Roach with Melvin Kim as our guest host. Whose 'one shining moment' will it be? Will there be a Cinderella story or will the blue bloods prevail? Are you able to answer questions like: What 16th seed team was the first team ever to win its first round match-up against a #1 seed and for a...
2020-03-1759 minBlurry PhotosBP Bonus: In Search Of Ancient Mysteries (1973) RoundtableJoin David, Derek, and Zenger for another night at the roundtable as they discuss the 1973 special In Search Of Ancient Mysteries! Before the series began, there was In Search Of Ancient Mysteries, a television special narrated by Rod Serling. The show covered a wide array of Forteana from history. Such topics included out of place artifacts, Atlantis, Tiawanaku, Nazca Lines, and so much more. Derek from Monsters Among Us Podcast and Zenger from the Zeng This! Podcast join Flora and review this fun romp through nostalgia and weird history. You can literally see where the roots of Ancient Aliens began...
2020-03-131h 02Blurry PhotosEp 239: The Falcon Lake IncidentSomething there or just hot air? Flora is back with a deep dive into the fascinating events of the Falcon Lake incident! An amazing Canadian UFO case, the Falcon Lake incident is often regarded as one of the most investigated and strongest UFO cases in history. Stefan Michalak was out on a prospecting trip near Falcon Lake, Manitoba, when he witnesses 2 UFOs in the sky. When one landed not far from him, his curiosity led him to a close encounter that would forever change his life. David tackles the incident and asks tough questions in the search for the truth...
2020-03-011h 23Blurry PhotosEp 237: Time Life Mysteries of the UnknownWant to know more? Read the book! Or listen to the podcast. Flora is joined by Ryan from Rumor Flies and Brent from Hysteria 51 to discuss the classic Time Life book series Mysteries of the Unknown. A 33-book set detailing all kinds of Forteana and weird topics, Time Life's Mysteries of the Unknown introduced high strangeness to countless individuals around the world. The boys get together to go over the books in the series, including highlights and influences from each. It's a blast of all kinds of strange topics! You want ley lines? Boom. Madam Blavatsky? Pow. Plant sentience? Skadoosh...
2020-01-201h 20Blurry PhotosEp 236: Hoodoo and Voodoo with Dr. Jeffrey AndersonA review of Voodoo for you! Flora is joined by History professor Dr. Jeffrey Anderson for a very informative discussion on Hoodoo and Voodoo! One of the foremost experts on Hoodoo and Voodoo, Dr. Jeffrey Anderson offers a detailed interview on the history and culture of this poorly-understood religion. David asks questions on how it got started, how it spread and evolved, and what the modern practice looks like. The pantheon of deities is discussed, as is the distinction between hoodoo and even a little bit about zombies. Dr. Anderson provides a veritable king cake of knowledge (with a voodoo...
2019-12-231h 06Blurry PhotosBP Bonus: Hellier 2 RoundtableHellectric Boogaloo The roundtable is back in action as Derek and Zenger join Flora to discuss the newly-released Hellier 2 by Planet Weird. Hellier 2 picks up with more questions and mysteries as the Planet Weird crew chase down answers in an ever-growing, ever-thickening plot. David and the boys talk about expectations, realizations, and aggravations after watching the new series. Were loose ends tied up? Did any questions get answered? Should you play the synchronicity drinking game? Find out in this bonus episode of Blurry Photos! Music Myst on the Moor, Classic Horror 2 - Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Co...
2019-12-181h 06Blurry PhotosEp 234: Werewolves part 2I'm lycan the science on this one. Woof. The second part of Werewolves is coming at you! Flora dives into the science, medicine, and social context of werewolves to shed some light on the current lore. How is the moon connected to them? What are the ways to kill or cure one? What medical conditions have been put forward to explain the condition? David explores the psychological side as well as how Hollywood shaped our understanding. Folklorist Deborah Hyde also shares her insights into the socio-economic aspects of the creature through history. Get ready for some deep and fun information...
2019-11-261h 00Blurry PhotosEp 234: Werewolves part 1Howl's wolfing castle. Blurry Photober continues as Flora cracks open the history book on werewolves! A classic horror monster, werewolves have been around different cultures for millennia, but maybe not quite the way you think. David explores the origins of this popular mythology, including tales from antiquity, global versions, and the beginning of their evolution to what we know and love today. Joining the fun is folklorist, cultural anthropologist, and editor of The Skeptic magazine, Deborah Hyde. Deborah is kind enough to share her insight into werewolf history and lore. The subject is wild and wooly, and just one part w...
2019-11-0147 minBlurry PhotosEp 233: Creepy CultsWARNING: This episode has extremely explicit content. Listener discretion is strongly advised. Blurry Photober kicks off with an incredibly eerie episode about Creepy Cults. Three Creepy Cults are examined, including Aum Shinrikyo, the Ant Hill Kids, and the Marcus Wesson Family. Flora sifts through this heavy topic and tries to suss out the info from the hyperbole. Cults exist in a grey area of accepted but not really trusted. These three examples prove just why cults are often regarded suspiciously. Aum Shinrikyo launched one of the worst terrorist attacks against the public in Japan's history. The Ant Hill Kids was...
2019-10-141h 08Blurry PhotosEp 232: Campfire Ghost Stories 7Booshcraft The weather isn't getting much cooler, but that just means there's still time to get out in nature and be scared silly with the 7th edition of Campfire Ghost Stories! Some familiar tales and some new stuff await you by the tent with Campfire Ghost Stories 7. You'll hear an old comic book tale brought to life about an unfortunate chap who seeks shelter in an old house. There's malicious cemetery spirits, frighteningly-weird entities, and time slips. And a classic poem about a Tennesseean who just can't get warm. Gather your camping gear and charge up the portable speaker...
2019-09-1339 minQuiz Quiz Bang Bang Trivia PodcastEp 24: Mom, Dad, and Uncle Julian vs Goldie Han SoloThis week's trivia program of Quiz Quiz Bang Bang is "Mom, Dad, and Uncle Julian vs Goldie Han Solo"! Friends and Patrons of the podcast Melvin and Kimberly take on David. Has all their hours of listening to our trivia podcast paid off? This is David's second time flying solo, last time he soared to victory. Will he be able to do it again or will he crash and burn? We have trivia ranging from "What is the subtitle to Mary Shelley's Frankenstein?" to "Who was the first U.S. President to appear on television?" If you enjoy this trivia...
2019-09-0458 minBlurry PhotosEp 231: John Dee part 2Scry so serious? The saga of John Dee continues in a massive second part of the episode. The second half of John Dee's life was even wilder than his first, scrying with Edward Kelley and writing down the angelic language. Flora continues an incredibly deep dive into the polymath's life, detailing his actions with Kelley, travels abroad, and his death. It's perhaps the most publicized part of his life. Countless esoteric and mystical pursuits have been inspired by the work he did in this period. David rounds out the misunderstood mathematician's life and discusses thoughts on his and Kelley's work...
2019-09-011h 53Blurry PhotosEp 231: John Dee part 1Dee-viously Dee-lightful history! Flora is back with the beginning of a mega episode all about John Dee! Conjurer, magus, sorcerer, astrologer - these are but a few things the 16th century polymath John Dee was called. History knows him as a smart man who chose an occult path. He cast horoscopes. Talked with angels. Practiced alchemy. Continually searched for the secrets of the universe through math and natural science. But history often paints with a harsh light. What was this enigmatic genius really like? Was he the sorcerer and mysterious advisor to Elizabeth I that he's portrayed as? Or has...
2019-08-0757 minBlurry PhotosBP Bonus: Ambrose Bierce with Black Clock Audio TalesTime to get your ears Bierced! DB Spitzer invited Flora to join him on a barrage of Ambrose Bierce in this bonus episode of Blurry Photos! Black Clock Audio Tales, hosted by DB Spitzer, has covered Ambrose Bierce this month, and this is the first of a 2 part culmination on him. Flora and DB talk about the man and his works. Flora then reads An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge, and DB reads The Damned Thing. Part 2 will continue on Black Clock Audio Tales' feed. Ken Hite will join the fun on that one, and more tales will be read. St...
2019-07-301h 15Blurry PhotosEp 230: UFOlogy News with Ryan SpragueFlora welcomes fellow podcaster and Man-About-Ufology, Ryan Sprague! Author, UFO Journalist, TV host, and host of Somewhere in the Skies podcast, Ryan Sprague has his finger on the pulse of current UFO topics. He joins Blurry Photos to discuss what's been going on in the news lately in the field of Ufology. More and more stories are coming out about UFO sightings by the military, disclosure, and folks involved with it all. David hasn't been keeping tabs on it, so he brought in someone to break down all the fascinating chaos in the zeitgeist. Topics such as TTSA, Bob Lazar...
2019-07-271h 10Blurry PhotosBP Bonus: The Mysterious Monsters (1975)Not watching this documentary would be a Peter Graves mistake. Flora is back from AlienCon L.A. and getting back to routine, but in the meantime check out this roundtable on The Mysterious Monsters! A 1975 documentary, The Mysterious Monsters examined claims of cryptids and strange encounters and Derek Hayes and Justin Zenger join Flora to discuss this now 44-year-old film. Hosted by Peter Graves, it looks at the Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, Ye-ti, and more through eyewitness testimony, interviews, and dramatic reenactments. The boys talk about what all they enjoyed, what all made them laugh, and whether or not it...
2019-06-291h 17Blurry PhotosMiss Cryptid 2019 Week 3Regular competition draws to a close in week 3 of Blurry Photos' 2019 Miss Cryptid Contest! Our final contestants this year include California's Borrego Sandman, the South American El Silbon, and South Africa's Mamlambo. From desert to nightmares to rivers, the competition is hot and heavy. Pick your poison for who will move on to next week's finals and the chance to be crowned champion of this year's contest! We also find out who came out on top of Week 2 to be the second piece of the finalist puzzle. Make sure to head to the Home page to cast your vote and...
2019-05-2636 minQuiz Quiz Bang Bang Trivia PodcastEp 4: PantsZond Fire vs Goldie Han SoloBlast Off with Episode 4! This episode has Caitlin Zondor and Bob Pantelone aka Pantzonfire battling it out with David Flora aka Goldie Hawn Solo. Please follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. If you like what we do consider treating us to a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/quizbangpod Music Hot Swing, Fast Talkin, Bass Walker, Dances and Dames, Ambush Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2019-05-181h 10Blurry PhotosBP Bonus: The Man Who Killed Hitler and then the Bigfoot - RoundtableYou'd think this movie had everything... With a title like "The Man Who Killed Hitler and then the Bigfoot," how could you not want to find out more about it? Flora is joined by Toby from Secret Transmission, Zenger from Zeng This!and Derek from Monsters Among Us for a discussion and review of the movie "The Man Who Killed Hitler and then the Bigfoot". Forty years after heroically killing Hitler in WWII, Calvin Barr (Sam Elliott) is close to letting his age catch up to him when the government requests his assistance once again. The Bigfoot is wreaking havoc...
2019-04-241h 18Blurry PhotosEp 228: Hillbilly Horror StoriesGo Big Boo! Flora made a trip back down to the Bluegrass state to visit and interview fellow podcasters Jerry and Tracy Paulley of the Hillbilly Horror Stories Podcast! Specializing in spooky stories told with that good 'ole southern charm, Hillbilly Horror Stories both tells the tales and gives honest reactions to some fascinating otherworldly topics. Jerry and Tracy were kind enough to have David over to their home to watch some KY basketball and discuss some fun paranormal stories. In this episode, Jerry and Tracy talk about how they got their start with the show, creepy places they've been...
2019-04-181h 09Blurry PhotosEp 227: Zoroastrianism with Dragons in Genesis PodcastWe finally see who's behind the mask of Zoroastrianism! It has been teased and talked about since the beginnings of the show, but finally Flora is tackling Zoroastrianism with the help of Jason from the Dragons in Genesis Podcast! An incredibly influential ancient religion, Zoroastrianism shows up often in show topics and is one of the oldest still practiced today. However, very little about it is known to western cultures simply because it's not often talked about or explained. The prevalence in topics such as ancient aliens, mythology, demonology, and others led David to want to learn more. So he...
2019-04-082h 12Blurry PhotosEp 226: Irish Vampires and Other Celtic MonstersMore like Vampireland! Season 8 kicks off with the fine tradition of Irish folklore, as Flora takes you through some Irish vampires and other Celtic monsters! They might not be the first thing that comes to mind for the emerald isle, but Irish vampires and other Celtic monsters have a worthy pedigree in the folklore there. As the new season kicks off, David toasts to your health and celebration for a fun edition of "Slurry Photos." While Fae Folk usually take center stage, the evil Abhartach, Dearg Due, and Leannan Sidhe play supporting roles. They aren't the only dark things to...
2019-03-291h 01Blurry PhotosBP Bonus: Hellier RoundtableThings get a little planet weird... The season break is upon us, but the weird stuff doesn't stop as David checks out the new documentary "Hellier". Flora is joined by Toby from Secret Transmission, Zenger from Zeng This! and Derek from Monsters Among Us for a discussion and review of "Hellier," a Planet Weird documentary. Following a series of strange emails, Greg Newkirk decided to investigate the claims of a man who said he had witnessed high strangeness in a small Kentucky town. The documentary is his and his wife Dana's journey to this town to find out more and...
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