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Anomaly: Paranormal PodcastThe Grand Anomaly Christmas GatheringBring Me Glen Millers Skull
The Anomaly Grand Christmas Gathering
AKA Bring Me Glen Millers Skull.
Trigger Warnings:
Death of a loved one, Infant Death.
Mild Swearing
Welcome to the Anomaly Grand Christmas Gathering, nearly 4 hours of chat and story telling with podcast royalty.
Steve and I are delighted to welcome Forrest Burgess, Scott Philbrook, Liz Barclay, Allison Jornlin, Nat Doig, Jim Harold, Rich Hatem, Wayne Gilbert and a brief visit from a poorly Bethan Briggs Miller.
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2025-12-243h 34
Crypt Walkers08: The Legend of: The Black Eyed KidsSend us a textIn this episode, Ryder and William explore one of the most chilling modern legends: the Black-Eyed Kids. Who — or what — are these strange, emotionless children that appear at night, begging to be let inside? We dive into witness accounts, theories, and the dark folklore behind their haunting eyes. Podcast Shoutout: Astonishing Legends, hosted by Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess, is one of the shows that inspired Crypt Walkers to dig deeper into the unexplained. If you love well-researched stories of the strange and mysterious, go check...
2025-11-0848 min
Southern GothicThe Forbidden Love of Annabel Lee | Encore EpisodeIn October of 1849, Edgar Allan Poe was found delirious and dying in the streets of Baltimore — wearing another man’s clothes and unable to explain how he’d gotten there. Days later, his rival published a venomous obituary… and with it, Poe’s final poem, Annabel Lee — a haunting tale of forbidden love and loss “in a kingdom by the sea.”
Over a century later, Charleston, South Carolina, would claim to know exactly who she was. Locals tell of a young woman named Anna Ravenel, a Charleston heiress who fell in love with a soldier stationed on Sullivan’s Islan...
2025-10-1647 min
Kingdom of Dreams PodcastEP 262 - DP Don Burgess on - 'The Thursday Murder Club' - NetflixTell us what you though of the episode🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we sit down with legendary cinematographer Don Burgess, whose visual storytelling has shaped some of the most iconic films of the last few decades.We dive into his latest work on The Thursday Murder Club, where Don brings a playful yet moody film noir aesthetic to life. He shares what made this project such a joy to shoot—the ensemble cast, the mystery tone, and the unexpected fun of mixing shadow and humor on screen.Don also re...
2025-09-1047 min
The NoName StoryTeller PodcastBook Lovers, Don’t @ Us: What the Movie Nailed That the Book MissedIn this unapologetically bold episode of the NoNaMe Storyteller Podcast, Aki, Al, Charlie, Edward, Patrick, and Anto gather around the mics for a cinematic showdown: when the movie adaptation didn't just hold its own — it actually outdid the book. Blasphemy? Maybe. Entertaining? Absolutely.We break down the storytelling alchemy behind films that surpassed their source material, diving into what the movies nailed — from casting and emotional punch to pacing and world-building — that the books sometimes missed. Along the way, expect hot takes, literary confessions, and a few guilty pleasures.Books and Source Materi...
2025-06-201h 09
Kingdom of Dreams PodcastEP 188 - Inside Robert Zemeckis' 'Here': The Most Technically Complex One-Room FilmTell us what you though of the episodeGet an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the groundbreaking de-aging technology used to transform Tom Hanks and Robin Wright in real-time on set. Cinematographer Don Burgess reveals the innovative techniques and challenges behind filming "Here" with Robert Zemeckis, sharing unprecedented details about how they achieved seamless age transformations throughout different time periods.Don Burgess is an acclaimed American cinematographer best known for his visually stunning and emotionally resonant work in Hollywood. A frequent collaborator with director Robert Zemeckis, Burgess gained widespread recognition for his work on F...
2024-12-1548 min
In the Face of IllnessRegional One - Staff MemberOur guests, Heather Burgess and Kelley Smith chat with us about their roles working at Regional One NICU. Our show host is Brittany Spence and our Executive Producer is Castria.Subscribe today to stay up to date and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!
2024-12-0939 min
The Making Of"Forrest Gump" Cinematographer Don Burgess, ASC on His Career and Making "Here"In this episode, we welcome cinematographer Don Burgess, ASC. Don has lensed a long list of revered films including Forrest Gump, Cast Away, Contact, What Lies Beneath, Spider-Man, The Polar Express, The Book of Eli, Flight, 42, The Conjuring 2, Allied, Wonder, Aquaman, and Here. In our chat, Don shares about his upbringing, early inspirations, education, and path to becoming a leading director of photography. He also takes us behind-the-scenes of making Here, his latest collaboration with director Robert Zemeckis — and offers real-world advice for filmmakers starting out today. “The Making Of” is presented by AJA:Uncover exciti...
2024-11-1456 min
Richard Hatem's Paranormal BookshelfASK ME ANYTHING with special guests Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess!Join special guests, Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess from “Astonishing Legends” for Richard Hatem’s first-ever AMA!
2024-09-161h 06
Two Girls One GhostEncounters x248Encounters are always filled with surprises, but this week brings a surprise you might not see coming... Tweedle Dee & Tweedle Dum. You'll find yourself laughing one second, and cringing in terror the next. Imagine a floating Cheshire-like, teethy, horrifying smile haunting you and your roommates. Imagine falling into an ominous pit used for dark sacrifices in the deepest of the woods. Imagine a ghost watching TV with you and being visited by aliens. Not everyone has to imagine, because some of you have experienced these encounters yourselves. This episode is a reminder not to use a ouija board and will...
2024-09-121h 04
Team DeakinsDON BURGESS - CinematographerSEASON 2 - EPISODE 92 - DON BURGESS - CINEMATOGRAPHER On this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, we speak with cinematographer Don Burgess (AQUAMAN, CONTACT, FORREST GUMP). Always the outdoorsman, Don spent much of his youth and young adulthood filming sports movies and learning the ropes while hanging off them on the side of a mountain. We learn how he fell in with director Robert Zemeckis in a pivotal meeting to shoot FORREST GUMP and how they typically prepare and work together through production. We also discuss Don's night work on CAST AWAY and the difficulties of working...
2024-06-051h 18
80s TV LadiesWelcome New Listeners! April 8TL Mailbag + In MemoriumThe Best Indie Podcast nomination IS the award!Susan and Sharon thank ALL the listeners who came out to support “80’s TV Ladies” as Best Indie Podcast for the WEBBY AWARDS. A big welcome to all our new listeners! And a sincere thank you to all who voted and to our listeners who reached out. BIG THANKS to our friends who shouted us out, including:Chris Stachiw from Weirding Way Media Network and the Kulturecast Podcast.Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess of the Astonishing Legends podcast.Richard Hatem of Richard Hatem’s Paranorm...
2024-04-2420 min
Kingdom of Dreams PodcastEP 49 - Cinematographer 'Don Burgess' Stories Behind 'Cast Away' & 'What Lies Beneath'Tell us what you though of the episodeDive into the world of cinema with Don Burgess as he reveals cinematic secrets behind iconic films like "What Lies Beneath" and "Cast Away." Known for his collaboration with visionary director Robert Zemeckis, Burgess shares insights into creating stunning visual environments that captivate audiences. From the meticulous planning of thrilling sequences to the serene landscapes of "Cast Away," discover how Burgess crafts narratives through his lens. "Kingdom of Dreams" is a podcast about cinema and the art of storytelling, exploring the minds of screenwriters, directors, animators, and p...
2024-02-251h 09
80s TV LadiesAll the Women of Designing Women“She didn't twirl just a baton. That baton was on fire. And when she threw that baton into the air, it flew higher, further, faster than any baton has ever flown before, hitting a transformer and showering the darkened arena with sparks!” - Julia SugarbakerSusan and Sharon continue “‘Designing Women’ November” with an episode devoted to the actresses – all seven of them – who played all those outspoken Southern Women! We’re talking the Original Fab Four: Dixie Carter, Delta Burke, Jean Smart and Annie Potts – PLUS the three cast members that joined up later in the run: Jan Hooks, Julia Duf...
2023-11-1556 min
80s TV LadiesDesigning Women with Maggie FriedmanSusan and Sharon get to sit down with writer/producer/show-runner Maggie Friedman to talk about the show that inspired her to embark on a career in television: Designing Women.Designing Women (1986-1993) was created by the legendary Linda Bloodworth-Thomason and starred Dixie Carter, Delta Burke, Jean Smart, Annie Potts and Meshach Taylor as the owners and staff of the Atlanta-based interior design firm “Sugarbaker & Associates”. In its seven-year run, Designing Women was known for sharp writing, big laughs and taking on issues from a feminist angle in a way that no other show had done before – or since...
2023-11-011h 10
Opening The DoorsThe Simpsons: The Complete Doors ReferencesJoin your host and Astonishing Legends Forrest Burgess as we cover every reference to The Doors in The Simpsons.Photo of Jim Morrison’s Ghost: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/unexplainable-photo-snapped-at-jim-morrisons-grave-110448/amp/You can find Astonishing Legends at:astonishinglegends.com or on Twitter @AstonshngLegndsYou can find Forrest on Twitter @Forrest_BurgessAppearances Of The Doors in The Simpsons:"Treehouse of Horror II" S3 E70:44 mark"The Devil Wears Nada" S21 E512:01 Mark...
2023-10-2046 min
OTR DebateAliens VS Ghosts, Part 3 (with Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess of Astonishing Legends)A year ago, a settlement was reached at the end of Aliens v. Ghosts, Part 2. Lando agreed not to say ghosts weren't real, if Mucci agreed not to say aliens weren't real. In a fit of rage, Mucci broke that settlement -- but he's glad he did, because it allowed OTR to have this incredible discussion with the cohosts of the Astonishing Legends podcast, Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess! Huy judges as Lando and Mucci go at it again, with Lando focusing on the recent disclosure before Congress, while Mucci focuses on the mental and spiritual benefits of believing in...
2023-10-181h 02Southern GothicThe Forbidden Love of Annabel LeeFor decades, visitors to Charleston, SC's Unitarian Church Cemetery have claimed to encounter the ghostly figure of a beautiful woman, who appears to wander the overgrown graveyard in mourning for a lost love. However, local legend weaves a unique narrative: this is not just an ordinary heartbroken soul; she is none other than the infamous Annabelle Lee, the very muse of Edgar Allan Poe's renowned poem, which was published just days after his passing. As the story goes, their fateful encounter took place during a lesser-known and mysterious chapter of the "The Fall of the House of Usher" author’s...
2023-10-0947 min
Anomaly: Paranormal PodcastEpisode 10: UAP Hearing. Did it deliver?Show Notes – Episode 10 UAP Round Table
On the 26th July 2023, history was made at the US Congress when three experts gave evidence before the oversight committee.
Ryan Graves, David Fravor and Dave Grusch appeared under oath and were able to give bombshell evidence about the existence of UAP’s in our skies and that there is a covert American program to retrieve crashed craft. It was also alleged that the USA has bodies from some of these craft.
Witnesses:
Ryan Graves
Twitter
YouTube
David Fravor
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2023-08-092h 16
Anomaly: Paranormal PodcastUAP Hearing. Did it deliver?Show Notes – Episode 10 UAP Round Table
On the 26th July 2023, history was made at the US Congress when three experts gave evidence before the oversight committee.
Ryan Graves, David Fravor and Dave Grusch appeared under oath and were able to give bombshell evidence about the existence of UAP’s in our skies and that there is a covert American program to retrieve crashed craft. It was also alleged that the USA has bodies from some of these craft.
The committee hearing can be seen here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSCEWo2yjds
2023-08-092h 16
Spooks, Creeps, & Assorted DevilryCreeps With Peeps: Scott & Forrest from Astonishing LegendsLaura, Rick, and Tonya talk with Scott Philbrook and Forrest
Burgess from Astonishing Legends Podcast about Sally House, Alien discoveries, and
just about everything!
You can find Scott & Forrest at:
https://www.facebook.com/astonishinglegends
https://astonishinglegends.com/
https://astonishinglegends.com/patreon
The Creeps are:
Laura Kram
Rick Belcher
Tonya Downing
Trina Close
Walter Whitaker
Find us on all the Socials or Buy our Merch with the
following link:
https://linktr.ee/spookscreepspod
Email us Listener Stories, Questions, or just anything at:
2023-07-271h 57
Demystifying GeneticsAlfie, Academia, and the Art of Genetic Counseling Research. Demystifying Genetics with Laura ForrestExplore the captivating world of genetic counseling with Laura Forrest, a respected academic and associate genetic counsellor all the way from Melbourne, Australia. Together, we untangle the intricacies of qualitative research in clinical genetics and the fascinating journey through her PhD in familial communications. We also delve deep into her publications and discuss the promising Genetic Counseling Outcome Scale. Along the way, enjoy lighter moments as Laura shares the story of her new puppy Alfie and his toilet training tale. Furthermore, we underscore the transformative power of feedback on refining our work.
In the second half, we...
2023-07-0637 min
Our Strange Skies: UFOs Throughout History147: The Swerve, Vol. 2: Gef, the Talking Mongoose with Scott and Forrest from Astonishing LegendsApril Fools, suckers! Also, happy first night of Wrestlemania! The subject of this episode was voted on by our dear patrons.
For this installment of The Swerve, I'm joined by Scott Philbrook & Forrest Burgess from Astonishing Legends to dive into the sinister dealings of that "extra special mongoose," Gef, the Talking Mongoose.
Known on the Isle of Man as the "Dalby Spook," Gef first appeared as wrappings and knockings on the walls of the Irving family home at Doarlish Cashen in September of 1931. Before long, the knocks transformed into full sentences from a high pitched...
2023-04-012h 26
Opening The DoorsThe Morrison Library: Charles Fort with Forrest BurgessIn this episode, we open the door to the Morrison Library as one of the hosts of Astonishing Legends, Forrest Burgess, joins me to talk about one of the lesser known influences on Jim, author Charles Fort. We talk about his “Book of the Damned,” Jim Morrison’s poetry books, Jim’s student films, and much more.You can find Astonishing Legends at astonishinglegends.com and wherever you get podcasts. You can find this podcast on Twitter @TheDoorsPod and on Facebook by searching Opening The Doors. If you have any questions, comments, are suggestions for guests, you can send...
2023-02-271h 27
Our Strange Skies: UFOs Throughout History106: Miniature UFOs with Astonishing LegendsOn September 7, 1956, Thomas Hutchinson, a resident of Moneymore, Ireland, put a head lock on a miniature UFO that had landed on his property. Thomas attempted to escort the object to the police department, but after placing it on a bush, the object spun quickly and took off into the sky.
Stories of miniature UFOs, like Thomas Hutchinson's are often brief, no matter the means employed to capture it. On this episodes I'm joined by Scott Philbrook & Forrest Burgess from Astonishing Legends to discuss stories of tiny UFOs, holes in roofs, an encounter in an Argentinian school room...
2022-06-202h 15
Ghosts and CornbreadEpisode 8: The Bell WitchThe Bell Witch is arguably one of the most famous ghost story in the south, Mark and Lisa discuss the two-hundred-year-old legend, and speculate on whether the stories are folklore or fakelore.Sources:The Authenticated History of the Famous Bell Witch by Martin Ingramhttps://www.amazon.com/Authenticated-History-Famous-Bell-Witch-ebook/dp/B00BNWH61A/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+authentic+famous+bell+witch&qid=1653960218&sr=8-1Bell Witch: The Truth Exposed by Camille Moffitthttps://www.amazon.com/Bell-Witch-Exposed-Camille-Moffitt-ebook/dp/B0121MFGIA/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2JRUOBT6G06K5&keywords=the+bell+witch&qid=1653960357&sprefix=t%2Caps%2...
2022-05-311h 19
Ex V PlanisS02E05 The Sallie House, Pt 5: I Came For The Bacon Monster And All I Got Was This Lousy T-Shirt That Apparently Washes ItselfWelcome back to the weird, and welcome to our finale on the Sallie House (for now).
Join your host Flood and Ex V Planis field team members Jill, Walker, and Alejandro for our “2 months later” conclusions conversation, then strap yourselves in for a stream-of-consciousness-off-the-cuff conversation with 2 very special guests: Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess of Astonishing Legends!
Scott and Forrest unknowingly played a large part in how we ended up at the Sallie House, and tonight we will discuss that, amongst many other things.
This is a LONG one. You have been warned.
2022-04-303h 24
SERIUMSerium Podcast eps.12; "The Exorcist""The Exorcist"...Navnet får vel de fleste til å tenke på filmen med samme navn fra 1973 - fremdeles en av de beste grøsserne som er lagd - men vi tar for oss tv serien med samme navn fra 2016-17 som er å finne på Amazon. Hva har serien til felles med filmen?
By the way; Filmen fra 1973, basert på William Peter Blattys bok, har sin opprinnelse i VIRKELIGE hendelser! Denne virkelige historia har Scott Philbrook og Forrest Burgess og teamet deres i podcasten Astonishing Legends" gått dypt inn i, og jeg vil anbefale å sjekke ut episodene deres om "...
2022-01-0229 minSERIUMSerium Podcast eps.12; "The Exorcist""The Exorcist"...Navnet får vel de fleste til å tenke på filmen med samme navn fra 1973 - fremdeles en av de beste grøsserne som er lagd - men vi tar for oss tv serien med samme navn fra 2016-17 som er å finne på Amazon. Hva har serien til felles med filmen?
By the way; Filmen fra 1973, basert på William Peter Blattys bok, har sin opprinnelse i VIRKELIGE hendelser! Denne virkelige historia har Scott Philbrook og Forrest Burgess og teamet deres i podcasten Astonishing Legends" gått dypt inn i, og jeg vil anbefale å sjekke ut episodene deres om "...
2022-01-0229 min
Kolchak's LoopThe Halloween SpecialJoin Kolchak’s Loop for the Halloween Special of a lifetime!! Guests include, Rodney Barnes, Rich Hatem, Forrest Burgess, James Rice, and Mark Dawidziak. Join us as we spend the night in a haunted mansion talking about all things creepy and macabre! Our guests tell us their favorite horror shows and movies, paranormal experiences they’ve had, and horror toys they played with. Rodney and Rich talk about the stress of being television writers, and James gives some amazing insight into his father and tells stories from his dad’s childhood living in Las Vegas. You never know wh...
2021-10-314h 54
Peer Beyond The Veil2021 Monsters BallAs the nights draw long, the leaves flicker red and brown and carpet the land, and the great hearth fire is stoked.
In from the dark come all manner of creatures, the lost souls of the underworld, seeking shelter from the encroaching frosts.
It is around that fire that we gather tonight for stories of the darkness, tales from the crypt, legends of the beyond.
We are honoured to welcome to the fray;
- Forrest Burgess, the magnificent host of the Astonishing Legends - https://www.astonishinglegends.com
- James Shakeshaft, my fellow countryman from Loremen - http://www.loremenpodcast...
2021-10-301h 54
Our Strange Skies: UFOs Throughout History75: Exploring the Experience, Pt. 1The body of ufology, and other areas of paranormal study, are comprised of experiences that are collected, catalogued, debated, theorized, and sometimes debunked. They are presented time and time again as proof of something otherworldly happening in our world or seen as just crazy stories told by crazy people. I, for one, have never shied away from telling stories of my experiences. On this episode, I invite some good friends on to talk about my experiences and dive deep into their potential meaning. I'm joined by Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess from Astonishing Legends and Richard Hatem, famed screenwriter of...
2021-09-221h 58
High Tales of HistoryKhutulun of Mongolia, the Undefeated Wrestling Champ and Warrior Princess; The Lost Colony of RoanokeWelcome back Friends!
We have upgraded our sound and equipment and we're thrilled about it! We're also coming at you in stereo so you can use headphones to feel like you're really here with us in the middle of the smoke circle. Or not, you do you and we love you for it *heart hands*
First we meet Khutulun of Mongolia who was an amazing warrior and just as amazing at wrestling. KT is smitten kittens with her and Laurel doesn't blame her! After KT wipes away her heart eyes, she takes us to try and f...
2021-08-2056 min
Kolchak's LoopMidnight Interview with Forrest BurgessIn this interview, we talk with one half of the Astonishing Legends cohost team, Forrest Burgess. You can find their podcast everywhere podcasts can be found, and be sure to go to astonishinglegends.com for tons of citations, links, and even merchandise.You can find Kolchak’s Loop onTwitter @KolchaksLoopInstagram @KolchaksLoopTwitch @KolchaksLoopYouTube tinyurl.com/KolchaksLoopYouTubeYou can contact us viaEmail at KolchaksLoop@Gmail.com Phone at (662) 374-0778You can support us on Patreon at Patreon.com/Ko...
2021-08-142h 17
Loremen PodcastLoremen S3 Ep75 - Forrest Burgess - The Soap WomanThe Soap Woman of Lake Crescent
The Loremen visit Twin Peaks country, and in damn fine company. The year is 1940 and Forrest Burgess (off of Astonishing Legends) takes Alasdair and James to the shores of Lake Crescent in Washington State. Plumbing its chilly depths, we uncover a murderer, a hardboiled detective and an underwater corpse-catcher.
We also stop off for a malt at Mount Olympus, visit the Hall of American Names and learn why there’s really no such thing as a good bundle.
Content Warning: This episode includes details of a real murder case an...
2021-08-0538 min
The Paul Garcia Show#31 Matt Burgess | CEO of Home Sweet Home Ministries in Bloomington, ILMatt Burgess is the CEO of Home Sweet Home Ministries, which provides high-quality support and assistance to, what most people would call “the homeless”, but what Matt prefers to call “People wanting to have their own home again”. This episode was very insightful and you’ll soon see that I’m not dealing with just someone who manages a homeless shelter, but someone who is passionate about what he does and very knowledgeable on the subject as a whole. It was a pleasure to shoot this episode and I’m very sure you’ll enjoy it and gain a lot of meaning...
2021-04-041h 05
Plan de ContingenciaNota al Calce 125: La Brega feat. Alana Casanova Burgess y Chris Gregory RiveraLa vida en la Ysla de San Juan Bautista de Puerto-Rico no es cáscara de coco. Para muchos puertorriqueños y puertorriqueñas todo esfuerzo se reduce a una sola cosa: La Brega (guarever dat mins). Conversamos con la anfitriona del nuevo podcast La Brega, Alana Casanova Burgess y el fotoperiodista Chris Gregory Rivera sobre las experiencias de brega en el Puerto Rico de hoy. Pueden escuchar La Brega en su plataforma podcastera preferida. #DaleOído
Plan de Contingencia es un podcast producido en Puerto Rico por Esteban Gómez y Guarionex Padilla donde discutimos temas de ac...
2021-03-201h 32
The Story OfAfter Hours with ForrestSince we got to NONE of my actual questions about their Astonishing Legends podcast on the last episode, Forrest Burgess stuck around to answer them. Unfortunately, we kind of got distracted again and talked about Oak Island, Amelia Earhart, and romantic ghost cowboys. Maybe next time...
Check out the previous episode for the full discussion with Scott and Forrest from Astonishing Legends.
Thank you Forrest for being on and putting in extra time for a bonus show!
2021-02-2737 minThe Story OfScott and Forrest from Astonishing Legends discuss the Chris Harrison ControversyScott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess from my all time favorite podcast Astonishing Legends are on the show! Astonishing Legends is THE top paranormal podcast about the supernatural, paranormal, and outright spectacular. With over 200 episodes, and hundreds of thousands of fans all over the world, I thought they would be the two perfect people to discuss the recent Chris Harrison Bachelor controversy.
Thank you to our sponsor, Random Question Generator.
If you haven't, check out the Astonishing Legends podcast wherever you download your shows.
Thank you so much to Scott and Forrest for taking the time to be on the show.
2021-02-231h 16
Anomaly: Paranormal PodcastEpisode 7: 2020 Part 2Finishing off this 2 parter with our special guest Forrest Burgess. We detour massively from 2020 and talk a walk through a field littered with talk of the Kelly-Hopkinsville incident, Alien Hieroglyphics, the secret Apollo missions, and what we think about disclosure in 2021.
Forrest is normally found on the Astonishing Legends podcast over the pond in America. He kindly gave up his time to school us in the art of podcasting. We are super grateful to him for joining us.
Forrest Burgess (right) with his co-host Scott Philbrook
Astonishing Legends
2020-12-3139 minAnomaly: Paranormal PodcastEpisode 6: 2020 Part 1Joining us for this episode, is Forrest Burgess, who is the esteemed co-host of one of America’s biggest podcasts. Astonishing Legends started in 2014 and is growing exponentially. It’s covered the most famous and the least known of topics from the disappearance of Amelia Earhart to the mystery of the Betz Sphere. We are delighted to have Forrest along for this ride.
We had plenty of things to talk about this year, even without discussion of the C Word.
So sit back and listen to our meanderings through this years events. Oh and keep an e...
2020-12-291h 11
Our Strange Skies: UFOs Throughout History44: Unsolved Mysteries Round Table, Part Deux: Nostalgia TrippingFor the final Unsolved Mysteries roundtable, I’m joined by Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess of the Astonishing Legends podcast to relive some of our favorite moments from the show. We discuss how UM influenced their own show, and how much Scott really loves “Lost Loves” segments. Like, a lot, you guys. We discuss some of the why Dennis Farina failed to capture an audience, and pay a little tribute to In Search Of… We also make our choices for who should host the reboot. All this and more on the final Unsolved Mysteries roundtable!
Theme song by Big Ca...
2020-12-291h 12
Our Strange Skies: UFOs Throughout History26: The Law of the SkiesIn 1973, the United States was experiencing a wave of humanoid reports. The creatures that were seen varied in size and appearance. Sometimes they were seen in the vicinity of UFOs, and sometimes they abducted eyewitnesses. Nearly 20 years before the "Year of the Humanoids" France was rocked by a wave of UFO activity, and sightings of short humanoid beings wearing what came to be known as "diving suits." The activity persisted for over a month before it ceased all together. During the UFO flap, one small French town took notice, and passed a unique law to deal with UFOs over...
2020-12-2930 min
FLOAT YOUR BOATSeason 6 – Episode 020 - Astonishing Legends - Scott Philbrook & Forrest BurgessThe world is more mysterious than most people are comfortable imagining. We cross paths with the mystical from time to time and may not even notice it. If we do, we quickly return to our usually mundane daily existence. But what if we not only acknowledged the unknown, we investigated it and spoke with those in the know? That’s what co-hosts Scott & Forrest, and their producer Tess Pfeifle do at Astonishing Legends. With the power of the well-vetted Astonishing Research Corps, they have access to information that most folks couldn’t find. Over 75 million downloads and hundreds of thousands of l...
2020-10-161h 25
Analog Jones and the Temple of Film: VHS PodcastTerminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003) Movie ReviewAnalog Jones welcomes back Ashley Nichol (our unofficial Sci-fi guide) from the AFHigh List podcast! This week we continue our adventure through the Terminator franchise. Prepare yourself for three people openly wondering WTF happened to our favorite T-800 in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines.
Quick facts
Director: Jonathan Mostow (Breakdown and U-571)
Producers: Hal Lieberman (Former President of Universal, Produced Apollo 13), Colin Wilson (Jurassic Park I and II), Mario F. Kassar (Founder Carolco Pictures), Andrew G. Vajina, and Joel B. Michaels
Screenplay writers: John Brancato and Michael Ferris (The Game and Catwoman)
S...
2020-07-161h 24
Somewhere in the SkiesTHE BETZ SPHEREOn episode 142 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, we go back to 1974 in Jacksonville, Florida. Terri Betz, the son of Antoine and Gerri Betz, stumbles upon a strange metal sphere in the woods near their home. Upon bringing it back to their house, it began to exhibit unusual behavior. Soon, the press comes to interview the family and all Hell breaks loose. Within months, the U.S. Navy, Marines, and prominent scientists and UFO researchers flock to Florida to figure out just what exactly these sphere may be. In this audio documentary, we look at the media reports, investigations, and s...
2020-01-0647 min
VanishedVanished Sleepy Hollow: The VanishingAs the diary page of Katrina Van Tassel garners worldwide attention, an investigation on both sides of the story begins. Attorney Jennifer Taylor and investigator Chris Williamson interview experts on both sides of the spectrum and a trial with testimony from both the Van Brunt and Van Tassel families takes place...
Vanished Sleepy Hollow Part Two features the voice talents of:
Rob Kristoffersen from "Our Strange Skies" as Ichabod
Ash & Aziz from "History of Westeros" as Katrina and Brom
TJ Counihan from "Pints & Puzzles" as Timothy Van Brunt
Lanie Hobbs of "True Crime Fan Club" as Lanie Van Ta...
2019-10-311h 25
The Canadian GothicThe Bell Island Boom - 2 - What Happened? (with Astonishing Legends)When one imagines the setting for a story involving experimental weapons, international espionage, unexplained aerial anomalies, and cold war anxieties... they probably aren’t picturing a tranquil island in Newfoundland. But, there is no imagining about it, Bell island, Newfoundland, is just that.This all stems from a still unexplained aerial explosion that rocked the skies about the island, and set in motion a series of bizarre events that seemed pulled from the pages of a science fiction novel.The entire ordeal still leaves those who lived through it scratching their heads, but one th...
2019-09-1733 min
The atmuch Radio ShowThe atmuch Radio Show #124 w/ DakarWilliam Carvalho, better known as Dakar, has released on Cajual and collaborated with Sonny Fodera, Manuel Dela Mare, Sirus Hood, Tim Baresko, Mark Jenkins & George Privatti.Dakar has toured The Netherlands, France, Greece, Belgium, Ecuador, Bolivia, as well as clubs in his home Country at Laroc Club, Xxxperience, Kaballah, a Dirtybird Showcase in Green Valley & D Edge.He is the owner of his own label, Moment Records and has had tracks played by lots of big names including Richie Hawtin, Marco Carola, Steve Lawler, Hot Since 82, Eats Everything, Jamie Jones, Riva Starr, Solardo...
2019-09-102h 54
Dungeon Master’s Block176: Irish Folklore (feat. Astonishing Legends)Scott & Forrest from the Astonishing Legends podcast drop by the block to talk with DMs Mitch & Neal about Irish Folklore and the inspiration we can gleam when creating home-brew worlds.
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This episode edited by: Mitch Connelly
2019-03-1852 min
The SheWolf ShowThree Grumpy Girls Get Real with Dani Forrest and Brie GoumazJordan interviews Brie Goumaz of Wild Goose Creatives, and Dani Forrest of Dani, Inc. Both gals have become great friends of ours and fellow SheWolves as we all work out of the same coworking space (when Brie isn't traveling in her van). We get real about the rollercoaster of being a business owner, motivation, and how we manage our own brands.
Fellow pack members and co-work space office mates Dani Forrest and Brie Goumaz join us on a rainy Friday with a glass of wine in hand to discuss those days you...
2018-12-1744 min
Chasing EarhartChasing Earhart: The Discussion PanelThe said it couldn't be done. They were wrong. "Chasing Earhart: The Discussion Panel" was a resounding success! From those in attendance to the over 21,000 of you that watched it online via YouTube live, you were part of the largest discussion panel on the life and disappearance of Amelia Earhart of all time. Now relive that day in episode fifty-two of the Chasing Earhart podcast! Season two of the podcast continues with the podcast version of this historic panel. Join panelists Gary LaPook, Doug Westfall, Bill Snavely, Larry Inman, Sammie Morris, Chris Williamson, Lisa Cotham, Kate Jerome, Ann Holtgren Pellegreno...
2018-07-292h 05
Chasing EarhartAstonishing Redux: A Bonus Conversation with Scott Philbrook & Forrest BurgessJust when you thought it was safe to stop talking about Amelia Earhart! Recorded just two days after episode thirty-seven, Scott and Forrest re-join us to discuss the latest developments in the Amelia Earhart case including the theft and recovery of Amelia's Terraplane in Los Angeles, the International Women's Day Amelia Earhart Barbie, and the paper that swept the world by storm by Dr. Richard Jantz. Join us for an un-expected continued discussion with Scott & Forrest!
2018-04-131h 06
Doctor Who: The Alhambra PodcastPreview for 73 - Doctor Who Big Finish news and release + what interests you?Today's podcast is was created to set the table for myself and Liam's up and coming podcast, episode 73, which will be recorded 14 April, 2018. We'll be discussing: Christopher Eccleston's latest statements, Doctor Who DVD and Blu-ray releases, the new logo, is 8th Doctor companion Charley Pollard not enjoyable compared to Lucy Miller. Big Finish and the mass of amount of new range releases, Doctor Who spin-offs as well as non-Doctor Who related ranges. The reviews for the next podcast will include: Vienna - Retribution; Doctor Who Monthly Range; Doctor Who: New Earth; The Third Doctor Adventure Vol...
2018-04-0831 min
Chasing EarhartThe Astonishing Legend of Amelia Earhart: A Conversation with Scott Philbrook & Forrest BurgessScott & Forrest have been called the 'Click and Clack of esoterica' by their listeners. Their mission is to take a look at legendary strange and unusual events from throughout history and interview people who've had close encounters with the unexplained. It was Astonishing Legends that gave Chris his model in early 2014 for what would eventually become the Chasing Earhart podcast. A hugely popular podcast focusing on the mysterious and unexplained, Astonishing Legends continues to capture the imagination and excitement of fans all over the world that are fascinated with mystery and intrigue.
On the 37th episode of the Chasing Earhart...
2018-04-082h 17
Crawlspace - True Crime & Mysteries33 // Astonishing LegendsWelcome to Crawlspace. In this episode Lance Reenstierna & Tim Pilleri talk to Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess from the popular podcast Astonishing Legends. Check out Astonishing Legends here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/astonishing-legends/id923527373 Their website: https://www.astonishinglegends.com/ Their Twitters://twitter.com/AstonshngLegnds, https://twitter.com/forrest_burgessFollow Missing Maura Murray: https://twitter.com/MauraMurrayDoc, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missingmauramurray/, and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MauraMurrayDoc/Check out our docu-series on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Maura-Murray/dp/B07JHNTGLK. And don't miss the Disappearance of Maura Murray on...
2018-02-231h 14
Timesuck with Dan CumminsBONUS 11 - The Amityville HorrorAt roughly 3:00 AM, Nov. 13, 1974, twenty three year old Ronald Joseph "Butch" DeFeo Jr took a thirty-five caliber Marlin rifle and executed all six members of entire immediate family in their sleep at the family home on 112 Ocean Avenue in Amityville, Long Island. Strangely, all were found lying in their beds with no signs of a struggle. How did the rifle not wake five of them up after the first victim was shot? A little over a year later the Lutz family moved into the same home and 28 days later left their belongings inside and fled what they believed was...
2017-10-201h 31
MonsterTalkAmerican Goblins — Part 3Our final part of our three-part look at the Kentucky Goblins case of 1955 concludes with an interview with the hosts of Astonishing Legends, Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess. We discuss the facts of the case, possible explanations, and the problems with the Wikipedia entry and the scholarly journal article cited within it. This episode’s topic is also discussed in a blog post by Blake Smith: Astonishing Legends, Questionable Facts. If you missed them, be sure to listen to Part 1 and Part 2 of American Goblins. Read the episode notesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.co...
2017-10-181h 44
MonsterTalkAmerican Goblins — Part 3Our final part of our three-part look at the Kentucky Goblins case of 1955 concludes with an interview with the hosts of Astonishing Legends, Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess. We discuss the facts of the case, possible explanations, and the problems with the Wikipedia entry and the scholarly journal article cited within it. This episode’s topic is also discussed in a blog post by Blake Smith: Astonishing Legends, Questionable Facts. If you missed them, be sure to listen to Part 1 and Part 2 of American Goblins. Read the episode notes
2017-10-181h 44
Astonishing LegendsFlight 19 Part 2BACKGROUND
At approximately 6:00 p.m. on 5 December 1945, an HF/DF signal fix was obtained for Flight 19, placing its location somewhere within a 100-mile radius off the east coast of Florida, but that would be the last trace of the squadron's existence. It wouldn't be the last tragedy of this story. Around 7:27 p.m., two Martin Mariner rescue planes were launched from NAS Banana River, FL to conduct a search. Three minutes later, one of the planes, PBM-5 "Squadron Training No. 49" would send its "out report" over the radio, but it too would never be heard from again. About 20 minu...
2017-03-251h 21Astonishing LegendsFlight 19 Part 1BACKGROUND
The fate of a US Naval training flight, designated as “Flight 19” remains one of the American military’s most enduring mysteries, but also one of the signature stories from the legendary region known as “The Bermuda Triangle.” On December 5, 1945, a squadron of five Grumman TBM Avenger torpedo bombers departed Naval Air Station Fort Lauderdale, Florida at 2:10 p.m. on what should have been a routine overwater navigation training exercise. After successfully completing their practice bombing runs and some course change maneuvers, the formation radioed that they were not sure of their location or heading. Several hours later it was cle...
2017-03-181h 25Astonishing LegendsElectronic FogBACKGROUND We know that Distance = Rate x Time but when one of the variables of that equation is altered beyond reason by some unimaginable force of nature, the result can challenge what we think we know about the natural world. This was the experience of pilot Bruce Gernon, who believes he encountered a rare, yet natural phenomenon during a routine flight from Andros Island in the Bahamas to Palm Beach, Florida. Minutes after taking off from Andros (which also happens to be located within the legendary “Bermuda Triangle”). Gernon, along with his father who was acting as co-pilot and navigator and...
2017-03-112h 04Astonishing LegendsThe Nazi Bell Part 2Background The mystery of “The Nazi Bell” or “Die Glocke” is only surpassed by its reported potential. The Germans had the knowledge to build an atomic weapon in Otto Hahn, the chemist who first split the uranium nucleus in 1938. The next year the Nazis had control of Europe’s only source of uranium ore when they acquired the mine at Joachimsthal while invading the rest of Czechoslovakia. But was The Bell a device to aid them in enriching uranium-238? Many researchers of The Bell believe it was it’s own research project and given an even higher Top Secret classification than their a...
2017-02-251h 57
Dark MythsDark MythsmasTime to get festive in this dark season! Get yourself some holiday joy from: Jordan Harbour from Twilight Histories, Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess from Astonishing Legends, David from Blurry Photos, Ryan from Rumor Flies, and Kristaps from the Eastern Borders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2016-12-201h 04Astonishing LegendsAstonishing Legends TV01Astonishing Legends makes digital media and internet history with our first ever "live" YouTube streaming event! Frankly, we weren't sure any of it would work, so we really didn't announce we'd be doing it, but we thought it might be a fun way to interact with our listeners and answer some of their questions in a text chat stream, all while doing our usual rambling, digressing, and nervous stammering. We really appreciate our audience, so we hope you enjoy it. Depending on how much "flame mail we get, we might even try it again sometime!
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2016-12-021h 43
Astonishing LegendsMonsters Among UsIn tonight's episode, Scott interviews journalist, author, and Paranormal Investigator Linda S. Godfrey. We discuss her latest book, Monsters Among Us: An exploration of otherworldly Bigfoots, Wolfmen, Portals, Phantoms, and Odd Phenomena. Linda has appeared on numerous TV shows such The History Channel's Monster Quest, Inside Edition, Sean Hannity and of course as a guest on the Coast to Coast AM radio program. She is the author of over a dozen books, such as Real Wolfmen: True Encounters in Modern America, American Monsters: A History of Monster Lore, Legends and Sightings in America, and Weird Michigan. If after considering all...
2016-10-061h 56Astonishing LegendsSkinwalker Ranch Part 1Where do you go for your One-stop Shopping for the supernatural? Why the "Skinwalker Ranch" in northeastern Utah of course! It's got it all, including, but not limited to: Skinwalkers (naturally), UFOs, powerful poltergeists, deadly orbs, cryptids, cattle mutilation, interdimensional portals, disembodied voices, shadow beings and other assorted aliens, reptilian creatures, and hybrid wolf beasts, to name just a few. And all this for the low, low price of your grip on reality. It was a cost that would nearly be paid in full by the Sherman family, who owned the ranch for what must have seemed like an interminable...
2016-09-011h 28Astonishing LegendsThe Mary Celeste - Ghost Ship Part 2The mysterious disappearance of ten souls would not be the last of the misfortune to befall the ill-fated Mary Celeste. Insurance fraud, lost revenue, madness, and suicide would all become dreadful notches in the gunwale of her sad history, along with the premature deaths of three of her captains. Whether you believe in curses or not, often the best insurance is to leave fate untempted.
Tonight’s Quote:
“The sea has never been friendly to man. At most, it has been the accomplice of human restlessness.” — Joseph Conrad, novelist
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2016-08-111h 08Astonishing LegendsThe Mary Celeste - Ghost Ship Part 1The Mary Celeste is perhaps the most famous case of a "ghost ship." However, when it was discovered adrift on December 5, 1872, no ghosts were found nor any human form for that matter, not Captain Briggs, his wife, his two-year-old daughter, nor the seven crew members. They remain forever missing. But what caused them to vanish? Theories range from seaquakes to hazardous cargo, to a giant squid attack, and even aliens... yes, aliens. We're not saying it was aliens because we'd rather believe it was a giant squid. No matter what it was, the ship may have been doomed from the...
2016-08-021h 25Astonishing LegendsThe Sludge Entity Part 2There's no greater fear for a parent than their child being harmed and when that child faces a threat, they'll do whatever they have to to protect them, from this world into the next. Whatever that threat is, it had better beware.
Tonight's Quote:
“We had been through this step before. We know what it’s like to get into that fight or flight mechanism and when it comes to your children, you fight. — "John" the father of "Jack" from The Sludge Entity, Part 1
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2016-07-121h 37Astonishing LegendsThe Sludge Entity Part 1When your loved one is seriously ill, you take them to the doctor. But what do you do when you've taken them to every doctor, specialist and holistic healer you could see, ran every recommended test and all the professionals can tell you is something is definitely quite wrong, but no one can tell you why or what to do about it? This was the case with our guests John and Deborah, whose son Jack was so sick and getting worse that they sought answers where most wouldn't consider looking.
Tonight's Quote:
“In this generation, like so...
2016-07-0446 minAstonishing LegendsThe Delphos Ring Part 2What happens when a single event turns out to dominate your life, and for everyone else who isn't a close friend, it's all they want to know about you? Only the Johnson family knows what happened or didn't happen to them, and regardless of what people believe or don't believe, all you can do is to go on living your life as best you can. Except you'll never look at the world the same way again.
Tonight's Quote:
“Mrs. Johnson noted an immediate numbing at her fingertips. She rubbed her hand against her leg in an at...
2016-06-141h 25Astonishing LegendsThe Delphos Ring Part 1When it comes to the paranormal, people always say they want proof. Well, on Friday, November 2nd, 1971, evidence of what many believe to be "proof" of an Unidentified Flying Object touching down on the Johnson family farm in Delphos, Kansas appeared on the ground and would remain for a very long time. A crusty "ring" in the dirt and damage to the adjacent flora was left behind after the Johnsons described seeing a strange, brightly lit and noisy hovering craft of some kind leaving their property and disappearing into the night sky. This ring and the broken branches apparently in...
2016-06-071h 08
Live Recorded DJ Sets in venues or festivalsLive set at Bar Nine Leuven by DJ Irvin Cee (20160603)Live recording of my DJ set at Bar Nine Leuven
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Tracklist:
Artist - Title
Candi Staton - Hallelujah Anyway (Larse Vocal)
Lexer - Thoughtful (Original Mix)
Terrence Parker - Love's Got Me High (Marc Romboy's Systematic Soul Mix)
Digitalism - Zdarlight (Chopstick & Johnjon Remix)
Lars Moston, Teenage Mutants - Doso (Original Mix)
Midland - Blush (Original Mix)
Bicep - Just (Original Mix)
Rene Amesz, Ferreck Dawn - Lord (Original Mix)
Lars Moston, Teenage Mutants...
2016-06-044h 15Astonishing LegendsThe Somerton Man Mystery Part 2As with any great mystery, it can turn some individuals into steadfast researchers and citizen detectives, dedicating years to a quest for answers. We were lucky enough to interview one such person, Professor Derek Abbott of the University of Adelaide in Australia. In addition to teaching Electrical Engineering at the University, Professor Abbott also has a background in Physics, biomedical engineering, complex systems, and probability theory, which can involve the fields of cryptography and forensics. He first became interested in the Somerton Man case around 1995, and then fully immersed himself in an effort to crack the cryptography aspect in 2007, even enl...
2016-04-201h 37Astonishing LegendsThe Somerton Man Mystery Part 1Of the six questions — who, what, when, where, how and why — we only know three when it comes to the mystery of "The Somerton Man." What and where: a middle-aged man found dead on Somerton Beach, which borders the Adelaide, Australia, suburb of Glenelg. When: he was found by passersby at 6:30 a.m. on December 1, 1948. As for the remaining questions, authorities, academics, authors, Australians and curious citizens the world over have been seeking answers ever since. The mundane yet mysterious items found on his person and in an unclaimed suitcase (thought to be his) at the Adelaide railway station would yiel...
2016-03-171h 29Astonishing LegendsThe KGC: An American Conspiracy Part 2The Confederate Army’s losses at the battles of Gettysburg and Vicksburg in July 1863 marked a turning point in America’s Civil War, one that was not favorable for furthering the cause of “Southern Independence.” With the hopes of an overall military victory for the Confederacy now beginning to fade, the clandestine leaders of the KGC took the movement fully underground, secreting not only their commands and communications, but also their amassed wealth and weapons. There is sufficient circumstantial evidence to suggest that significant amounts of gold and silver as well as armaments had been collected by the KGC from agents...
2015-12-071h 25Astonishing LegendsThe KGC: An American Conspiracy Part 1America in the mid-nineteenth century was still a very young nation in the process of finding its own identity, its states not yet fully or harmoniously united. Differing ideas on what methods of production and government its inhabitants should employ were fomenting into a house divided and would lead to one of the bloodiest and devastating civil wars any country could experience. Leading up to America's Civil War, various factions were coalescing into numerous political parties and regional movements, with ideological lines drawn largely on the issue of slavery. The struggle for America's southern states' self-determination gave rise to a...
2015-11-231h 02Astonishing LegendsKidnapped by Bigfoot: The Albert Ostman StorySome tales are tall tales, and some tales involve an ape-like creature that stands over 7 feet tall and weighs around 700 pounds. Such was the tale of Albert Ostman, who claimed that in 1924, while on a leisurely prospecting trip in British Columbia, Canada, he was kidnapped in the middle of the night by a Sasquatch, or what is more commonly known as "Bigfoot." While some folks might be quick to dismiss Mr. Ostman's story as a stretch of the truth by no small means, it's hard to deny the folksy charm and curious wonder his tale invokes, whether tall tale or...
2015-10-101h 34Astonishing LegendsDyatlov Pass Part 2Background:
Part 2 of our Special on Dyatlov Pass: On January 27, 1959, a group of outdoor enthusiasts, known as "tourists" in Russia, consisting of seven men and two women, mostly students and graduates of the Ural Polytechnical Institute (which is now the Ural Federal University) left the village of Vizhay in the northern Ural Mountains on a two-week ski trek, through a region called Sverdlovsk Oblast, the "gateway to Siberia" in Russia. In Russia a "tourist" is a serious outdoorsman. The goal was to reach Otorten Mountain at the end of their journey. Their planned route would rank as a "Cat...
2015-09-1859 minAstonishing LegendsDyatlov Pass Part 1Background:
On January 27, 1959, a group of outdoor enthusiasts, known as 'tourists' in Russia, consisting of seven men and two women, mostly students and graduates of the Ural Polytechnical Institute (which is now the Ural Federal University) left the village of Vizhay in the northern Ural Mountains on a two-week ski trek, through a region called Sverdlovsk Oblast, the "gateway to Siberia" in Russia. In Russia a 'tourist' is a serious outdoorsman. The goal was to reach Otorten Mountain at the end of their journey. Their planned route would rank as a "Category III," the most difficult classification for a...
2015-09-121h 16Astonishing LegendsThe Fermi ParadoxBackground:
While having lunch near the Los Alamos National Laboratory one day with the likes of Edward Teller, "father of the nuclear bomb" Nobel Prize winning physicist Enrico Fermi wondered out loud (after the topic of recent UFO sightings came up) "Where is everybody?" Basically what he meant was, if the universe is so seemingly infinite and old, and it's mathematically probable that other star systems have developed intelligent life like ours has, and it's also theoretically possible that an alien civilization with tens or even hundreds of thousands of years of technological advancement could have made it t...
2015-08-291h 08Astonishing LegendsOak Island Money Pit Part 4Legend:
Pirate treasure? English, French or Spanish military plunder? The secret Rosicrucian works of Sir Francis Bacon and therefore also the possible original missing folios of Shakespeare? Or perhaps the greatest sacred antiquities lost to history, such as the Ark of the Covenant, the Holy Grail, the Spear of Longinus or the menorah from King Solomon's temple? Or maybe it's all just natural geological processes forming a sinkhole, plain and simple? These are just some of the theories of what could be down in the infamous and mysterious "Money Pit" on Oak Island, Nova Scotia -- thought by many...
2015-08-123h 01Astonishing LegendsOak Island Money Pit Part 3Legend:
Pirate treasure? English, French or Spanish military plunder? The secret Rosicrucian works of Sir Francis Bacon and therefore also the possible original missing folios of Shakespeare? Or perhaps the greatest sacred antiquities lost to history, such as the Ark of the Covenant, the Holy Grail, the Spear of Longinus or the menorah from King Solomon's temple? Or maybe it's all just natural geological processes forming a sinkhole, plain and simple? These are just some of the theories of what could be down in the infamous and mysterious "Money Pit" on Oak Island, Nova Scotia -- thought by many...
2015-08-041h 15Astonishing LegendsOak Island Money Pit Part 2Legend:
Pirate treasure? English, French or Spanish military plunder? The secret Rosicrucian works of Sir Francis Bacon and therefore also the possible original missing folios of Shakespeare? Or perhaps the greatest sacred antiquities lost to history, such as the Ark of the Covenant, the Holy Grail, the Spear of Longinus or the menorah from King Solomon's temple? Or maybe it's all just natural geological processes forming a sinkhole, plain and simple? These are just some of the theories of what could be down in the infamous and mysterious "Money Pit" on Oak Island, Nova Scotia -- thought by many...
2015-07-211h 14Astonishing LegendsCollections and ConnectionsHave you ever collected anything? Have you ever been a fan of anything or anyone? If so, how serious were you about it, how far would you go to obtain a collectible and what would be your most treasured "gets?"
Background:
After our cold open on Charly Charlie, Scott sits down for a discussion with Astonishing Legends' own intrepid reporter in the field, "Master" Marc D'Andre (you'll find out who called him "Master" later in the episode) to find out about two of his passions: movies and the occasional autograph, letter or interaction from some of hi...
2015-05-3052 minAstonishing LegendsAre We Ever Alone?Have you ever taken a camping trip by yourself? A trip to get away? Were you alone? Are you sure?
Background:
Tonight we interview retired Emergency Room Physician and now published author Dr. Richard J. Goldstein who took a simple little camping trip by himself a while back and found that he was not welcome at the campsite he chose.
Tonight's Quote:
“Ghosts could walk freely tonight, without fear of the disbelief of men; for this night was haunted, and it would be an insensitive man who did not know it.”
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2015-05-161h 07Astonishing LegendsSpring-Heeled JackLegend:
In 1837, someone or something leapt into history in nine foot bounds, assaulting women and men, breathing fire and tearing at their clothes. What exactly was Spring-Heeled Jack?
Background:
Tonight we're diving into the history of Spring-Heeled Jack. We're going to take a look at one of the most detailed research papers ever done on him and try to figure out just who or what he might have been. Join us as we unravel the various sightings and take a look at all the plausible explanations that have been put forth over the years...
2015-05-0242 minAstonishing LegendsWhat's Gotten Into You?Legend:
Technically an invasive species has to kill off a pre-existing species to meet the definition of being invasive. After you hear this episode, we'll be you'll agree there are some things though that should be classified as invasive no matter what.
Background:
Tonight we talk with two guests. One who may never spend the night in New York City with a window open again, and another who although his Texas doctor was ultimately shot to death by a jealous husband, has a story about a visit to his practice a few years earlier...
2015-04-171h 16Astonishing LegendsThe Laughing IndianLegend:
There are many different levels of torment that some ghosts seem to offer, but what could be worse than mocking?
Background:
When our guest was 12 years old and home alone in upstate New York he experienced an encounter with something heard but not seen. Was it real? What would you have done? Listen to his tale and try to decide if you could have handled it differently.
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2015-03-2039 minAstonishing LegendsJohn Titor and Other Time TravelersLegend:
Time traveler stories have abounded throughout history, but one of the most enduring ones of the past hundred years is the legend of John Titor, a man from the year 2038 who's story of how time travel works proves to be plausible.
Background:
There are more than few recent stories of folks appearing out of town in old photos or even a Chaplin film and we will visit the most famous of them. Even the guy who found a wormhole while fixing his kitchen sink.
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