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Believing the Bizarre: Paranormal Podcast

Believing the Bizarre | Paranormal Podcast
Ufos
Paranormal Activity
Ghosts
Bigfoot
Hauntings
Paranormal Experiences
Paranormal Encounters
Paranormal
Aliens
Ghost Stories
Alien Abduction
Haunting
Shadow Figures
Ohio
Sleep Paralysis
Paranormal Phenomena
True Crime
Cryptids
Mothman
Listener Submissions

Believing the Bizarre is a paranormal podcast covering cryptids, UFOs, hauntings, ghost stories, demons, poltergeists, and true supernatural encounters — new episodes every Tuesday. From Mothman and the Lizard Man to alien abductions, haunted locations, and unexplained phenomena, we research the strange and decide where each story lands on our Believability Scale: Believable, Viable, Skeptical, or... more

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The Dodleston Messages | Paranormal Podcast

Hey everyone! This bonus episode is an older collab we did with Kaydra on her podcast, Perplexity: A Mystery Podcast. Enjoy!

Episode Description:

We joined Kaydra over at Perplexity: A Mystery Podcast, f... more

The Spirits of Solace | Paranormal Podcast

This episode, we've got two listener submissions that are a little different from the usual... no demons clawing at you, no entities trying to drag you out of bed, just some genuinely peaceful and deeply pe... more

The Shtriga | Paranormal Podcast

This episode we dove into the Shtriga, the Albanian vampiric witch who doesn't lurk in a castle or avoid the sun, but instead lives right next door, blends in at the market, and waits until you're asleep to slip into... more

Terrified Together with Chilluminati Podcast | Paranormal Podcast

We teamed up with Jesse, Mike, and Alex from the Chilluminati podcast for this Terrified Together, and the five of us tackled two listener submissions that had the whole group going b... more

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Hosts

Tyler
Host of the paranormal show, co-hosting discussions, interviewing guests, and guiding believability debates.
Charlie
Co-host and main host, steering conversations, adding humor, and presenting listener-friendly takes on strange phenomena.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 6.7k ratings
  • Please never stop making new episodes!

    I love this podcast, and the range of topics! I appreciate that they cover the more obscure topics, and don’t waste time going over the super famous cases, as most fans of the supernatural are already well versed. The descriptions of the cryptids also give me great drawing inspiration to boot!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ghost T. Spirit
    United States2 months ago
  • May 29th '26 episode ..about distractions? What? from 40ish years of letting Iran threaten themselves and everyone else? a distraction from Epstein being completely ignored by Democrats and the most prominent purveyors of his being Democrats?

    a distraction from the fact Epstein isn't crap compared to the millions and millions of women and child and babies raped and trafficked by Democrats?

    the FBI was WORSE than Epstein when they intentionally ignored the college girls getting molested by thei... more

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    Roxanne
    2 months ago
  • Good times

    Like spending time with friends talking about things we want to talk about.

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    3
    The Spoilt Bear
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great contact keep being engaged

    I’d love to listen to you guys whenever I get a chance you make the day go by really quick and I also learned a lot. Keep up the good work.

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    Darkhawk2010
    United States3 months ago
  • believing a little too much of the bizarre

    fantastic humour based but well written and transparently sourced podcast about possibly paranormal events hosted by the two most well meaning gullible men in the state of Ohio

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Guests and stories are described as entertaining, credible, and varied.
Some note sound mix issues in older episodes but overall quality and consistency are strong.
Many highlight the show's community feel and listener submissions as standout parts.
Listeners praise the humor and banter paired with engaging paranormal stories.
Fans appreciate the relatable hosts and balanced skepticism with storytelling.

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Talking Points

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La Llorona - The Weeping Woman
Q: Is La Llorona just a tale to make children act right?
The discussion pivots around whether La Llorona's tale has evolved into a method of instilling fear and encouraging good behavior in children, tapping into cultural narratives.
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Q: What do you think of Mike's experience, was it sleep paralysis?
Yes, it seemed most likely to be sleep paralysis, but the visuals he described were very distinct and creative.
The Hotel Room Portal
Q: What do you think decided to haunt Taylor and her friend and then never show up again?
It possibly was there the whole time and just became more visible due to certain circumstances.
Terrified Together with Wheezy (Noteasybeinwheezy)
Q: What is your relation to horror media? Like scary movies, scary video games, scary stories in general?
Wheezy expressed that while she finds herself bored with scary movies, she has always been intrigued by urban legends and paranormal stories, which inspire her content.
Terrified Together with Wheezy (Noteasybeinwheezy)
Q: What made you want to start creating videos? Was TikTok the first platform that you really attacked?
Wheezy shared that she started creating videos from boredom and a desire for connection while living alone. She initially resisted downloading TikTok but eventually gave in and found herself creating content that felt authentic.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Paranormal-focused show that blends storytelling with skeptical analysis, rating each case on a Believability Scale (Believable, Viable, Skeptical, Unbelievable) while featuring listener-submitted encounters in full detail. Episodes cover cryptids, hauntings, aliens, and other unexplained phenomena, mixing humor with curiosity to explore what's believable and why. A notable strength is the host banter and collaborative discussion with paranormal guests and investigators, creating an approachable yet thoughtful exploration of strange phenomena that appeals to both believers and skeptics. The format often includes expert guests, field reports, and community submissions, making it a good fit for listeners who enjoy entertaining storytelling al... more

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2. Alex Chilluminati
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5. Kathy McDaniel
6. Willie Earl Buckhead Grant
7. Ed Larson
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