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Mysteries and Monsters

Mysteries and Monsters
Bigfoot
Cryptozoology
UFO Sightings
Mothman
Ghost Stories
Rogue (book)
Paranormal Phenomena
Legends and Lore
Washington State
Ufos
Point Pleasant
Aintree Spectres
Paranormal Research
John Keel
Dogman
Sightings
Killer Whales
Christmas
The Mothman Prophecies
Road Ghost Phenomena

Podcast featuring guest interviews from the around the world covering the Paranormal, Cryptozoology, Legends and Fortean themes, published weekly.

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Latest Episodes

This week, the north of England is our destination as I am delighted to welcome author and the host of the marvellous How Haunted podcast, Rob Kirkup to the show.

Rob's had a long fascination with the paranormal and takes us to some of his favourite... more

We catch up with Mike Familant, a Producer and Lead Investigator from New Jersey, as he recounts his journey in uncovering the truth about North America's most renowned cryptid, Bigfoot. Known by various names such as Sasquatch, Grassman, Skunk Ape, ... more

When a loved one goes missing, families find themselves in a terrible position. They are overcome with worry and stress. Their life as they once lived has completely changed forever. After filing reports with police and frantically searching for thei... more

Are ETs healing humans?In his landmark book, The Healing Power of UFOs, leading UFO researcher, Preston Dennett, presents a fascinating compilation of more than 300 cases of people who have been healed by extraterrestrials. Supported by firsthand eye... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Familant
Investigating North America's cryptids for over 15 years; Bigfoot researcher and presenter
Shadow of Red Eye / Look for Bigfoot
Episode: Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 394 Bigfoot: Beyond The Footprints with Mike Familant
Tim Pilleri
Co-founder of Crawlspace Media; co-host of Crawlspace
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Episode: Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 393 Missing People with Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstiena
Lance Reenstiena
Co-founder of Crawlspace Media; co-host of Crawlspace
Crawlspace Media / Crawlspace
Episode: Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 393 Missing People with Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstiena
Preston Dennett
Author, investigator, and researcher specialized in UFOs and alien encounters
Episode: Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 392 The Healing Power of UFOs with Preston Dennett
Kathleen Marden
Niece of Betty and Barney Hill and a prominent voice in ufology
Episode: Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 390 The Legacy of Betty and Barney Hill with Kathleen Marden
W G Gilbert
Author and paranormal researcher known for his Eerie Edinburgh YouTube channel.
Author of "Hidden Haunts Ireland"
Episode: Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 388 Hidden Haunts: Ireland with W G Gilbert
Nomar Slevik
Author, researcher, and musician
Episode: Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 387 Strange Tales from Maine with Nomar Slevik
Kate Rae
Artist, paranormal investigator, published author and podcaster
Episode: Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 386 Fae, Folklore and the Paranormal with Kate Rae
Kevin LeStarge
Author, outdoorsman and Bigfoot experiencer
Episode: Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 384 Bigfoot author and enthusiast Kevin LeStarge

Host

Paul Bestall
Host of Mysteries and Monsters

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 632 ratings
  • Love this so much… there is a but

    Love this poddie, great interaction with each guest and so much knowledge but…. I find the repetitive use of the guest’s name really annoying, unnecessary.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TashDay272
    United Kingdom21 days ago
  • Fantastic podcast!

    Been listening for over a year now and this is still a great podcast. Paul Bestall is brilliant!!

    Excellent!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Annie North east
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Highly Recommend

    Great show very authoritative on the subject!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael Ghost
    United States8 months ago
  • Omg Dave Mauraaay

    Jeez he’s so cunty.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sparklebunny80
    United Statesa year ago
  • Just the best

    So much fun and info packed into one show. I have yet to come across an episode I wasn’t interested in. Great listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fyrvurm
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests are diverse and the conversations feel authoritative without losing accessibility.
The host is knowledgeable and well-spoken, which keeps complex topics engaging.
The show balances skepticism with curiosity, which keeps investigations credible and interesting.
Long-form interviews with experts provide deep dives that fans appreciate.

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Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 393 Missing People with Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstiena
Q: What drew you to work in missing-person investigations and why keep returning to these cases?
Tim and Lance describe the pull as a combination of curiosity about what happened, the desire to provide advocacy for families, and the ongoing evolution of investigative methods. They emphasize patterns, advocacy, and the hope that sharing case details can help others involved or identify new leads.
Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 390 The Legacy of Betty and Barney Hill with Kathleen Marden
Q: How has your work evolved in the field since then?
Kathleen transitioned from aspiring to be a doctor to becoming a social worker, eventually focusing on UFO investigation and supporting experiencers through frameworks like MUFON's ERT.
Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 390 The Legacy of Betty and Barney Hill with Kathleen Marden
Q: What was your initial feeling when you first heard about the event?
Kathleen felt confused and in denial when Betty called her mother the day after the incident, expressing disbelief about the possibility of extraterrestrial life.
Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 386 Fae, Folklore and the Paranormal with Kate Rae
Q: Did you think, for someone who's grown up most of their life terrified of poltergeists, that the paranormal and folklore would be your meat and drink as a more mature person?
No, and I often say that if I was to meet my 15 year old self now, I would be spinning cartwheels as a 15 year old, knowing that I'm doing what I'm doing now.
Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 384 Bigfoot author and enthusiast Kevin LeStarge
Q: What motivated you to step out of studying Bigfoot online and start expeditions?
The Finding Bigfoot series rekindled my interest and made me realize I could actually go look for the creature myself.

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Across recent episodes, the show centers on paranormal phenomena, cryptozoology, folklore, ufology, and Fortean topics, featuring conversations with researchers, authors, and cultural observers from around the world. Discussions frequently cover fieldwork realities, eyewitness accounts, media influence, and the evolving landscape of mystery storytelling, often blending skepticism with curiosity. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on outdoors, lore, and eyewitness experiences, as well as a mix of traditional folklore with contemporary investigation techniques, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy deep-dives into unexplained phenomena and their cultural contexts.

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1. Mike Familant
2. Tim Pilleri
3. Lance Reenstiena
4. Preston Dennett
5. Kathleen Marden
6. W G Gilbert
7. Nomar Slevik
8. Kate Rae

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