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EPISODE · Sep 24, 2025 · 49 MIN

Aliens: The Kelly-Hopkinsville Encounter

from Spookish · host BKR

This iconic alien visitation from the 1950s is the root of much of what we know as common alien lore today. Give a listen to hear how today's story gave us Green Little Men, Gremlins, E.T., and a Pokemon. Send us your spooky stories at [email protected] for a chance to hear them read in a future episode.Sources:Kelly Hopkinsville Encounter70 Years LaterSketch of GoblinsLittle Green Men OriginsHushed Up HistorySteven Spielberg and Green Men

This iconic alien visitation from the 1950s is the root of much of what we know as common alien lore today. Give a listen to hear how today's story gave us Green Little Men, Gremlins, E.T., and a Pokemon. Send us your spooky stories at [email protected] for a chance to hear them read in a future episode.Sources:Kelly Hopkinsville Encounter70 Years LaterSketch of GoblinsLittle Green Men OriginsHushed Up HistorySteven Spielberg and Green Men

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