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Chumming with the Spirits
by Para-Chum, J.D.
Sharks, spirits, and a splash of chaos… Welcome to Chumming with the Spirits — the paranormal comedy podcast where the beers are cold, the ghosts are restless, and nothing is off-limits. Dive in every week for chilling tales, wild laughs, and maybe a ghost or two. Subscribe now — if you dare.
Episodes
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Bloody Kansas
Bloody Kansas, or the Border War, was a series of violent civil confrontations in the Kansas Territory, and to a lesser extent in western Missouri, between 1854 and 1859. It emerged from a political and ideological debate over whether slavery should be permitted in the proposed state of…
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Interview with our friend June Lundgren
On this week's episode we are graced with the presence of the amazing June Lundgren. We talk about the paranormal, her books and her lifelong pursuit of hunting and disposing of Demons. If you are interested in learning more about this subject matter or about our guest, check out the links below....
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Two Souls at the Sleeper Mortuary
We are joined by our good friends from Two Souls Paranormal at the amazing Sleeper Mortuary in Iola, KS to talk about, what else, the paranormal and their up and coming specialized tech. For more information about Two Souls Paranormal and all of the things that they have going please visit them…
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Catching Up With The Chumming Life
Join us as we talk about the events that have taken place over the past 2 weeks with Para-Chum going on a cruise and J.D. going Bigfoot hunting in Arkansas. You won't believe the shenanigans these two get into!
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Sleeper Mortuary Live With Offbeat Paranormal
Join us for the live session we did at the Sleeper Mortuary with Offbeat Paranormal, which includes the Estes Session that Amanda Performed.
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Chumming With The Backwoods Boogeymen
We are lucky to sit down with our friend Jeb from the "Backwoods Boogeymen" Podcast as he tells us all about his treks through the woods in search of history and the illusive cryptids that hide within. To learn more about his podcast and listen to his stories and adventures be sure to check him…
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Interview With The Owner of Sleeper Mortuary
The Sleeper Mortuary was established in 1886 by Lyman Sleeper. Allan Sleeper became his father's business partner in 1902. Sleeper mortuary had two devastating fires. One in 1902 and one in 1915. The fire in January of 1915 devastated the business and the loss was listed at $20,000.…
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Chumming With The Spirits and Unravelling The Darkness
Have you ever heard of the @UnravelingTheDarknesspodcast ? Well they were gracious enough to sit down with us and talk paranormal. We dive into some of the deep mysteries and tales of the places they have investigated, theories, and just have a grand ole time. If you would like to learn more...
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Ghost Gossip and the Boo Hag
Have you ever heard of the Boo Hag? No we are not talking about Ghost Gossip, but she does join us on this episode to talk about this very interesting cryptid. In Gullah folklore, boo hags are similar to vampires. Unlike vampires, they gain sustenance from a person's breath, as opposed to their...
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Hollow Earth, Hollow Moon and Flat Earth Theories Explained
Our friend Jason from Strange Paranormal sits down with us to discuss some interesting theories about the physiology of the Earth and the Moon. Do you believe in any of these theories?
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Kraken Cans and the Flatwoods Monster
The Flatwoods Monster, also known as the Braxton County Monster or "Braxxie," is a famous West Virginia cryptid reported on September 12, 1952, in Flatwoods, WV. Witnesses described a 10-foot-tall, hovering creature with a spade-shaped head, glowing red eyes, and a green, metallic body, often...
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Offbeat Chumming Game Night
Join us as we have a fun weekend game night session with our friends from Offbeat Paranormal. We play "Paranormal Profanities." A card game created by MJ Dickson. If you would like to get a copy of the game yourself please visit www.sageparanormal.co.uk For more information on Offbeat Paranormal…
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The Tonganoxie Split
The "Tonganoxie Split" is a popular Kansas City-area weather legend suggesting that storms approaching from the west often divide or weaken around Tonganoxie, KS, sparing the metro area from severe weather. While often dismissed as folklore, some theories attribute it to urban heat islands or...
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PMS Ghost Hunting Interview Part 2
Join us as we continue our paranormal discussions with friends from PMS Ghost Hunting. If you are interested in learning more about them please go check out their Facebook page at the following link. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091483719433&sk=directory_intro Chumming With The...
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PMS Ghost Hunting Interview Part 1
On this episode of Chumming With The Spirits we sit down with our good friends from PMS Ghost Hunting to talk about the paranormal, personal experiences as well as some theories on the subject matter. If you are interested in learning more about them please go check out their Facebook page at the...
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Chumming Theater 4000 Episode 1
On this episode of Chumming With The Spirits we try something a little different. Welcome to Chumming Theater 4000 where we sit down, watch our favorite podcasts, movies and shows and commentate on them as we watch. Our first episode is from our dear friend over at Myths, Monsters and Mullets...
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Chumming With The Spirits and Special Guest Matt Orton
On this episode of Chumming With The Spirits we sit down with our friend Matt Orton from the Drunken Cryptids Podcast to talk about the upcoming Arkansas Cryptid Fest that he is hosting in North Little Rock Arkansas as well as the exciting night we had during the meet and greet session for the...
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Portlock Killer Bigfoot
In the early 20th Century the town of Portlock, Alaska was terrorized by what many claim to be a killer Bigfoot. The incidents were so horrific that one man and his dogs died from an attack and the town was abandoned due to fear. Join us as we talk about this horrific instance and give our own...
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Chumming With The Cryptids
Sit back and grab yourself a cold one as J.D. visits Mr. Matthew Orton in Little Rock, Arkansas. Matt Orton is the host of "Drunken Cryptids" podcast and together they talk about their paranormal experiences, endeavors and dreams. And if you haven't already subscribed to these spectacular…
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Tarot and Tidbits
Join us as we start season 3 off with a bang. We interview the owner and founder of "Tarot and Tidbits." Learning about Scrying mirrors, tarot cards and all things cardamancy has never been more intriguing.
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Year End Bloopers
To close out Season 2 as well as 2025 we wanted to share with everyone some of the bloopers that happen behind the scenes. From snot rockets to drunken escapades we wish everyone a Happy Holiday season and can't wait for you to see and hear what is in store for season 3 and 2026.
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Darkwoods and the Shaker Brothel
On this episode we sit down with our friends Raven Knight and Gabriel Von Graves from Darkwoods Paranormal in Elkhorn Wisconsin as we discuss our investigation of The Shaker Brothel and other paranormal inquiries.
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Roadside Soda Holiday Review
Join us as we get the amazing opportunity to review Roadside Sodas Holiday Drink list lineup. This amazing small business based out of Lima, OH have an amazing lineup of paranormal and cryptid inspired soda fountain drinks. On this episode we get to taste test the top 4 favorites of theirs from…
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Farewell O.G.
Join us as we wish O.G. a farewell for 2026.
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The Cryptid Buffet
On this episode we delve into some of the more obscure cryptids out there. From the Old Saybrook Block Heads, to the Slide Rock Bolter, all the way down to the Aswang.
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J.D. and Para-Chum's Buckets of Fun
On this episode of Chumming With The Spirits J.D. and Para-Chum sit down and discuss some of the amazing adventures and trips that J.D. has been on recently, as well as all the wonderful things that the podcast has coming up in 2026. You don't want to miss this one.
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Ghost Ships
What is a ghost ship? What is a ship that is a ghost? What is a haunted ship? These are the confusing yet hilarious questions we ask during our latest episode as we delve into some very fun rabbit holes of interesting conversation about the subject. A ghost ship, also known as a phantom ship, is…
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Superstitions
On this episode we talk about the world of superstitions. Superstitions are beliefs or practices, such as believing a black cat crossing your path brings bad luck, that are not based on reason or scientific fact but are often tied to feelings of luck, fate, or magic. They often arise from fear of...
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The Haunted Harris-Kearney House
Join us for this special Halloween edition as we discuss the Haunted Harris-Kearney House in Kansas City. It is the oldest house in Kansas City, Missouri, as well as one of the most haunted. This location is also where the Chumming With The Spirits crew first met.
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The Mandela Effect
Join on this fascinating episode as we delve into the mysterious Mandela Effect. The false memory phenomenon was initially investigated by psychological pioneers Pierre Janet and Sigmund Freud. Freud was fascinated with memory and all the ways it could be understood, used, and manipulated. Some...
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Comic Character Mash Ups
On this episode we discuss who would win in some of the most bizarre and off the cuff match ups in the comic universe. Would Doctor Strange beat Dr. Fate, would Spawn beat Ghost Rider, and many more as we venture down rabbit holes that some would say should probably not be ventured down. So sit...
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JD Chum Bucket Part 2
JD Chum Bucket is back — and this time, Bigfoot might’ve wandered into the shot! 👀 Our cryptid-loving hosts share laughs and cold brews around the campfire as something massive stirs in the shadows. From hilarious banter to eerie encounters, this episode perfectly blends paranormal storytelling...
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JD Chum Bucket Part 1
Step into the chaos of comedy, cryptids, and cold brews in this off-the-rails podcast episode featuring @MythsMonstersandMullets! 🍻👻 We hit everything from Cougar, Washington and Beaver Bay adventures, to late-night talk about Bigfoot sightings, Dogman, UFOs, and shadow figures. Expect mullet...
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Time Slips & Portals | Paranormal Encounters Explained
⏳✨ Are time slips real… or are they actually portals to other worlds? In this episode of Chumming with the Spirits, we uncover some of the strangest paranormal encounters ever reported — from ghosts and UFOs to Bigfoot and the Mandela Effect. 👻 What you’ll discover in this episode: What are time...
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Hopkinsville Goblins: UFO Siege or Portal Phenomenon?
On August 21, 1955, a quiet farmhouse in rural Kentucky became the stage for one of the most bizarre and terrifying nights in UFO history — the Kelly-Hopkinsville Goblin Encounter. 👀 According to the Sutton family and their friends, glowing silver beings with large yellow eyes surrounded their...
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The Sallie House Paranormal Recap: What REALLY Happened Inside?
Join us as we dive into our chilling overnight investigation of the Sallie House in Atchison, Kansas—one of the most infamous haunted houses in America. With Darkwood Paranormal alongside us, we experienced strange anomalies, unexplained battery drains, bizarre light phenomena, and unsettling...
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What are the Black-Eyed Kids?
What happens when the urban legend of the Black-Eyed Kids collides with demonic forces threatening humanity’s survival? In this episode, we explore the chilling phenomenon of the Black-Eyed Children—mysterious, soulless-eyed kids who appear at your doorstep, asking to be let in—and dive deep into...
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Elmwood U.F.O. Days Wrap-Up
Join us as we sit down with Darkwoods Paranormal and discuss the Elmwood U.F.O. Days extravaganza that we were blessed to be a part of. We discuss some of the amazing things that we witnessed in one of the local graveyards before the event as well as the presentations that took place for both of...
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Summer Jam
On this episode we discuss our recent outing to the Elite Comics Summer Jam event, and talk about all the amazing things that happened while we were there.
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Real Life Vampires
Join the Chumming With The Spirits team as they delve into the possibility of real life vampires walking amongst us and from the past. Are vampires real, or are just myths created by us to fascinate our lust for the impossible?
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Orbs
Join us as we discuss one of the most controversial topics in the paranormal field. ORBS. What are they, are they paranormal, are they a natural phenomenon or are they something else completely unknown to our world?
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Wraiths
Join us for this weeks episode, where discuss the topic of Wraiths. Wraiths are often depicted as spectral, ghostly figures, frequently associated with death and the supernatural. They can be seen as the spirits of the dead, trapped between worlds, or as malevolent entities haunting the living.…
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The Loch Ness Monster
Join us as we delve into the lore and legend of the Loch Ness Monster. We are also joined by a special guest from Darkwoods Paranormal podcast and get their interpretation into the subject.
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St. Augustine
Join us as we talk about the most historic, and as some would call it most haunted city in America. St. Augustine Florida. St. Augustine is a city in and the county seat of St. Johns County, Florida, United States. Located 40 miles (64 km) south of downtown Jacksonville, the city is on the…
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The Wendigo
Join us as we talk about the topic of the Wendigo.
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American Folk Heroes
Happy 4th of July! To celebrate the founding of our One Nation Under God, we celebrate some of it's Folk Heroes and share their stories. We all know about the stories of Paul Bunyan, Johnny Appleseed and John Henry, but there are far more individuals who helped shape our great country through...
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Curses
What is a curse? One could surmise that a curse can be catalogued in multiple boxes of phenomenon. Whether it be physical, psychological, emotional, generational, or spiritual in nature. In this episode we delve into the constructs of these categorical associations and try to break down what box...
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Tulpas
On this week’s episode of Chumming With The Spirits we talk about the Tulpa phenomenon. Is it possible to create an entity out of thin air just by the power of thought? For centuries people have been trying do just such a thing. From scientific investigations to creating imaginary friends in…
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Carter Buschardt The Bigfoot Whisperer
On this episode of Chumming With The Spirits we talk with our friend Carter Buschardt about the infamous Wood Booger aka Bigfoot. Carter is a well renowned Bigfoot researcher and prominent member of the BFRO (Bigfoot Research Organization). He has led many investigations for the organization and...
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Favorite Villains Of All Time
Join us as we talk about our favorite villains of all time through movies, tv shows, comics, etc. Villains ranging from Cyrus the Virus in Con-Air, The Taskmaster from Marvel all the way to Moriarty from the tv show Sherlock. So sit back grab your favorite drink and join us as we Chum with the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Sharks, spirits, and a splash of chaos… Welcome to Chumming with the Spirits — the paranormal comedy podcast where the beers are cold, the ghosts are restless, and nothing is off-limits. Dive in every week for chilling tales, wild laughs, and maybe a ghost or two. Subscribe now — if you dare.
HOSTED BY
Para-Chum, J.D.
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Sharks, spirits, and a splash of chaos… Welcome to Chumming with the Spirits — the paranormal comedy podcast where the beers are cold, the ghosts are restless, and nothing is off-limits. Dive in every week for chilling tales, wild laughs, and maybe a ghost or two. Subscribe now — if you dare.
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