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Dawn of Mantis

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Things Mysterious, Things FantasticDawn of Mantis is a variety podcast that tackles subjects such as true crime, history, disappearances, the paranormal and/or anything mysterious. We research and discuss topics that are interesting to us and hopefully interesting to you the listener. We also write and record some comedy bits and throw them into the mix. We have fun with this podcast so if this sounds like your cup of tea, come on in and give us a listen. WARNING: If it annoys you when people are being themselves having free-flow conversations, throwing out the occasional dad joke, please swipe left and find another podcast.

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  1. DOM Ep.104 - Thanksgiving Smash & Grab

    Broadcasting from our NEW location! In studio at RedBeard Sound and joined by our new crew member, RedBeard himself, Sam Duncan! We're serving up a Thanksgiving dish of murder and massacres, and we're not talking about the Turkey......as well as a few other smash and grab stories, finishing the...

  2. DOM 103 - The Disappearance of Ada Constance Kent

    Dawn of Mantis Episode 103: The disappearance of Ada Constance Kent. A reclusive former actress vanished in 1939 and was never seen alive again. For a decade her disappearance remained a mystery, until one day her remains were finally found, right where everyone had been looking all along. Or......

  3. DOM Ep102 - The Tragic Cases Of The Shelton Family

    Episode 102: In tonight's episode we cover a truly unique case, even in the true crime community. Just a few years after losing her husband in a car wreck, Marcia Shelton's 12 year old daughter Debbie disappeared. Sixty-five days later she was finally found, but not in the way that Marcia had...

  4. 101 - Halloween Special Episode- Ronald "the Candy Man" O'Bryan

    In 1974 Ronald O'Bryan perhaps starts a decade long paranoia by tampering with Halloween candy but there's more to the story because the victim isn't probably who would you guess.

  5. 100- The Sacrifice Of Leroy Carter Jr

    We dive into the strange and perhaps the occult as we talk about the circumstances of the discovery of the body of Mr. Leroy Carter Jr. in the early 80s.

  6. 99 - The Golden Era Contactees Part 5 George Van Tassel

    Part 5 of our early UFO contactee coverage concludes with the interesting tales of George Van Tassel and his adventures with the otherworldly.

  7. 98 - The Golden Era Contactees Part 4- Buck Nelson

    Buck Nelson was an interesting man to say the least. Without his UFO tall tales we feel he'd be interesting. We go through his rise to fame as an early contactee and Joe even puts his spin on what his voice likely sounded like as he tells the story.

  8. Machine Man

    This track was written by Joe in memory of his friend and former bandmate, Jeff Elmer. He played bass with NighTTrain and was a fantastic guy. This was recorded by RedBeard Sound Studios by Sam Duncan.

  9. Empty Inside by Joe and Ivan

    We recorded this track better than 3 years ago and forgot it existed. Here ya' go, check it out.

  10. 97 - The Golden Era Contactees Part 3- Howard Menger

    We talk about Howard Menger and his extra-terrestrial encounters that he claims he had throughout his entire life. Where were these aliens from? Was it Venus, Mars, or somewhere else in the cosmos? Mr. Menger himself seems to have been unsure as to their origin from time to time.

  11. 96 - The Golden Era Contactees Part 2- George Adamski

    We continue our coverage of the golden era of UFO and alien sightings talking about George Adamski and the tales he told.

  12. 95 - The Golden Era Contactees Part 1- George Adamski

    The earliest American pop-culture era of UFO visitation and it had a somewhat different take on the subject. Before Betty and Barney Hill there was a time that the characters telling tales of alien contact were as interesting as the stories themselves. This time we talked about one early…

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  13. Giving In

    An original track written and recorded by Joe! Enjoy!

  14. 94 - Where on Earth is Joe Pichler?

    In early 2006 child star turned young adult suddenly vanishes. As the investigation carries on little evidence is found. Joe goes the way of Madonna and we bash social media some more. Speaking of, make sure you find us on Twitter @DawnOfManits. :D

  15. 93 - The Sterling Hall Bombing

    In August of 1970 a bomb was detonated in an UW-Madison building injuring three and killing one young researcher. One of the bombers still to this day is on the loose.

  16. 92 - The Legend Of Dogboy

    Mysterious happenings have been reported in a house in a small Arkansas town for years. The house does have a confirmed history of traumatic events that only add to the story. Dies "bad" energy exist and has it taken hold of this property. Plus we pose the question, "when is your earliest…

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  17. Find A Way Home

    Enjoy this original track by Joe!

  18. 91 - Smash And Grab- AstroNut, Cheerleader Mom Assassin, Murder She Stupidly Wrote

    This week we talk about a few interesting stories that Joe ripped from the entrails of the inter-webs. We cover the the fate of a faux Sasquatch, a cheerleader mom hit man plot, a murderer that thinks they are Angela Lansbury, and a case we like to call, "Houston We Have an Astro-Nutt!"

  19. DOM Covers: Turn The Page by Joe

    Joe, by listener request, covers the great Bob Seger hit!

  20. 90 - The Afterlife According To... (Part 2)

    We continue our discussion on how various religions prepare for and explain the afterlife. We talk about the beliefs of the Native Americans, followers of Judaism, Scientology and more. Later we dive down the simulation hypothesis rabbit hole and Ivan attempts to draw a parallel from that to...

  21. 89 - The Afterlife According To... (Part 1)

    What happens after death? Where do you go if anywhere? We discuss how various religions prepare for and explain the afterlife. In this episode we briefly explain those ideas from the early Egyptians to modern religions such as Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, and more. It's not an in depth look yet...

  22. 88 - Accidental Movie Deaths Part 3 - 1983 to present

    This concludes our coverage of accidents resulting in deaths, or in many cases near deaths, of cast and crew. We pick up where we left off last time with the mid 80s on to more recent flicks. That and, as always, more random blathering from Joe and Ivan.

  23. 87- Accidental Movie Deaths Part 2- 1970 To 1983

    We continue our talk about accidents on movie sets. We also talk about the supposed curses around the filming of the movies The Omen and The Exorcist. All that and more. The power of the Mantis compels you to listen to this week's episode. :D Enjoy!

  24. 86- Accidental Movie Deaths Part 1- 1920 To 1970

    This time we look back through the strange history of filmmaking accidental deaths. We talk about the circumstances of these tragedies and their impact of the industry. Sadly actors, extras and even directors at times were in the wrong place at the wrong time and gave their life in pursuance of...

  25. 85- The Lead Masks Case of Brazil

    In the late summer of 1966, Miguel José Viana and Manoel Pereira da Cruz were found dead on the slopes of Vintém Hill in the suburbs of Rio de Janeiro. Curios items were found on them including, perhaps most mysterious, a set of hand crafted lead masks covering their eyes. What happened to these...

  26. 84- The Tale Of The Toxic Lady

    In 1994 Gloria Ramirez is brought into the ER under quite mysterious circumstances. Her skin has an oily sheen, her blood smells of ammonia and she has numerous other anomalies that baffle everyone in the room. The staff begins to feel ill as they tend to her trying to save her life. What was it...

  27. 83- The Murder Of Lowell Badger

    In 2012 Lowell Badger of Sullivan County, Indiana was brutally murdered. We cover the details of the case hoping that someone, somewhere can provide information to bring the evil perpetrators to justice. This is a patron suggested episode. Visit our Patreon for more information. We also take a...

  28. 82 - Herbert Mullin- The Earthquake Killer

    Herbert Mullin killed thirteen people in California in the early 1970s but HE feels he had a good reason. Thankfully he was saving us all from epic natural disasters. We cover the case and explain his logic in this episode.

  29. 81 - The Locust Swarm Of 1875

    The Rocky Mountain Locust wreaked havoc on the western United States in the 1870s. sometimes described as “hell from above”, clouded the skies fiercely devouring the crops, tree leaves, and even fence posts.

  30. 80 - A World Without Sex

    Imagine, if you will, a world without sex. Minus the obvious survival of the human race factor, how would the world be better without the negative repercussions that stem from it? Join us for this thought experiment after a short fun look at numerology.

  31. 79 -Where On Earth Are Glen And Bessie Hyde?

    We talk about the ill-fated Glenn and Bessie Hyde Grand Canyon scow boat expedition in the late 1920's.

  32. 78 - Where On Earth Is Rico Harris

    Former NCAA star Rico Harris mysteriously vanishes in October of 2014 in Yolo County California while traveling long distance. Details of the investigation raise more questions than answers. That case after we "mole" over a silly skit, we make sure All Wings are Considered, and Joe tells a grim...

  33. 77 - Smash And Grab with Cody Templeton

    This week Cody Templeton rejoins us and we discuss strange and mysterious stories. This one went off the rails early, REAL early, and we had a lot of fun. If you are in the mood for an offbeat episode, this one is for you!

  34. 76 - The Texas Bell Tower Shooting (Part 3- In The Crosshairs)

    The final part of our series on the Texas Bell Tower Shooting. This time we talk about the shooting itself. For 96 minutes Whitman unsuspecting people on campus. We detail these in chronological order and discuss how he was finally brought to justice.

  35. 75 - The Texas Bell Tower Shooting (Part 2- The Morning Of)

    On part two we talk about the hours leading up to the shooting. We read letters written by Whitman and also go through the timeline of the morning of the event.

  36. When It's All Over

    Joe, with his daughter on keyboard, wrote and recorded an original tune in our studio. Please enjoy his 80s/indie creation exclusive for DOM fans!

  37. 74 - The Texas Bell Tower Shooting (Part 1: Charles Whitman)

    In 1966, a gunman seized the bell tower at the University of Texas and unleashed a reign of terror. On this episode we talk about the the shooter, his background and everything that may or may not have had to do with his motivations to commit this vile act.

  38. 73 - Preston Tucker And The Car Of The Future (Part 2)

    After we hear from the D3500 guys, Terry and Timothy, we conclude telling the story of Preston Tucker and his ambitious endeavor to produce his futuristic automobile. SEC investigations, over-zealous features additions, and a swing in the court of public opinion all were limiting factors to his...

  39. Special Episode: DOM Comedy Bit Compilation 1

    Check out this compilation of our intro comedy bits. We hope you have as much fun listening to these as we did making them. If you are a straight-laced, staunchly serious individual who scoffs at tomfoolery and gallimaufry, you might want to skip this one. Enjoy!

  40. 72 - Preston Tucker And The Car Of The Future (Part 1)

    After a short REVVED UP bit, we talk about Preston Tucker and his beginnings into the powerplant, aviation, and automotive industry. This ambitious individual wanted to create the CAR OF THE FUTURE but was the present ready for it? Join us for part one of his story and get your Corey Feldman and...

  41. Episode 71.5- DOM Covid Talk

    Joe provides some perspective on Covid-19 on this short, special episode. Stay safe, everyone!

  42. 71- The Villisca Axe Murders

    This week we pull a dark, murder mystery episode out of the vault. In 1912 a family was murdered in a most gruesome fashion and causes chaos in the Iowa town called Villisca. Also check out where/when the TimeTwit is this week!

  43. 70 - The Missing Amazon Adventurers

    During our break we re-visit an episode from the vault that, until now, was previously unavailable. Five separate expeditions into the Amazon end in tragedy as individuals mysteriously vanish. The only thing to link these parties was their guide. Did he have something to do with the…

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  44. 69 - The Fouke Monster

    After a short bit, we pull one of the old episodes out of the vault and talk about the Fouke Monster. This beast spawned the cult classic docudrama, The Legend of Boggy Creek in the early 1970s.

  45. 68 - The Story Of Serial Killer Jack Unterweger

    Austrian Jack Unterweger was, for a time, a poster child for prisoner reform. People were rooting for him upon his release as he became what many felt "a completely changed man" and no longer a danger to society. What could go wrong?

  46. 67 - Who Was Lori Erica Ruff REALLY?

    Lori Ruff was married with a child yet few really knew anything substantial about her. When her husband attempted to learn about her past she recoiled and even did her best to keep her mother and father-in-law away from their own grandchild despite them, according to others close to the family,...

  47. 66 - The Axeman Of New Orleans

    In the late 1910s many in the city of New Orleans were terrified as an axe wielding madman roamed the streets. Who was the infamous Axeman of New Orleans?

  48. 65 - The Phantom Barber Of Pascagoula

    Imagine this... You just woke from a good night's sleep but something suddenly feels strange. You rush to the bathroom mirror and you realize your worse fear is has transpired. One of your lovely, flowing locks of hair has been severed and stolen! This very thing happened to multiple victims in...

  49. 64 - Strongman Cody Templeton

    We talked to Cody Templeton. Cody is an avid weightlifter and strongman competition contender. He talks about his approach to working out, maintaining a healthy mindset, his meal -prepped diet, and life in general. We also talked A.I., simulation theory, and nerd culture.

  50. 63 - The Fascinating Case Of James Gordon Wolcott

    Beloved university professor James Gordon Wolcott had a secret past that was one day uncovered. Next his community had to decide if the system got it right or if he was a cunning manipulator that fooled the professionals that assessed his sanity.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Things Mysterious, Things FantasticDawn of Mantis is a variety podcast that tackles subjects such as true crime, history, disappearances, the paranormal and/or anything mysterious. We research and discuss topics that are interesting to us and hopefully interesting to you the listener. We also write and record some comedy bits and throw them into the mix. We have fun with this podcast so if this sounds like your cup of tea, come on in and give us a listen. WARNING: If it annoys you when people are being themselves having free-flow conversations, throwing out the occasional dad joke, please swipe left and find another podcast.

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