The Weekly Strange

The map of the Neolithic revolution just changed forever. In January 2026, receding waters of the Atatürk Dam in the Adıyaman province of Turkey revealed something archaeologists thought was confined to a small cluster: monumental T-pillars identical to those found at Göbekli Tepe. This discovery proves that the "Pillar Religion" of the Stone Hills (Taş Tepeler) was far more widespread and sophisticated than previously believed. Join Jon for all the news on this exciting discovery! Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You don’t expect to find a legend just miles from a bustling city, but something changed in Jon's suburban Boston back yard last May. We often think of Sasquatch as a creature of the deep Pacific Northwest, but what Jon experienced made him question all of his assumptions about Bigfoot. In this video, Jon breaks down exactly what happened—strange noises, awful smells, and eerie sensations. Was it a black bear passing through, or something else entirely? Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep within the "Terra Firme" of the Amazon Rainforest, where human footprints are rare and ancient ruins are swallowed by the canopy, lives a creature that shouldn't exist. It is known as the Mapinguari - the Brazilian Bigfoot. Witnesses describe a 7-to-9-foot-tall monster with matted red fur, a paralyzing "stench of death," and skin so thick that bullets bounce off it like pebbles. Is this a mere indigenous legend, or are we looking at a living prehistoric survivor? Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We often think of Bigfoot as a creature of the deep, untouched wilderness of the Pacific Northwest or the vast North Woods of Maine. But what if the world's most elusive apex predator is living right on the edge of the Boston skyline? In this episode, Jon explores the "Urban Fringe" theory. He looks at the green corridors that lead directly into the heart of the Greater Boston area—from the rugged terrain of the Blue Hills Reservation to the dense, rocky thickets of the Middlesex Fells. These aren't just parks; they are part of an "Emerald Necklace" of connected wetlands and forests that allow a large creature to move unseen within miles of Fenway Park. Boston may be a concrete jungle, but the shadows on its edges are deeper than you think. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

September 19, 1961, changed the landscape of the paranormal forever. While driving through the dark mountain passes of Franconia Notch, New Hampshire, Betty and Barney Hill encountered a craft that would result in the world's most famous "missing time" event. But was it just a story? Or is there something more to it? Jon looks at the events that took place and also into the often-overlooked corroboration from the 764th Radar Squadron at East Mountain Radar Station in Vermont, where an anomalous object was tracked the very night the Hills were taken. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, the Hill case remains the "Gold Standard" of ufology because of the physical and technical evidence that refuses to go away. Join us as we revisit that lonely road in the White Mountains. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep in the forests of the Northeast, something ancient and aggressive is being seen. It isn't a bear, and it definitely isn't a werewolf. In this video, Jon investigates the terrifying reality of the New England Dogman. From the high-stakes 2021 encounter in Methuen, Massachusetts, to chilling recent reports from the White Mountains of New Hampshire in late 2024 and Maine in 2025, Jon tracks this bipedal predator across all six states. If you’ve ever felt like you were being stalked in the New England woods, this video might explain why Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it possible for a 8-foot-tall apex predator to cross one of the most guarded waterways in America? Cape Cod, Massachusetts, is famous for its beaches, but for cryptid researchers, the real story lies in the dense pine barrens and the restricted acreage of Joint Base Cape Cod. In this video, Jon tackles the "Canal Problem," and explores the polarizing theories of how a Sasquatch could possibly reach the peninsula—from swimming the treacherous, high-velocity currents of the Cape Cod Canal to making a high-stakes midnight dash across the Railroad Bridge. Jon focuses on the sightings that shouldn't exist—but do. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Sasquatch hiding in the Bay State? While many associate Bigfoot with the Pacific Northwest, Massachusetts has a dense history of sightings that suggest a sophisticated, seasonal migration pattern. In this deep-dive documentary, Jon explores the three primary "Hidden Highways" used by these elusive beings: the Berkshire-Taconic Corridor, the mysterious "Monsterland" of Central MA, and the high-strangeness of the Bridgewater Triangle. Whether you're a seasoned researcher or a skeptic, the data reveals a fascinating pattern of movement across one of America's most densely populated states. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is perhaps the most persistent urban legend in history. You’re driving down a lonely highway at night, you pick up a quiet passenger in distress, and minutes later, they simply vanish from your moving vehicle. From Resurrection Mary on Chicago’s Archer Avenue to the tragic "Bride-to-be" of Blue Bell Hill in Kent, the Phantom Hitchhiker is a global phenomenon that has haunted our roads for generations. Jon explores the factual folklore and regional case studies that define this spectral commuter. Is this legend a collective psychological response to the dangers of the road, or are these highways truly conduits for restless spirits? Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it a machine, a biological entity, or a glitch in our sensors? The Jellyfish UAP has become one of the most baffling categories of unidentified phenomena ever recorded by the US military. From the leaked 2018 footage over a joint operations base in Iraq to the brand-new sightings, Jon takes a deep dive into an object that defies every known law of aerodynamics. With recent Congressional hearings bringing "Age of Disclosure" topics to the forefront, the Jellyfish remains the smoking gun for many UAP researchers. Join Jon as he explores the chilling possibility that these "organic" crafts represent a technology far beyond human capability. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a clear, sunny day in November 2025, seasoned semi-truck driver Wayne Yarian saw a 7-foot, dark brown, muscular bipedal creature walking across a field near Garden Valley, Texas. This was not a fleeting glimpse—the witness observed the creature for 5-10 seconds in full daylight at a distance of only 200 feet. Join Jon as he breaks down all the critical details of this amazing sighting - and examines the possibility that the dash cam footage might eventually reveal something amazing. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dybbuk Box is famous as the source of strokes, nightmares, and financial ruin—a small, antique wine cabinet containing a malevolent Jewish possessing spirit. Its story has inspired a major horror film and now resides in a highly protected exhibit at a haunted museum. This video dives deep into the box's original eBay auction and the terrifying claims of its first owners, detailing the contents and the alleged curse that followed. Jon then dissects the true nature of the Dybbuk spirit in traditional Jewish folklore, revealing the fundamental contradiction at the heart of the legend. Finally, Jon reveals the truth about the story behind The Dybbuk Box and how it is a powerful lesson in how something unknown can become an unstoppable paranormal sensation. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Around 1200 BCE, an unprecedented catastrophe struck the ancient world, bringing down nearly every major civilization from Greece to Mesopotamia. This event, known as the Bronze Age Collapse, was fueled by an enigmatic and terrifying maritime force: The Sea People. Using primary sources from Ancient Egyptian records—specifically the temple of Ramesses III at Medinet Habu—Jon tracks the origins and devastating path of this coalition of raiders and migrants. We analyze the different groups (Peleset, Sherden, Denyen) and explore the complex archaeological evidence suggesting they were not the only cause of the collapse, but the final, fatal blow. Discover the "perfect storm" of events that made the empires so vulnerable. Join Jon as he unravels one of history's greatest military and population migration mysteries, and learn how the Sea People paved the way for the world of the Iron Age. Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Barmanou is perhaps the most compelling and terrifying human-like cryptid you’ve never heard of. Forget the giant Yeti; meet the Wild Man of the Hindu Kush—a stocky, muscular creature that some researchers believe is a surviving relic hominid, perhaps a form of Neanderthal. Jon goes deep into the treacherous mountains of Northern Pakistan to uncover the chilling story of the Barmanou. Drawing on extensive local news reports and the meticulous, decades-long research of Spanish zoologist Jordi Magraner, this video explores the most detailed accounts of this elusive creature. ⚠️ No confirmed photo or video evidence of the Barmanou exists. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the details of the highly corroborated Tehran UFO Incident of September 19, 1976, one of the most compelling military-UAP confrontations in history, verified by a declassified U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) report. Jon analyzes the events of that night, starting with the initial civilian and air traffic control reports of an intensely bright, shape-shifting object over the capital. Followed by the scrambling of two advanced Imperial Iranian Air Force F-4 Phantom II jets and the immediate, profound consequences. The second encounter culminated with the main UAP deploying a smaller, aggressive secondary object that pursued the F-4 before vanishing. This is a factual, technical analysis of a documented case where advanced military hardware was decisively neutralized by an unknown aerial phenomenon. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Journey to southeastern Turkey and explore Göbekli Tepe, the world’s oldest known temple, a monumental site dating back to 9600 BCE—predating Stonehenge by six millennia and the Egyptian pyramids by seven. Built by hunter-gatherers during the Pre-Pottery Neolithic period, Göbekli Tepe fundamentally challenges the long-held belief that agriculture and settled life had to precede complex social organization and monumental architecture. Jon examines the massive, intricately carved 16-ton T-shaped pillars, the engineering feat required to move them with only stone tools, and the mysterious iconography of wild animals and stylized human figures. And he explores the revolutionary hypothesis that the need for communal ritual and shared belief—not agricultural surplus—was the primary catalyst that drove humanity to settle down, leading directly to the birth of civilization itself. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the details of one of the most compelling and high-credibility Bigfoot reports of this season: the daylight sighting on I-80 in Centre County, Pennsylvania, in early October 2025. Jon breaks down the testimony of the eyewitness, a retired civil engineer, Air Force veteran, and lifelong hunter, whose credibility makes misidentification virtually impossible. The most critical part of the report is the creature's movement, described not as a human sprint but as an impossible, smooth "glide or sliding motion" that effortlessly carried it over the median guardrail. This meticulous, broad daylight observation of a physics-defying gait is a key data point for Sasquatch researchers, proving that this phenomenon is active, elusive, and operating in some of the most visible corridors of the American wilderness. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Step back to January 1996, when the quiet city of Varginha, Brazil, became the site of one of the most explosive and chilling UAP incidents in modern history. Often called the "Brazilian Roswell," this case involves multiple consistent witnesses—including teenage girls, military firemen, and hospital staff—who reported seeing, capturing, and handling a non-human entity following a confirmed UAP crash. Jon analyzes the subsequent, rapid military cleanup operation, the alleged transportation of two entities to local hospitals, and the shocking, suspicious death of Sergeant Marco Eli Cherese, the soldier allegedly involved in the creature's direct capture. Despite the Brazilian military's persistent denial, the consistent testimony of high-level sources strongly suggests a complex cover-up of an extraterrestrial recovery. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the terrifying truth of the Bridgewater Triangle, a 200 square-mile vortex of paranormal activity in southeastern Massachusetts that has baffled researchers for centuries. This episode covers the geographic boundaries and the bloody history of King Philip's War and the Wampanoag people, whose ancient warnings about the Hockomock Swamp ("place where spirits dwell") ring true to this day. Jon explores the two primary cryptids: the small, intensely malevolent Pukwudgie—responsible for luring and pushing victims to their doom—and the towering Bigfoot, supported by recent reports of aggressive wood knocking and musky odors. Jon also analyzes the area's status as a global hotspot for UAPs (UFOs), detailing historical incidents, the Abington Incident, and recent sightings of silent black triangles and pulsing red orbs. Finally, Jon examines the chilling phenomena from the Freetown-Fall River State Forest, including claims of Satanic rituals, phantom black helicopters, and unexplained animal mutilations, proving that the mysteries of this cursed New England landscape are current, active, and deeply dangerous. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After its discovery in 2017, the long lost city of Peñico, a 3,800-year-old city belonging to the ancient Caral civilization—the oldest urban society in the Americas, is finally unveiled This major archaeological announcement from 2025 is rewriting the history of human development. Jon explores why Peñico is dubbed "The City of Social Integration," featuring monumental architecture, pyramids, and plazas, yet containing absolutely no evidence of warfare, weapons, or fortifications. Discovered on a strategic terrace in the Supe Valley, Peñico served as a crucial hub of trade, connecting the Andes, the Pacific coast, and the Amazon rainforest through economic cooperation and consensus, not conquest. Learn how this peaceful society survived a massive global climate crisis—the 4.2 kiloyear event—by investing in sophisticated seismic-resistant engineering, musical ritual (evidenced by the pututus), and diplomacy rather than military might. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the terrifying true story of Anneliese Michel, the young German woman whose 1970s ordeal became the chilling, documented basis for the film The Exorcism of Emily Rose. Over ten grueling months, Anneliese endured a shocking 67 exorcism rites performed by two priests, Fathers Alt and Renz. The most visceral evidence came from the 42 audio tapes recorded during these sessions, which captured guttural, non-human voices claiming to be entities like Lucifer, Cain, and Judas Iscariot. Jon analyzes the specific, terrifying sample exchanges heard on the tapes and track Anneliese's catastrophic physical decline, which led to her death at age 23 from malnutrition and dehydration. This is a sober, factual look at a case that remains a solemn warning about the true cost of alleged possession. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In October 2025 English Heritage, the organization preserving England's most historic sites, released a collection of paranormal reports, including a chilling incident documented at the nearly 1,000-year-old Chester Castle. Jon delves into the report of a mysterious, indistinct figure—described as "faceless"—walking precisely where the castle's medieval gatehouse once stood. This is the only known footage of the mysterious entity that terrified the investigating security guard and, notably, caused his large, trained dog to cower and refuse to leave the vehicle. This incident, combined with numerous other unexplained sightings from Bolsover Castle and Belsay Hall, raises some fascinating questions. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive deep beneath the sands of Egypt's Giza Plateau to uncover a profound mystery that could rewrite the history of ancient civilization. Jon explores the fascinating claims surrounding the rediscovery of three highly engineered vertical shafts positioned in alignment with the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, suggesting that the Giza monuments are merely the surface entrance to a vast, deliberately planned underground world. Learn about the cosmic blueprint theory, which proposes that the shafts and the pyramids mirror the stars of Orion's Belt, and consider the potential purpose of this complex, whether it was for ritual, water management, or storing sacred artifacts. This is the evidence for the Giza Underworld, a lost city waiting to be explored. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Step into the ancient, whispering woods of New England as we unmask one of the most unique and malevolent creatures in Native American folklore: the Pukwudgie. Rooted in the oral traditions of the Wampanoag Nation, these 2-to-4-foot tall "little wild men" are far from harmless sprites—they are powerful tricksters and dangerous spirits. Jon explores their terrifying origins, including the story of the giant Maushop and their banishment, which fuels their intense hatred for humanity. Discover their supernatural abilities, such as shapeshifting, mind control, and their power to lure victims to their doom with phantom lights and whispers. Learn why the infamous Bridgewater Triangle in Massachusetts, and particularly the foreboding Hockomock Swamp, is considered the primary hotspot for Pukwudgie encounters, and hear about the eerie modern sightings that keep this chilling legend alive. Watch your step—because in these woods, you might be dealing with an unseen enemy. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, Jon looks at the terrifying mystery of the Virginia Devil Monkey, a cryptid that has haunted the mountains of Virginia and West Virginia since the 1960s and even earlier than that. This isn't just a misidentified bear; it's a terrifying fusion of an ape-like/canid predator that is aggressive, fast, and unsettlingly intelligent. The Appalachian mountains hold dark secrets, and this terrifying creature is proof. Watch now and prepare to look twice at the shadows in the woods, because you never know what might be lurking within. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you wake up utterly exhausted, feeling a crushing weight on your chest? 💀 In the silent Lowcountry nights of South Carolina and Georgia, locals whisper of the Boo Hag—a horrific, skinless entity that preys on the sleeping. This is more than just a spooky story; it's a deep dive into the spiritual warfare and cultural resilience of the Gullah Geechee people. We confront this unique vampire-witch that must shed its human skin to hunt, exploring its terrifying method of "riding" its victims—a chilling cultural explanation for sleep paralysis. Learn the powerful folk magic used to fight back, from the use of counting objects to the protective power of Haint Blue paint. The sun is its only weakness, and you're its easy meal. Watch now to learn how to keep the Hag from riding you! Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, we dive into the chilling story of the Amomongo, the terrifying cryptid known as the "Philippines Bigfoot" or "Philippine Gorilla." This creature isn't a shy, gentle giant; it's a documented threat with a gruesome preference for livestock entrails and a record of attacking people. Journey with me to the remote region of La Castellana at the base of the active Mount Kanlaon on Negros Island. I'll explore the creature's lore, its shocking description (a hairy white ape with long, sharp nails), and the intense fear it brought to the local community - especially when in 2008 it attacked two villagers Salvador Aguilar and Elias Galvez, who were left with serious scratches and injuries after direct confrontations with the creature. This is the incident that turned a local legend into a global cryptozoology mystery, prompting an official response from the town's mayor. What is the Amomongo? An undiscovered primate, a feral ape, or something much darker lurking in the Filipino jungle? Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1892, in the quiet, rural town of Exeter, Rhode Island, the Brown family was systematically decimated by tuberculosis. But the community didn't blame a germ; they blamed the undead. This episode dives into the true story of Mercy Lena Brown, the 19-year-old woman who became the unwilling subject of America's last documented "vampire cure" ritual. Jon looks at the historical facts, the devastating medical reality of consumption in the 19th century, and the desperate folk beliefs that drove a father to exhume his daughter. This is not a ghost story, but a profound and heartbreaking look at the intersection of ignorance, mass hysteria, and disease in American history. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the chilling history and folklore of lycanthropy across the United Kingdom! From the shadowy woods of England to the rugged landscapes of Wales, the UK is steeped in terrifying tales of humans who transform into savage beasts. We explore the most compelling and eerie stories, including the infamous legend of the Cannock Chase werewolf, the sinister Windsor werewolf, and historical accounts that blurred the line between cryptid and the supernatural. Is there any truth to these terrifying myths, or are they simply warnings spun in the dark? Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In September 2025, a startling event took place just outside Rome: the 15th International Gathering of the International Association of Exorcists (IAE). This is the factual, institutional reality behind the horror movie trope. I'll break down why 300 Catholic priests from around the world convened to discuss the 'delicate and necessary ministry' of exorcism. I reveal the Church’s rigorous diagnostic process for possession, the chilling criteria used to identify genuine cases, and the documented global surge—particularly in places like Italy—that necessitates these conferences. I also look at the direct, official endorsement from Pope Leo XIV. This is the 21st-century battle against spiritual evil, sanctioned by the Vatican, and it is far more real than you think. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Step inside a house where history and the supernatural collide. The S.K. Pierce Victorian Mansion in Gardner, Massachusetts, isn't just a stunning historical landmark; it's a terrifying haunt with a dark past. Built in the 1870s by a wealthy chair manufacturer, this grand home became a hotbed for tragedy, including suspicious deaths, a shocking murder, and a case of alleged spontaneous human combustion. In this video, I'll uncover the chilling history behind the mansion's notorious reputation. From the spirits of its original family to the tormented souls of its victims, I'll detail the intense paranormal activity reported by countless visitors and investigators. With reports of physical attacks, disembodied voices, and poltergeist activity, this house truly lives up to its name as one of the most haunted places in the U.S. I also explore the recent news of the mansion's $1 million sale and what it means for the future of this terrifying landmark. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In July of 2025, a remote corner of East Carbon, Utah, became the latest site of one of the world's most enduring and bizarre mysteries. A rancher discovered his prize bull mutilated in a way that defies conventional explanation. The bull's reproductive organs were removed with surgical precision, with no blood, no tracks, and no sign of a struggle. This wasn't the work of predators or scavengers; according to the Utah Department of Agriculture, it was a genuine cattle mutilation. In this video, I'll get into the specific details of this baffling case. We explore the evidence, the theories from law enforcement and paranormal investigators, and why this Utah incident is more than just a one-off event. It's the latest chapter in a decades-long phenomenon of unexplained livestock deaths across the country and beyond From conventional explanations and ritualistic theories to the more sensational claims of government involvement and extraterrestrial activity, I'll break down every angle of this modern mystery. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a remarkable discovery at the ancient necropolis of Saqqara, archaeologists have unearthed the 4,100-year-old tomb of a man who was both a royal physician and a "Magician of the Goddess Serket." This is the story of Tetinebefou, a high-ranking official who served under King Pepi II and whose life embodied the fascinating fusion of science, medicine, and spiritual healing in the Old Kingdom. This video takes you inside the tomb's intricate walls, where vibrant carvings and inscriptions reveal Tetinebefou's diverse roles as Chief Palace Physician, Chief Dentist, and a revered magician. I explore what his tomb teaches us about ancient Egyptian medical practices, the vital role of magic in their daily lives, and the social status of professionals who could wield both a scalpel and a spell. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Archaeologists in Kazakhstan have located a sprawling complex of 150 ancient burial mounds- kurgans. Dating back to the Early Iron Age, these monuments are unlike any found before, showcasing unique shapes and a massive, moat-encircled "king's mound" that hints at a powerful, unknown civilization. Join me as we break it all down! Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A team of archaeologists in the country of Georgia has unearthed a 1.8-million-year-old human jawbone at the Orozmani excavation site. This monumental discovery is believed to be the earliest evidence yet of our ancestor Homo erectus in Eurasia, a finding that could fundamentally change our understanding of the "Out of Africa" migration. I'll explore the implications for the timeline of human migration and what this jawbone tells us about the lives of the first hominins to colonize a new continent. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is this the evidence we've been waiting for? A trail camera set up on a secluded family farm in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, captured an image just 9 days ago that is baffling even to skeptics. The camera wasn't there to try to catch Sasquatch, but it happened to click at just the right moment and what it captured is pretty compelling. Join me as we delve into the details of this case, which is just starting to create waves in the Bigfoot community! Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For decades, the Chupacabra has been a legend - a strange cryptid preying on livestock. But now, recent reports from a ranch in Tintina, Argentina, have brought the terrifying phenomenon back into the spotlight. Is the "goat-sucker" truly responsible for a recent string of mysterious livestock deaths? In this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE Jon looks at the chupacabra from its inception in 1995 to the most recent sightings on a small ranch in Argentina, and ask: is it real? Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beyond the myths of warriors and druids, the ancient Celts had a far spookier side. Join me as we uncover the true history of this enigmatic civilization, exploring their sophisticated culture and their deeply ingrained paranormal beliefs. In this video, I dive into the chilling archaeological evidence of their practices, from human sacrifices to ritualistic burials. I'll explore their beliefs in a living, breathing landscape filled with spirits and powerful, often malevolent, fae folk. This is a journey into a world where the veil between the living and the dead was thin, and the lines between magic and reality were blurred. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the quiet town of Medfield, Massachusetts, a sprawling, abandoned campus tells a forgotten story. Join me as we explore the Medfield State Hospital, a place built on a revolutionary vision of "moral treatment" that ultimately became a tragic monument to a changing world. In this video, I dive into the fascinating history of this former asylum, from its pioneering design in the late 1800s to its eventual closure in 2003. I'll uncover how it went from a self-sufficient community of healing to an overcrowded institution struggling to survive. But the story doesn't end there. We also delve into the chilling paranormal legends that have made Medfield State Hospital a hotspot for ghost hunters. I'll explore the infamous "Weeping Woman" and the unsettling whispers reported in the old infirmary. This is Part 1 of a special 2-part series on MSH... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did a man really find the body of a Bigfoot? The world was on the edge of its seat in August 2025 when a supposed cryptozoologist named Charles "Snake" Stewart claimed he would display a complete Bigfoot corpse at the New York State Fair. This is the full story of the Dack hoax, a bizarre and cynical attempt to profit from one of the world's greatest mysteries. We'll reveal the shocking identity of the man behind the scam, the glaring flaws in his "evidence," and how a simple tattoo helped to expose the lie. From the Minnesota Iceman to Rick Dyer's hoax, we'll explore the history of Bigfoot cons and the psychology that makes people fall for them on this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the frozen woods of North America, an ancient evil from the folklore of the Wabanaki people haunts the landscape. It is the Chenoo, a monster born of a heart of ice and an insatiable hunger. This is the full story of the Chenoo, a creature often compared to the Wendigo but with a crucial difference. Only on this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For over 300 years, a driverless coach pulled by headless horses has haunted Ellingham Drove in Hampshire, England. This chilling ghost story is rooted in a real and tragic historical injustice. Lady Alice Lisle, a compassionate woman unjustly executed during the Bloody Assizes in 1685 in England and still haunts numerous locations to this day. She's been seen recently as several weeks ago and Jon dives into the story of her life and execution, as well as the aftermath in this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On July 30, 2025, a daylight Bigfoot sighting in Macon County, North Carolina, stopped traffic on a busy highway. This terrifying, eyewitness report is the latest in a long history of encounters in the Appalachian Mountains.In this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE, Jon recounts what two witnesses saw on Highway 64. We'll explore the details of the creature's appearance, its speed, and the sheer disbelief of those who saw it. But this isn't just one story; we'll also connect this recent sighting to a decades-long pattern of reports, from strange vocalizations and wood knocks to past sightings on the very same road. We'll investigate why the Nantahala National Forest is a perfect habitat for a hidden species and examine the historical folklore of the region.Was this July 2025 sighting a genuine encounter, or a case of mass misidentification? Watch and see! Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #bigfoot #paranormalpodcast #paranormal #sasquatch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is a sunken city off the coast of Cuba, actually the site of the legendary Atlantis? Did a team of marine engineers stumble upon the most significant archaeological find of the 21st century? In 2001, a discovery off the coast of Cuba sent shockwaves through the scientific community: a massive underwater city with pyramids, roads, and a clear, geometric layout. Jon is back with candidate for the resting place of Atlantis - join him as he examines the sonar data, the claims of the discovery team, the compelling geological counter-arguments, and why this story has mysteriously vanished from the public eye for decades—until now. Join me as we explore the political climate that may have stalled research, the legends it connects to, and the recent viral resurgence of this incredible mystery. Is this simply a natural formation, or is it a lost civilization that will force us to rewrite history? Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Harvard Scientist Warning: Is a Hostile Alien Probe Heading for Earth? Is humanity on the brink of first contact? A groundbreaking paper by acclaimed Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb claims a mysterious interstellar object, the comet 3I/ATLAS, is not a natural phenomenon but a "reconnaissance probe" from an advanced alien civilization. Its bizarre, deliberate trajectory defies all known physics and has set the scientific community ablaze. In this deep-dive, we break down the evidence for Loeb’s controversial theory, from the comet’s improbable planetary flybys to the idea of a potential solar sail propulsion system. But what would this mean for us? We revisit the chilling warnings of the late Stephen Hawking and explore the terrifying Dark Forest Hypothesis, which suggests that making ourselves known to the cosmos could be a fatal mistake. We'll also examine the real-world implications, including the urgent call for a space probe interception mission and the political hurdles standing in the way. With a new wave of government transparency surrounding UAPs and the Pentagon’s own investigations, the conversation about alien life is no longer a fringe conspiracy—it’s a mainstream scientific debate with massive consequences. Don’t miss this comprehensive look at the most significant UFO theory of 2025. Could this be our first glimpse of a hostile alien threat? Watch to find out why some of the world's top scientists believe the answer is a terrifying "yes." Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #UFO #Alien #AviLoeb #StephenHawking #UAP #AlienProbe #Space #Science #Conspiracy #Physics #FermiParadox #UFOsighting #NASA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jon heads to the Manistee National Forest in Michigan to revisit the Dogman phenomenon and how "Dogman Tourism" is leading to an economic surge in the area, stemming from a chilling 2017 Dogman encounter on this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel with special perks! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More!https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagramhttps://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you grow up wondering about the existence of magical books and grimoires with spells, rituals, incantations, and more? Jon looks at a bunch of them on this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel with special perks! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More!https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagramhttps://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Archaeologists have discovered the remains of a sophisticated mystery people who hunted caribou on the land that would become Lake Huron roughly 9,000 years ago. Who were they? And what is their connection to early trading networks and people from thousands of miles away? Jon delves into the science behind the mystery on this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel with special perks! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/joinBuy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More!https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NUWatch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=sharedFollow Us on Instagramhttps://instagram.com/jfmthepulseWatch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCeListen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwCListen on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475#strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Twin brothers claim to have taken a picture of a werewolf during a hike in June of 2025 in the Danes Dyke region of the United Kingdom. Is this part of a disturbing trend of lycanthrope sightings? Jon dives into all of the details on this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE! Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel with special perks! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Black Eyed Kids...urban legend or rooted in history? They show up, desperate to be invited into your car or your home or anyone else you happen to be. But to what end? And where did they come from. Host Jon F. Merz has all the details on this strange phenomenon...on this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE! Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #podcast #paranormalpodcast #paranormal #paranormalstories Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices