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Heard of this one? It doesn't get much press. Is that because it's another hoax, or is someting else going on? Mike and John take a look at this mysterious metal orb.Scientists discover mysterious sphere in Colombia, sparking UFO speculationThe Buga Sphere: A Crude Scam Exposed - Making Sense of the InfiniteThe Buga Sphere is a Poorly Crafted Fake – Confirmed SourceTop UFO scientist gives verdict on ‘alien sphere’ covered in mysterious writing that ‘landed in Colombia’Thieves 'dressed as police' attempt to steal Buga sphere from vault | Unexplained MysteriesMore footage emerges of alleged 'alien' spheres near Buga, Colombia | Unexplained MysteriesWatch: Odd Metallic Orb Filmed Over Colombian Village | Coast to Coast AMVideo: Alien Orb Recovered in Colombia? | Coast to Coast AMhttps://blog.sciandnature.com/2025/11/bob-lazar-just-released-huge-update-on.htmlUniversity of Georgia Confirms: Buga Sphere Dates Back 12,560 Years - PRISM MarketViewThe Ball From Nowhere: The Buga Sphere Is Back in Headlines, But Evidence Isn'tFootage of bizarre metallic UFO shown by Pentagon officials at historic hearing | Live ScienceVideo shows UAP surviving missile hitBall lightning - WikipediaWill-o'-the-wisp - WikipediaH. Keith Melton - WikipediaNot to be confused with the Betz Sphere:The Betz Sphere – Alien Artifact Or Ancient Doomsday Device? - UFO InsightVideo:The Buga Sphere | Everything We Know About This YouTube and TikTok Mysteryhttps://youtu.be/LN22jK34usA?si=4W1atvTki0UQa6pWhttps://youtu.be/UFKWtHO-nMI?si=7by-x-0dL1MISRi6https://youtu.be/A_N3kDKXRA8?si=I-qDwv4DbfcU52Echttps://youtu.be/zwXjaxXlTnk?si=4mU1S36aHbuknQaOCongress UFO Public Hearing: May 17, 2022*unknown sphere ufo footage

The guys choose prayer, a light and airy topic to focus on this week and discover there is more to this spiritual practice than meets the eye.Notes:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kumbayahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_CookA Bridge Too Far - Movie Cliphttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwjHsLvRpK0https://imagicworldview.blogspot.com/2016/02/the-prayer-technique-edited-out-of-john.htmlhttps://research.miu.edu/maharishi-effect/reduced-violent-crime-in-washington-dchttps://scitechdaily.com/groundbreaking-study-affirms-quantum-basis-for-consciousness-a-paradigm-shift-in-understanding-human-nature/https://davidmyers.org/psychology-faith/prayer-experimentshttps://www.templetonworldcharity.org/blog/toward-evidence-based-spiritual-therapeutics-early-insights-from-a-scientific-study-of-hesychastic-prayer-the-jesus-prayer

We continue our discussion with our favorite Ninja, Joe Offutt from Tristar Martial Arts of Mount Airy Maryland.Show Notes:An overview of Ninjutsu from the History Channel’s Human Weapon series:Human Weapon - NinjutsuThe Godan or Sakki Test demonstrated:Masaaki Hatsumi Sakki Test Godan TestBujinkan Sakki TestMark Roemke explains the Godan Test:Ninja Godan Test (5th Degree Black Belt) Ninja Grandmaster Masaaki Hatsumi SenseiMark Roemke’s YouTube channel, featuring many videos taken at Tristar Mt. Airy, MD:Return Of The Hidden Ancient Skills Of The NinjaTristar Mt. Airy seminar; Mark Roemke demonstrates a basic throw, then shows a counter.  The partner for the counter-throw is Joe Offutt:Ganseki Nage Counter TechniqueMartial Arts School Near Me in Mount Airy | Tristar Martial Arts AcademyKacem Zoughari, PhD in Japanese history & studies, explains ninjutsu techniques in various contexts, including pop culture depictions:This Ninja Master Destroyed My EGO FastReal Ninjutsu Is TERRIFYINGContext matters:https://youtu.be/hI8WEz8YrBY?si=ZSdrArOViSwv4CYX

We interview Joe Offutt. Although he won't call himself one, we like to call him a ninja -- and a proper one at that. Joe shares his experience with Ninja Powers. Join us for a fascinating discussion!An overview of Ninjutsu from the History Channel’s Human Weapon series:Human Weapon - NinjutsuThe Godan or Sakki Test demonstrated:Masaaki Hatsumi Sakki Test Godan TestBujinkan Sakki TestMark Roemke explains the Godan Test:Ninja Godan Test (5th Degree Black Belt) Ninja Grandmaster Masaaki Hatsumi SenseiMark Roemke’s YouTube channel, featuring many videos taken at Tristar Mt. Airy, MD:Return Of The Hidden Ancient Skills Of The NinjaTristar Mt. Airy seminar; Mark Roemke demonstrates a basic throw, then shows a counter.  The partner for the counter-throw is Joe Offutt:Ganseki Nage Counter TechniqueMartial Arts School Near Me in Mount Airy | Tristar Martial Arts AcademyKacem Zoughari, PhD in Japanese history & studies, explains ninjutsu techniques in various contexts, including pop culture depictions:This Ninja Master Destroyed My EGO FastReal Ninjutsu Is TERRIFYINGContext matters:https://youtu.be/hI8WEz8YrBY?si=ZSdrArOViSwv4CYX

Nearly in our backyard! This UFO story was a request from listener "William". This story has SO many themes - and we cover as many as we can.UFO Report Project Blue Book Archive: The Project Blue Book ArchiveThe Loch Raven UFO History: Loch Raven Reservoir - Zesty Things"Out There": Alien Invasions and Unexplained UFO Sightings in Maryland | WYPRThe Loch Raven Reservoir UFO — Astonishing LegendsBing VideosLOCH RAVEN UFO | Hunt Valley LifeThe Loch Raven Dam Incident | UFO Case Studies | Stronghold Nationhttps://ufocasebook.com/1958lockravendam.htmlThe “Forgotten” UFO Incidents Of The Loch Raven Dam - UFO InsightUFO Interference With Vehicles and Self-Starting Engines, McCampbell1952: The UFO That Fell in Maryland — Did the Air Force Recover Alien Debris in 1952? - Weird DarknessLoch Raven:Loch Raven Reservoir - WikipediaLoch Raven Reservoir Cooperative Wildlife Management AreaLoch Raven Reservoir Maryland's Hidden Gem

We continue debating this mixed up, repurposed, but potentially paradigm shifting site in Southern New Hampshire. Take a look at some visual we provided so you can make up your own mind.Episode ResourcesITUpodcast.com

A mysterious archaeological site in New Hampshire has perplexed owners and visitors for years! Could it hold evidence that seafaring cultures from the Mediterranean visited North America as early as 2000BC? Listen and find out!Resources:https://www.stonehengeusa.com/https://web.archive.org/web/20251229222809/http://www.stonehengeusa.com/index.htmlhttps://www.mysteryhillnh.info/https://nativeamericannetroots.net/diary/630https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culdeeshttps://www.ancient-origins.net/news-history-archaeology/carthaginian-infanticide-not-just-roman-propaganda-001253https://faculty.ucr.edu/~legneref/bronze/bronze.htmhttps://stonestructuresofantiquity.wordpress.com/2022/05/01/new-york-stone-chambers/Visit:ITUpodcast.com

The Catoctin Mountains keep on giving as we return to Western Maryland for an episode chock full of ... everything!https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Braddockhttps://www.britannica.com/biography/Edward-Braddockhttps://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/edward-braddockhttps://www.battlefields.org/learn/biographies/edward-braddockhttps://www.nps.gov/articles/braddock-campaign.htmhttp://www.mountaindiscoveries.com/images/ss2018/stories/17%20Gen%20Braddock.pdf#:~:text=While%20stories%20surrounding%20the%20legend%E2%80%99s%20origins%20are%20dificult,went%20missing%20during%20or%20soon%20after%20the%20battle.https://archive.triblive.com/news/experts-dismiss-idea-that-british-army-payroll-was-buried-in-circleville/https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=general+edward+braddock+gold&mid=42862BCBE9B0B1437C6442862BCBE9B0B1437C64&FORM=VIREhttps://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=general+edward+braddock+gold&mid=EAA0D65373D49093C27FEAA0D65373D49093C27F&FORM=VIREhttps://fairfaxhistoricalsociety.org/uncategorized/buried-gold/https://frontierpartisans.com/36724/braddocks-gold/https://www.ghosthuntingtheories.com/2010/02/braddocks-gold-unsolved-mystery.htmlhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/local/gen-braddock-may-be-long-dead-but-stories-of-his-exploits--and-his-treasure--live-on/2014/03/08/8a70f4b6-a3c1-11e3-84d4-e59b1709222c_story.htmlhttps://timetravel21.blogspot.com/2013/02/the-legend-of-general-braddocks-lost.htmlExperts dismiss idea that British army payroll was buried in Circleville | TribLIVE.com17 Gen Braddock.pdf

Come aboard for History, Ghosts, and tales of highly illegal governmental acquisition practices. Yup, John is telling this story. Seriously, this ghost ship has an interesting story and is docked in the Baltimore harbor, waiting for visitors.Resources and Notes: USS Constellation (1854) - WikipediaHistoric Ships in Baltimore | USS ConstellationThomas Truxtun - WikipediaUSS Constellation vs La Vengeance - WikipediaBoard the USS Constellation (U.S. National Park Service)The Haunted USS Constellation - Tour Baltimore GhostsTeam Splits Up to Explore the U.S.S. Constellation | The Holzer Files | Travel Channel Darkness Radio presents Holzer's Ghosts -The Phantom Crew: Ghosts of the USS ConstellationUSS Constellation – Haunted Warship in Baltimore, MarylandUSS Constellation | Haunted Places | Baltimore, MD 21202True Hauntings of America: The Haunting of the USS ConstellationShips:Historic Ships in Baltimore | HomeS.S. JOHN W. BROWNMisc.African Slave Trade Patrol - WikipediaShip of Theseus - WikipediaFebruary 11, 2026: USS Truxton collides with USNS Supply: https://youtube.com/shorts/DESzuDG6qi0?si=FjP8rZPmzohi94Z0ITUpodcast.com

It's an OOPART. It's old. And - Eimai enthousiasmenos!Join us for a discussion about this strange and amazing object from our ancient past.Mask of AgamemnonITUpodcast.com

What are they hiding? Seriously. You can't name a town "Dudley" and not expect some questions. On top of that, its another contender for most haunted place in the U.S. Join us for this wild tale!Resources:Dudleytown, Connecticut - WikipediaThe Dudleytown Curse, Connecticut's Village of the Damned - New England Historical SocietyDudleytown – Damned ConnecticutDudleytown, Connecticut Ghost Town - United States Ghost TownsDiscover the Haunting Legends of Dudleytown, ConnecticutInvestigating The Mysterious History Of Dudleytown, ConnecticutInvestigating The Mysterious History Of Dudleytown, ConnecticutThe once thriving settlement that became a ghost town plagued with mystery and myths | Daily Mail OnlineParanormal Research Society of New England | DudleytownConnecticut’s Creepiest Urban LegendsHas anyone here actually ever visited Dudleytown CT? : r/ConnecticutAnybody have any personal stories/insight they can share on the legends of Dudleytown? : r/ConnecticutCornwall Historical Society: The Truth About DudleytownA Night on Bald Mountain: https://youtu.be/SLCuL-K39eQ?si=40lt3eiOhfWpqPzTITUpodcast.com

The guys continue their discussion of Bernardo Kastrup's book, Why Materialism is Baloney and consciousness. Episode ImagesITUpodcast.com

Are you a Materialist or Idealist?In our continuation of the Paranormal Consciousness Study (PCS) we take a look at the two main paradigms of thought that describe what our consciousness is, how it works and where it comes from. Images we reference.ITU Podcast.com

"Can you make it to the altar? And we don't mean for nuptials.""Hell House" tested the courage of Catonsville area teens for a generation, but before that, it had a history. We examine it all as we enjoy another chat with Luke Meiller.Sound Effects:Harp Sound EffectHarp Up Run 1.wav by luckylittleraven -- https://freesound.org/s/415438/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Websites and Resources:This Bizarre Abandoned College In Maryland Is So Eerie, Locals Won’t Talk About ItSt. Mary's College (Ilchester) - WikipediaThe legend of The Hell House College of St Mary’s | Ancient OriginsThis Hiking Trail At Patapsco Valley State Park Takes You To Some Creepy 'Haunted' Ruinshttps://youtu.be/k9yG41-pqlA?si=GZZAAPDYJhbkI81sThe Undeparted | Haunted Ellicott City | Hell House | St Mary's CollegeMaryland Ghost Stories: Hell HouseHell House, Ellicott City, MDVisiting St. Mary's Hell House on the 20th Anniversary of the FireExploring Maryland: The "Hell House" AltarImages:https://www.killerurbex.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/hell-house-altar-2.jpghttps://img.atlasobscura.com/kyYx6HzxYilCX0h3gfCe2mIhDS_8foX3b6xpnXwCCRs/rt:fit/h:400/q:81/sm:1/scp:1/ar:1/aHR0cHM6Ly9hdGxh/cy1kZXYuczMuYW1h/em9uYXdzLmNvbS91/cGxvYWRzL3BsYWNl/X2ltYWdlcy9hOTJh/ZWE0Zi0wNjFlLTRm/YjctYjQ4Ni02MzI1/NmQ4MDNhMDAzMmY2/M2UyNjEyNDUxZDY4/MWJfRkJfSU1HXzE1/ODQ5NDA3Mzk0OTMu/anBn.jpghttps://preview.redd.it/wxafojjnwlf51.jpg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=067364f44c093f7db0b77ac89645c7557d993a0ahttps://s3-media0.fl.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/bEZICJN-Oe6LId-VMBI79w/l.jpgITUpodcast.com

All the cryptids are weird, but the Snallygaster might be the weirdest. Join us for this requested cryptid and enjoy the wide ranging and strange details of this Maryland area beastie.Links:Enoch Pratt Free Library presentation: Unveiling Maryland's Monsters: Folklore and Legends from the Free StateSomething was hunting them… The Mystery of the Snallygaster Explained, by Roanoke Tales  https://youtu.be/dsyfhCc5950?si=87MLC3LwbhiWf-WIThe Bizarre Dragon of Appalachia / The Biology of the Snallygaster, by Thought Potato https://youtu.be/BnV65UHOjTE?si=3ko9W_H_Yoja5mZMThe Racist Roots of Maryland’s Mythical Snallygaster Monster https://youtu.be/mxrRXhMHYiI?si=d3A_ZdbNf2894zI9 (Watch the tone shift for the two African American anchors from playful/goofy to “oh my…” when the guest tells them about the racist implication.)Probably the most recent “sighting” of a Snallygaster… in West Virginia. https://youtu.be/_R3Sz1on1t8?si=09bBjgPQbCyU7aDG and https://youtu.be/P8TKT76Rx9s?si=QEkFGhPVdBSO7uTAHow to turn the Snallygaster into a brilliant random encounter and Adventure call in Dungeons & Dragons. https://youtu.be/12NpNjMY54o?si=VoRDNwTwHkAOFlI5The American Snallygaster MuseumThe Unsettling Legend of Maryland's Native Cryptid, the Snallygaster - Atlas ObscuraThe Snallygaster: A Terrifying Creature of American FolkloreSnollygoster - Political Dictionary

So cuddly and cute, but pelts you with fruit.We've covered the 'squatch,And even a witch,But none are so fun,As the Albatwitch!Albatwitchhttps://www.pennlive.com/uniquelypa/2023/10/in-search-of-the-albatwitch-whats-the-evidence-for-lancaster-countys-famous-cryptid.htmlhttps://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/albatwitch-lancaster-little-bigfootChickies Rockhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/QnC1jMuyXuru2KhKAOne particular sighting occurred on the evening of Saturday, April 13, 2024, in Lancaster Conservancy’s Fishing Creek Nature Preserve.https://maps.app.goo.gl/cD5RGKaP7HmMB5av7The Storyhttps://unchartedlancaster.com/2024/06/22/albatwitch-sighting-in-southern-lancaster-countys-fishing-creek-nature-preserve/Stop By, Say HiITUpodcast.com

We begin our discussion of the pivotal Civil War Battle of Gettysburg. We speak with an old friend, hear some ghostly tales, and reflect on the loss and duty of this horrible time in our history.Stop By, Say HiITUpodcast.com

People have reported some very strange experiences... going back in time. What is happening and what connections to other topics will the guys discover?Stop By, Say HIITUpodcast.com

Blackbeard the pirate is the source of some weird and interesting tales. So keep your cool, don't lose our head, and requisition -- by force -- this episode of ITU!Resources:Gene and Tom Metcalf with Skullhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Rowe_Snowhttps://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends-americas/blackbeards-skull-0016699https://digital.ncdcr.gov/documents/detail/355643https://northcarolinaghosts.com/coast/blackbeards-ghost/https://www.history.co.uk/articles/the-mystery-of-blackbeards-treasurehttps://grokipedia.com/page/Belshazzar's_feastOcean_coast_02_092025_0659AM by YevgVerh -- https://freesound.org/s/827528/ -- License: Creative Commons 021GunSalute.wav by daveincamas -- https://freesound.org/s/43783/ -- License: Attribution 4.0sword against sword.wav by Fenodyrie -- https://freesound.org/s/568790/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Crowd/Mob/Riot Noise (Voices Only) - 14 people, 2 minutes HENRY VI by FillMat -- https://freesound.org/s/384401/ -- License: Creative Commons 0240801_104626_FR_Calm_marina_and_seagulls by kevp888 -- https://freesound.org/s/752241/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

Dwayyo Jones: voted most likely to become a cryptid. (Getting all I can from that gag!)Seriously. This is about the Maryland Dogman, or something.ITU Episode ImagesResources:Legendary Tale of the Dwayyo: Maryland's Wolf-Human CreatureWhere did the Dwayyo away go? – JAMES RADA, JR.Meet the Dwayyo, a lesser-known beast in Maryland lore - The Baltimore BannerThe Dwayyo: ‘Don’t Mess with It’ – Bygone MarylandDwayyo – The Maryland Wolf Man – Legends of AmericaDwayyo | Monster Wiki | FandomPhantoms & MonstersWhat Is Lurking in the Mountains of Maryland?Amazon.com: Maryland Legends: Folklore from the Old Line State (American Legends): 9781626194137: Blank, Trevor J., Puglia, David J.: BooksMysteries & Lore of Western Maryland: Snallygasters, Dogmen, and other Mountain Tales (American Legends): Fair, Susan: 9781626190245: Amazon.com: BooksProject Gutenberg's A Character of the Province of Maryland, by George Alsop

Show Notes:Pin Report 1- Witch Stuff- Howard Lodge UpdateSounds:Maraca Rattles a few different Styles by el_boss -- https://freesound.org/s/588197/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Stop By, Say HiITUpodcast.com

Moll Dyer, Maryland’s most famous witch!Sources:Moll Dyer and Other Witch Tales of Southern Maryland - Lynn BuonviriHaunted Southern Maryland - David ThompsonWitchcraft in Colonial Virginia - Carson O. HudsonWikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moll_Dyerhttps://www.visitstmarysmd.com/blog/legend-of-moll-dyer/https://www.stmaryshistory.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=706426&module_id=487754https://www.hmdb.org/m.asp?m=187333https://otherworldlyoracle.com/moll-dyer-witch-legends/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Witch_trials_in_Marylandhttps://www.mdhistory.org/double-double-toil-and-trouble-witchcraft-in-maryland/https://www.marylandwitches.com/Burning HouseR09-70-Building on Fire.wav by craigsmith -- https://freesound.org/s/483313/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Mob Crowd/Mob/Riot Noise (Voices Only) - 14 people, 2 minutes HENRY VI by FillMat -- https://freesound.org/s/384401/ -- License: Creative Commons 0CampfireCampfire at night soundscape (louder animals, quieter campfire) by SilverIllusionist -- https://freesound.org/s/752430/ -- License: Attribution 4.0Stop By, Say HiITUpodcast.com

Krampus is lawful! No... seriously!Learn all about the lore and legend of Krampus as Mike & John interview John Long, a true character in his own right.Please consider giving this Christmas Season to Toy for Tots.They operate all year long and provide a crucial service for children in need.Stop By, Say HiITUpodcast.com

Most haunted town in Maryland? Probably.In the US? Maybe.Learn about this amazing old, mill town and its unique stories in this episode of Into the Unknown with Mike & John.Link to the center of the Ellicott City Historic District.Stop By, Say HiITUpodcast.com

The journey into the Missing 411 mystery continues.Stop By, Say HiITUpodcast.com

The guys examine a movie from the Missing 411 Cultural phenomenon as presented by David (thats David) Paulides.Stop By, Say HiITUpodcast.com

Into... Season 2!Fresh from a pitching, rolling, tramp steamer Mike and John land on a strange shore and talk about their plan to deal with the unknown. Stop By, Say HiITUpodcast.com

Time to look back, identify lessons we should probably learn -- then try to learn them in time for Season 2.Notes:Image of an OuroborosSound Effects Attribution:Harp SoundHarp Up Run 1.wav by luckylittleraven -- https://freesound.org/s/415438/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Stop By, Say HiITUpodcast.com

This Prince Georges county cryptid has a weird origin story and an odd evolution. It's perfect for a few Halloween campfire stories! Sources:Amazon.com: Maryland Legends: Folklore from the Old Line State (American Legends): 9781626194137: Blank, Trevor J., Puglia, David J.: BooksWeird Maryland: Your Travel Guide to Maryland's Local Legends and Best Kept Secrets: Lake, Matthew, Sceurman, Mark, Moran, Mark: 9781402739064: Amazon.com: BooksGoatman (urban legend) - WikipediaThe Legend of Maryland’s Local Cryptid, the Goat ManWhat Is The Goatman, The Legendary Half-Man, Half-Goat?Maryland Goatman | Cryptid Wiki | FandomFrom the website Cult of Weird, April 2016: Photo: Maryland Goatman Spotted in Washington DC?Rider-Waite Tarot Deck Image: "The Devil"By Pamela Colman Smith - http://muzendo.jp/blog/, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=114011110Locations:Tucker RoadFletcher Town RoadBeltsville Agricultural Research Center (BARC)Governor BridgeLottsford RoadSound Effect Credits:Giant Wolf Howl by NaturesTemper -- https://freesound.org/s/712068/ -- License: Attribution 4.0Woman Scream by courtneyeck -- https://freesound.org/s/673306/ -- License: Creative Commons 0FIRE ENGINE long approach and drive away.wav by logancircle2 -- https://freesound.org/s/342182/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Knocking on glass pane by Robson220pl -- https://freesound.org/s/483499/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Drips2_44.wav by ahill86 -- https://freesound.org/s/206142/ -- License: Creative Commons 001-14 Footsteps, Tile, Male Barefoot, Scuffs.wav by SpliceSound -- https://freesound.org/s/197404/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Car Door open and close.wav by NachtmahrTV -- https://freesound.org/s/556689/ -- License: Creative Commons 0failed_car_start.wav by jerry.berumen -- https://freesound.org/s/511685/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Single Goat Bleating 2x by Kinoton -- https://freesound.org/s/581240/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Campfire at night soundscape (louder fire, quieter animals) by SilverIllusionist -- https://freesound.org/s/752431/ -- License: Attribution 4.0baby girl crying by josephvm -- https://freesound.org/s/442655/ -- License: Creative Commons 0neon-colored Palm 3 by szegvari -- https://freesound.org/s/732901/ -- License: Creative Commons 0splash 1b by Logicogonist -- https://freesound.org/s/807962/ -- License: Creative Commons 0VEHICLE-SMALL_CAR_BURNOUT_Version 1.wav by Scott_Snailham -- https://freesound.org/s/486334/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0Tires Squeaking.aif by RutgerMuller -- https://freesound.org/s/104026/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Car Crash by squareal -- https://freesound.org/s/237375/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Stop By, Say Hi⁠ITUpodcast.com

In Episode 7 Mike and John discuss the seminal tome of Three Initiates, the Kybalion. Manifest for yourself a comfy chair and tune-in. Curious about ancient knowledge?See what others are saying about: The KybalionWhy Materialism is Baloney - Bernardo KastrupStop By, Say HiITUpodcast.com

In Episode 6 Mike & John recount the formative and foundational 1952 Washington DC UFO Flap. This national event opens so many doors... especially to more UFO discussion on ITU. You can bet we will refer back to this as we begin to make connections through the episodes.Enjoy!Links:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1952_Washington,_D.C._UFO_incidenthttps://www.history.com/articles/ufos-washington-white-house-air-force-coveruphttps://theufodatabase.com/incidents/1952-washington-dc-ufo-incidenthttps://mufon.com/2021/05/14/ufos-over-washington-dc-1952/https://theufodatabase.com/incidents/1952-salem-ufo-photoThe Day the Earth Stood Still (1951) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Day_the_Earth_Stood_StillThe original trailer: Trailer - The Day The Earth Stood Still (1951)Book Titles:UFO: The Inside Story of the US Government’s Search for Alien Life Here and Out There, by Garrett M. Graff UFO: The Inside Story of the US Government's Search for Alien Life Here—and Out There - Kindle edition by Graff, Garrett M.. Politics & Social Sciences Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.Stop By, Say HiITUpodcast.com

I saw Black Helicopters flying over rural Maryland in the 1990’s and lived to tell about it!Maryland’s Catoctin mountains have served as training grounds for some of the United States most elite and secretive forces from the 1940’s.  This episode explores fascinating history.  It may not be paranormal, but if “occult” simply means hidden, this is a window into a hidden world.Fort Ritchie: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_RitchieThe Ritchie Boys: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ritchie_BoysRitchie History Museum: ⁠https://www.ritchiemuseum.org/⁠Characters:William Fairbairn https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_E._Fairbairnhttps://www.badassoftheweek.com/fairbairnBook: Get Tough Rex Applegatehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rex_ApplegateNew York Times Obituary: https://www.nytimes.com/1998/07/27/us/rex-applegate-84-instructor-of-deadly-skills.htmBook: Kill or Get Killed Frank Simmons Leavitt, or “Man Mountain Dean”https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Man_Mountain_DeanSports Illustrated: https://www.si.com/wrestling/2022/05/30/man-mountain-dean-wrestling-hitler-daily-coverBut what about the Black Helicopters???Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_helicopterIf you want to know about the conspiracy theories… https://www.ufoinsight.com/conspiracy/government/black-helicopter-conspiraciesThe US Army’s 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR), “The Nightstalkers”: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/160th_Special_Operations_Aviation_Regiment_(Airborne)Nightstalkers in Downtown Los Angeles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slCN7oz-420&t=5sNightstalkers in San Diego: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-eiG7YPOCcNightstalkers in Chicago: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpoKY9CVgmINightstalkers in New York City: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OlzY2F7Vwbo---------Stop By, Say HiITUpodcast.com

In Episode 4, the guys discuss a local, historic, and haunted residence, Howard Lodge. This Howard County architectural treasure comes complete with English and Flemish brick bonds and some other bonds as well-- the paranormal kind. Tune-in!__________Support the Darkness Radio Podcast! Linked is the interview with Chris Emery.https://open.spotify.com/episode/4KuIB1KxuqDGzwY6scdmyn?si=R_MzVP1ISQefk6SfjXneFQWatch The Holzer Files Team episode on Howard Lodge:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PfymOUJnck&t=1shttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hans_Holzerhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Howard_LodgeThanks to the Holzer files crew and Dave Schrader.Stop By, Say Hi!ITUpodcast.com

In this episode of Into the Unknown Mike & John discuss the the Maryland story of the mysterious "witch" Black Aggie: The Story:Is she a witch, lurking in the woods at the edge of your neighbourhood, or just a mistreated, maligned and misunderstood art installation? Mike & John dig into this mysterious story that has a few winding paths.Please proceed with this ominous warning: "Don't slap the statue!" The Locations:Druid Ridge CemeteryDolley Madison House, Washington DCBefore you Go...A note on “Legend Tripping”:  “Into the Unknown” does not endorse trespassing, or intentionally or unintentionally harassing the occupants of any private property. Equally, public property is for everyone to enjoy. Please be kind and considerate of the people who live, work, and use these locations. Please use good judgment and do your own research before visiting this area. But getting out and getting around is good exercise, so go for it!Thank you for listening,Mike & JohnStop by the Official ⁠Into The Unknown⁠ website.

In this episode Mike & John investigate the origin of the Ouija Board and examine its Maryland connections. Marketed as a "mystifying oracle", this "game" has had an interesting impact on popular culture. Listen as the guys dig in: Who or what can they summon? "Uncle Roy"? More importantly -- will they say "good-bye"?Note:Although we have taken a light tone speaking about the board, we do so to inform and entertain. There are varied opinions about the Ouija board.Out of respect for all points of view, we recommend doing your own, in-depth research to gain a full understanding of this topic. Drop by, Say HelloITUpodcast.com

In the premiere episode of Into the Unknown Mike & John discuss the Sykesville Monster:The Story:The Sykesville Monster is a “Hairy Hominid” cryptid encounter in a rural/suburban area of Central Maryland with a flap in 1973, and a significant sighting in 1981.This is a link where a commonly encountered online image of the Sykesville Monster endorsed by Lon Strickler can be found.  It is unclear if this is the same as, or merely similar to, the police artist composite.The Location:Sykesville official town website.The Wikipedia entry for Sykesville.Before you Go...A note on “Legend Tripping”:  The 1973 sightings occurred on private property, which is visible from public streets.  “Into the Unknown” does not endorse trespassing, or intentionally or unintentionally harassing the occupants of the private property.  Please be kind and considerate of the people who live in these locations.  Lon Strickler’s 1981 sighting occurred in the South Branch Patapsco River just south of town in a common fishing area.  It is unknown if this area is public or private property.  Please use good judgment and do your own research before visiting this area.  It does appear that the Howard County Thru Trail runs close to the sighting location.In fact, this video visits the 1973 sites for you!  He even reads the reports of what happened in the place they events occurred. Links to AccountsThe Bigfoot Research Organization homepage.The BFRO report from Lon Strickler.Lon Strickler maintained the Phantoms and Monsters blog-site for many years.  As of this writing, the blog appears to have been removed.  It can be accessed through the “Wayback Machine” Internet Archive.  This is a link to Lon Strickler’s own account on his own page.Lon Strickler’s Phantoms and Monsters YouTube channel does appear to be functioning.Thank you for listening!Mike & JohnStop by the Official Into The Unknown website.