The Strange Sessions

The final season of The Strange Sessions is in full swing! In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into two more topics that you guys voted for in the Facebook group, and this time, it’s Ley Lines and Zak Bagans! And, as always, a taste-test!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 18:35 In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the frozen continent of Antarctica, and at the conspiracies that haunt it! From strange doors, mysterious pyramids, ghosts, Nazis, ice walls, and more, the mysteries of this icy land will be examined. And, as always, a taste-test!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 17:35. Krista and Kurt are (mostly) over their illnesses, so this is the 2nd part of the Season Premiere!  Co-winner of the trivia contest, Stephanie, picked Strange States: Washington as her choice, so in this episode, Krista and Kurt will be looking at all things strange from The Evergreen State!!! And, as always, a taste-test!

Krista and Kurt are both sick and will be back in two weeks, but for now, here a special double Side Sessions preview! In the first part, Krista and Kurt look at the fun and magic of the carnival, from foods to rides to carnival games! And in the second half of the episode, they look at the fascinating history of one of the best soft drinks, Dr Pepper!  

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 27:01. In Part One of the Season 10 (and final season) premiere, Krista and Kurt look at paranormal investigators Ed & Lorraine Warren, their most famous cases, and their controversies. And, as always, a taste-test!  

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, Strangers! In this Christmas episode, Krista and Kurt are joined by beloved co-host Kory to answer questions that the lovely listeners sent in!  And, as always, a taste-test! We wish each and every one of you a wonderful Christmas and we hope that your holidays are filled with love and a little bit of strangeness!  

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 20:25. Well, we made it through another one!!  It’s the final episode of Season 9, and Krista and Kurt are once again joined by beloved co-host, Kory Konecny!!!  Kory and Kurt each picked a topic to discuss, plus the winners of the trivia contest will be revealed! Kurt discusses the bizarre story of Tarrare, and Kory discusses the frightening occurrences of "broken arrows", or nuclear devices that have gone missing. And, as always, a taste-test!!  We love you guys, and we will see you again in Spring for the final season of The Strange Sessions!!!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 14:22. In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at strange stories from Appalachia and The Appalachian Trail!!  Mysterious disappearances, creepy creatures, Appalachian folklore, and more!  And, as always, a taste-test!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 21:09. In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, we are joined by guest co-host (and Krista's hubby) Jim! In the first segment, Kurt looks into the bizarre Nuremberg Incident of 1561, and in the second segment, Krista, Jim, and Kurt discuss the recent Haunted Objects Podcast series about spirit communication, EVPs, Frank's Box, and the Spirit Box! Then, the answers to this season's trivia contest are revealed!!! And, as always, a taste-test!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 19:45. With Halloween right around the corner, it’s time for more creepy stories from the internet!!!! Mimics, weird figures in the woods, scary phone stuff, it’s all here!  And, as always, a taste-test and the final 3 trivia contest questions!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 15:43 On December 9, 1965, a fireball was spotted over several states, and rumors say that an acorn-shaped craft crashed into the woods in Kecksburg, Pennsylvania. And rumors also persist that in the 1940s, Nazi scientists were working on "Die Glock", a bell-shaped device that is said to have possibly been an anti-gravity engine, a weapon, or a time-travel device. Did these incidents actually happen, and is it possible that they are related?  And, as always, a taste-test and more trivia questions!!!

Krista and Kurt are off this weekend, so this episode will be a double-feature preview of two previously released just-for-subscribers episodes of the Side Sessions!  In the first half of this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the awesomeness of The Jejune Institute, and in the second half, Krista, Kurt, and guest co-host Blaine Rezach discuss their hot-takes and unpopular opinions!! 

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 22:00. In this Listener Suggestions episode, Krista and Kurt look into two stories...is the internet even alive anymore, or has it been completely taken over by bots, AI, and shadowy manipulations, and what did over 60 students at a school in Zimbabwe witness in 1994? And, as always, a taste-test and more trivia questions!!!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 15:00. It’s another Strange States episode! This time, we will be looking at The Land Of 10,000 Lakes and Wisconsin’s bestie…Minnesota! From haunted murder mansions and spooky concert halls to demonic marsupials, we will be looking at all things Minnesotan! And, as always, a taste-test and more trivia questions!!!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 15:22. It's another awesome Listener Stories episode!! Mimics, attacking ghosts, unseen visitors, and much more! A huge thank you to everyone who sent in stories for us! And, as always, a taste-test and more trivia questions for the contest!!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 28:15. In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into two recent paranormal stories: The death of Dan Rivera and its relation to the infamous Annabelle doll, and the Buga Sphere, a mysterious sphere captured on video flying over Columbia and is now in the hands of researchers.  Also, an important announcement... And, as always, A taste-test and trivia questions for the contest!  

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 12:40.  As Krista and Kurt get the new studio up and running, they discuss their recent ghost investigation in Campbellsport, playing some potential EVPs and a very interesting Estes Method session!  Also, some trivia questions!

Krista and Kurt are on vacation this week, so this weekend’s episode will be a “Summer Road Trip” double Side Sessions preview!!  In the first half of the episode, Krista and Kurt look at 25 fun and unique travel destinations around the country! And in the second half of the episode, they look at things that are uniquely Wisconsin!  So head down to the supper club by the stop-and-go lights, grab a brat and a brandy old fashioned, and enjoy this Side Sessions preview!!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 13:06. From its founding by a Bavarian professor in 1776 to today’s latest music videos by Beyoncé and Lady Gaga, conspiracy theorists have talked about a shadowy cabal running the world behind the scenes, and its evil plan for a one-world government.  In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the Illuminati and The New World Order! And. as always, a taste-test and more trivia questions! 

With the help of some great research by awesome Stranger Alejandro, Krista and Kurt tango into the first-ever Strange Countries episode, looking at the beautiful country of Argentina!!! From rum-loving Cryptids to ghostly castles and strange security camera footage, Krista and Kurt look at all strange things Argentinian! And, as always, a taste-test and more questions for the trivia contest!!! 

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 12:40. In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into stories of haunted hospitals, spooky nursing homes, and the things that people report seeing, hearing, and feeling shortly before they die.  And, as always, a taste-test and more trivia questions for the contest!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 14:30 In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, Krista looks at the mysterious (and beautiful) Voynich Manuscript, and Kurt looks at the phenomena of "Streetlight Interference" and "SLIders", people who believe that they can cause streetlights to go out just by walking past them.  And, as usual, a taste-test and more trivia questions for the contest!!!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 13:10. In 2016, workers at the U.S. embassy in Cuba began to experience strange and debilitating symptoms, and soon, other people around the world began to experience the same symptoms. Was it a weapon of some kind? Was it a by-product of espionage? Or was it a simple case of mass hysteria? In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into “Havana Syndrome”! And, as always, a taste- test and trivia questions!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 12:50. In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at a few strange stories about television!  Mysterious signals, strange broadcast intrusions, spooky figures, and more from that device that is in all of our houses.  And, as always, a taste-test and trivia questions!!!

In this, the long-awaited Season 9 premiere, you guys voted for the topic!   In this episode, Krista and Kurt will be looking at the drone sightings of 2024! What were they, and have the sightings stopped?    Also, a taste-test and the start of a season-long Strange Sessions trivia contest!    

In this special Side Sessions preview, two previously-released episodes for our subscribers will be featured! In the first half of the episode, Krista and Kurt look at the scents that are the most nostalgic to them. And in the second half, they look at the fascinating history of Colonel Sanders and KFC. New episodes will be coming at the end of this month!

Surprise, Strangers! ☺️ *NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 26:14. In this Skype-recorded update episode, Krista and Kurt discuss how their holidays went, talk about some life changes going on, and address a few changes to the podcast in the new season (nothing scary!) And a short topic...was James Dean's car cursed? We will see you soon! Happy 2025!!!

Merry Christmas Eve, Strangers!! In this special holiday episode, we are once again joined by guest co-host Kory Konecny!!! This time around, we had you, the listeners, email questions to Kory for him to ask us this episode! Thank you SO much for all the awesome questions you guys sent in! And, we finally open the Hákarl (rotten shark meat) that was sent to us for a taste-test. Are any of us brave enough to try it once we get a whiff of it?  We hope each and every one of you has a wonderful holiday season!! Be safe, be strange, and we will see you in February for Season 9! 

Well, we made it through another season!!!  In this episode, the Season 8 finale, Krista and Kurt are once again joined by popular guest co-host Kory Konecny to look into three musical mysteries! Kory looks at the story of Paul McCartney being dead, Krista looks at the story of Elvis Presley being alive, and Kurt looks at the musical story of the unsolved Dorabella Cipher. And, as always, a taste-test!!!  Thank you SO much for listening and for supporting us! We will see everyone in February for Season 9!  

Due to some issues (aka my stupid car), this episode is recorded on Skype, rather than together in person. In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into some strange stories about caves, from haunted caves to stories about missing spelunkers! No taste-test OR listener questions this week, but in this episode, we will give you the email address to send questions to for our Christmas episode!!!

It’s another Missing 411 Spotlight episode! In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the tragic stories of Patric McCarthy and Todd Sees, two cases where there might be way more going on than meets the eye. And, as always, a taste-test and we answer listener questions!

With Halloween right around the corner and Spooky Season in full-swing, Krista and Kurt look at one of the phenomena that spooks them the most…Mimics! Whether it’s voices across the dark house from family members who aren’t there, or friend’s voices luring you into the woods, just what are these things? Are they ghosts? Are they Jinn? Are they just our imagination? And, as always, a taste-test!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 15:17.  It's time for another Listener Stories episode! In this episode, Krista and Kurt read and listen to some spooky stories sent in by you guys, our awesome Strangers! Lots of "Nopes" in these stories, too! And a few Reddit stories at the end.  And, as always, a taste-test!

*NOTE 1* - THIS IS THE 2ND PART OF A 2-PART EPISODE, SO PLEASE LISTEN TO PART 1 FIRST!!! *NOTE 2* - The topic discussion starts at 11:20. After the launch of Sputnik in 1957, the United States realized that it needed to step up education so the U.S. didn’t fall behind the rest of the world. This eventually led to programs like GATE (Gifted and Talented Education), where students were tested, and those that were deemed advanced were pulled from class for separate programs.  In the years since, stories began to circulate online about GATE students who said that the program wasn’t entirely what it was made out to be. Stories of strange tests, missing time, and sinister scenarios began to show up. And what does all of this have to do with The Mandela Effect, remote viewing, and a place called The Tavistock Institute? In this two-part episode, Krista and Kurt look at the GATE program and school weirdness! And, as always, a taste-test!

*NOTE 1* - THIS IS THE 1ST PART OF A 2-PART EPISODE!  *NOTE 2* - The topic discussion starts at 16:30. After the launch of Sputnik in 1957, the United States realized that it needed to step up education so the U.S. didn’t fall behind the rest of the world. This eventually led to programs like GATE (Gifted and Talented Education), where students were tested, and those that were deemed advanced were pulled from class for separate programs.  In the years since, stories began to circulate online about GATE students who said that the program wasn’t entirely what it was made out to be. Stories of strange tests, missing time, and sinister scenarios began to show up. And what does all of this have to do with The Mandela Effect, remote viewing, and a place called The Tavistock Institute? In this two-part episode, Krista and Kurt look at the GATE program and school weirdness! And, as always, a taste-test!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 17:50. It’s another Strange States episode! This time, we are looking at our neighbor across the lake, The Wolverine State, Michigan! From haunted hotels to spooky lighthouses to canine-like creatures, we will be looking at all things strange in The Mitten State! And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!

In this Listener Suggestions episode, Krista and Kurt look at three stories suggested by Strangers! The stories include a bizarre situation that happened in Platteville, Wisconsin in the late 1800s, the creepy decade-long harassment of an elderly couple in Ohio, and the story of a haunted Toys R Us store in Sunnyvale, California! And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 12:00. In this episode, Krista and Kurt discuss the town of Whitewater, Wisconsin (and their recent road-trip there!) Known as “Second Salem”, this small college town has a fascinating history of witchcraft, occultism, and plenty of hauntings.  Then in the second half of the episode, Krista and Kurt look into stories of people who wake up to find a mysterious, shadowy, figure in their room, always wearing a flannel shirt. Stories of “The Flannel Man” and sightings of this strange figure have persisted for years. And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!   

The Fae Folk, also known as Faries, have enchanted human imagination for centuries. Stories of these mischievous creatures have come down through the ages from almost every country, and to this day, stories about strange creatures, periods of missing time in the woods, and disappearing objects are tied in with these beings. In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at the strange world of The Fae.  And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!

It’s another Strange Creatures episode! In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at stories of two creepy creatures. Sometimes outdoors, sometimes indoors, people have reported hearing strange whistling coming from places it shouldn’t be, seemingly trying to get the person’s attention. And other people have reported running across strange creatures and humans only to discover that these things have no faces and sometimes appear to be living mannequins. In this episode, Krista and Kurt dive into creepy tales of Whistlers and The Faceless. And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!

Krista and Kurt are on vacation, probably hunting Bigfoot or something, so this episode will be a preview of a Side Sessions episode that our Ko-Fi subscribers heard last year. In July of 1973, high school couple Mitch Weiser and Bonnie Bickwit left a campground to hitchhike to The Summer Jam Festival held outside Watkins Glen, New York. In the days after the festival, as both families waited anxiously, Bonnie and Mitch did not return home. To date, no trace of Bonnie or Mitch has ever been found, and they are the oldest unsolved missing teenager case on record. In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into the tragic disappearance of Mitch Weiser and Bonnie Beckett.

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 11:15. It’s another episode about the strange nature of reality! In this episode Krista and Kurt once again dive into the weird world of parallel universes, time travel, The Mandela Effect, and a few reality-glitch stories from Reddit!  And, as usual, a taste-test and listener questions!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 12:15. It’s another Strange States episode!! This time, Krista and Kurt will be looking into the creatures, urban legends, and haunted places of the Keystone State, Pennsylvania!! And, as usual, a taste-test (not a Philly cheesesteak, sadly), but no listener question. We need questions!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 15:00.  In this My Favorite Mini-Mystery episode, Krista looks at the Third Man Factor, where people in life-or-death situations feel another presence with them, helping them survive. And Kurt looks at the case of Ghost Writer, a haunting where the ghost was said to communicate by writing messages on Polaroid pictures. And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 12:33. It’s another awesome Listener Stories episode!! We put out the call for your stories, and wow, once again you guys REALLY came through with some amazing (and creepy) stories!!!! Not to mention that there’s a spooky common theme to a lot of the stories… And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!! Thank you SO much to everyone who contributed stories. You are the best!!   

In this episode, Krista and Kurt are joined by friend and fellow paranormal investigator Blaine Rezach to talk about ghost hunting, the paranormal, and all things strange!!! You can check out Blaine’s podcast “Ghosts & Us” on YouTube, Spotify, and all the usual podcasty places! And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!

On November 28, 1953, a government employee named Frank Olson plummeted to his death from a window in New York City’s Statler Hotel. Decades later, a new investigation into his death revealed one of the government’s most secretive and disturbing projects, involving LSD, brainwashed assassins, and mind control. In this episode, Krista and Kurt look into the truly frightening history of Project MKUltra. And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 21:55. It’s another Strange States episode!  In this episode, Krista and Kurt are once again staying close to home and looking at 6 more weird stories from their home state of Wisconsin, including aliens, weird troll things, ghostly snowmobilers, and more!!  And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions! 

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 20:45. It’s another Listener Suggestions episode!!!  In this episode, Krista and Kurt look at four different stories that were suggested by the amazing, lovely listeners...the bizarre story of Don Decker, the creepy Houska Castle, the fun mystery of the Capitol Hill Vending Machine, and strange stories of Sunblinks.  And, as always, a taste-test and listener questions! 

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 18:25. In this episode, Krista and Kurt discuss their December paranormal investigation at The Old Glenbeulah School, play some possible EVPs they caught, and talk about The Estes Method. They also play the Estes Method sessions that Kurt, Krista, and Coleman did on the investigation. And, as usual, a taste-test and listener questions!!