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Exploring The Unknown PodcastAuthor: Dustin & Luke
Welcome to Exploring The Unknown, where curiosity meets the mysterious! Join us on this captivating podcast journey as we delve into the uncharted realms of the paranormal, taking you to haunted locations, discussing chilling encounters, and unraveling the enigmas that lie beyond our understanding. Hosted by Dustin Delgado & Luke Barker, our show combines in-depth research with firsthand accounts, providing a unique blend of entertainment and exploration. Tune in for a spine-tingling adventure into the unknown, where every episode promises to spark your curiosity and leave you questioning the boundaries of reality. Language: en-us Genres: Documentary, History, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep.77: Creature of the Pine Barrens: The Jersey Devil Revealed
Sunday, 16 November, 2025
A flying figure with bat wings, a horse-like face, and glaring eyes terrified whole towns, closed schools, and drew gunfire from police. We follow the Jersey Devil from the Pine Barrens to the front pages, unpacking why a 1.1 million–acre labyrinth of fog, echo, and abandoned villages is the perfect amplifier for a legend that refuses to die.We compare clashing origin stories—cursed 13th child, witchcraft, and chimney escapes—with the repeatable visual core that anchors eyewitness reports. Then we step into 1909’s feverish week of sightings, rooftop hoofprints, and trolley car scares, exploring how media, mass anxiety, and place can turn rumors into regional identity. From cab roof landings to ranger testimonies and viral photos, we test the modern claims against natural explanations: misidentified wildlife, hoaxes, genetic anomalies, and the way our minds complete a frightening silhouette in the dark.The most surprising thread pulls us back to colonial New Jersey, where the Leeds family’s astrologically flavored almanacs clashed with Benjamin Franklin’s practical, satirical Poor Richard’s. That rivalry, plus a family crest echoing a winged beast, helped stitch a political and religious dispute into local folklore. The result is a uniquely American monster—part media creation, part cultural mirror, and part mystery stalking the pines after midnight.We close with a listener challenge: if you had to spend one night alone in the Pine Barrens, what single tool would you bring? Drop your answer, share your theory—hoax, cryptid, or belief-made entity—and tell a friend who loves legends. If you enjoy the show, subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who’s ready to wander into the woods.Send us a textGhostStopGhostStop: Trusted for 15+ years. Leading the way in investigation technology worldwide Have you had an encounter with the paranormal? Have you seen Bigfoot!? Call our Hotline Support the showStay tuned for more Exploring The Unknown by following us on our social media pages!Cash App:$ExploringTheUnknown1Official Website:www.exploringtheunknownpod.com Tiktok:http://tinyurl.com/25bhpynbFacebook:http://tinyurl.com/4t74cuvnYoutube:http://tinyurl.com/2w3j7fmfInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/exploring.the.unknown_/GhostStop:https://ghoststop.com/?rfsn=7896150.dccd74Amazon:Wishlist
