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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · 2d

MK-Ultra, hypnosis, subliminal ads, “voice-to-skull” tech, history is full of strange attempts to control the human mind. But is it science, conspiracy, or something scarier?

Find out in the latest Wondering Monsters Podcast.

#MKUltra #MindControl #Conspiracy

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · 4d

🌀 What if your thoughts aren’t really your own?
From Cold War experiments to cult indoctrination and TikTok algorithms, mind control might be closer to reality than we want to believe.

🎧 New episode: youtu.be/mJWfE8bi9rE

#MindControl #Podcast #Folklore

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · 16d

We dive into the origins, theories, and pop culture echoes of this elusive game on the Wondering Monsters Podcast. Listen… if you dare. #Polybius #GamingLegends

wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · 16d

Was Polybius a haunted arcade machine, a clever hoax, or something stranger? The legend still sparks debate among gamers and conspiracy buffs alike. #ArcadeMystery #UrbanLegend

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · 16d

Some say it was a government mind control experiment. Others whisper about hypnotic visuals and shadowy men in black collecting data. No cabinets survived. Just rumors. #MindControl #RetroGaming

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · 16d

In the early 80s, arcades were full of flashing lights and high scores… but one game stood out. Polybius appeared, then vanished. Players reported dizziness, nightmares, and memory loss. Was it real? #Polybius #UrbanLegend

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Sep 18

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#LucidDreams #DreamsExplained #SharedDreams #DreamMyths

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Exploring Dreams, Nightmares, and Folklore | Wondering Monsters Podcast

Discover the mysteries of dreams, nightmares, lucid dreaming, and folklore in this Wondering Monsters Podcast recap. Learn how myths, psychology, and storytelling shape our dream world.

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Sep 18

Ever flown in a dream? Or maybe tried to read and failed? In our latest Wondering Monsters Podcast episode, what you CAN and CANNOT do in dreams, plus nightmares, folklore, and lucid dreaming.

Have you had a lucid dream or sleep paralysis? Pleas share with us!

#Dreams #Nightmares #LucidDreaming

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Sep 3

That is sooooo interesting!! Thanks for sharing that 😊 Our brains are so fascinating!

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Sep 2

Have YOU experienced this? Drop your story in the comments and let’s compare notes.

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#SleepParalysis #NightHag #Aphantasia
#supernatural #creepypasta #witch #hatman #paranormal #nighthagdemon #paranormalexplained #nighthaglore #oldhag

The Night Hag: Folklore, Fear, and Sleep Paralysis | Wondering Monsters Podcast

Explore the Night Hag in folklore, sleep paralysis, and cultural myths in this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast. Discover her global variations, history, and enduring legacy.

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Sep 2

Ever had sleep paralysis? Can people with aphantasia see the Night Hag or shadow figures when they wake frozen in bed?

In our latest episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we dig into the folklore, science, and creepy firsthand stories of the Night Hag.

#Folklore #SleepParalysis #NightHag

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Aug 21

Ever wonder why cemeteries give us the creeps?

In the latest Wondering Monsters Podcast, we dig into zombie folklore, haunted burial grounds, and ancient curses

Listen if you dare:
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#Graveyards #HauntedHistory #UndeadLore #WonderingMonstersPodcast #HauntedCemeteries #Folklore

Why are Graveyards SO Scary?

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Aug 18

break down:
✔️ Why ancient Greeks feared the undead
✔️ How George A. Romero changed everything
✔️ The hidden meaning behind modern zombie stories
✔️ Our personal (sometimes hilarious) takes on zombie survival

Check it out - youtu.be/M-RRoGCUIbw

#HorrorPodcast #Zombies #WonderingMonstersPodcast

Intriguing History of REAL Zombies

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Aug 18

Ever wonder why zombies just won’t die… in pop culture?

From ancient myths of the dead rising, to voodoo folklore, to The Walking Dead and Resident Evil — zombies have lurched through history, evolving with every generation.

In the latest episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast we ...

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Aug 11

Why do these mysterious texts continue to haunt pop culture? What draws people to the forbidden? And… could reading one be a terrible mistake?

Listen now and decide for yourself.
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#ForbiddenKnowledge #WonderingMonstersPodcast @timewediscuss.bsky.social

What is the Necronomicon?

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Aug 11

Ever wonder if a book could actually be cursed?

In our latest episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we dive into the dark world of forbidden books — from the infamous Necronomicon to real-life grimoires whispered about in occult circles.

#necronomicon #CursedBooks #HorrorPodcast #Occult

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Aug 2

In this episode of the Wondering Monsters Podcast, we explore the eerie, in-between places that haunt our dreams, fuel internet myths like The Backrooms, and show up everywhere from folklore to analog horror.

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#backrooms #analoghorror #creepyvibes #uncannyplaces

What Are Liminal Spaces and Why Do They Feel So Weird?

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Aug 2

Ever walked through an empty school at night and felt… wrong?
Not scared. Not safe. Just off.

That’s a liminal space — and your brain knows it’s not supposed to be there.

New episode out now:
What Are Liminal Spaces and Why Do They Feel So Weird?

#liminalSpaces #WonderingMonstersPodcast #creepy

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Jul 26

This chilling legend has haunted sleepovers and dared the bravest for generations. Rooted in folklore, possibly tied to Queen Mary I or even older mirror-based superstitions, Bloody Mary continues to terrify and intrigue.

#ParanormalStories #MagicMirror #ScaryTales #history

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Is Bloody Mary REAL??

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Jul 26

Say Her Name... If You Dare ...
They say if you chant “Bloody Mary” three times into a mirror by candlelight, she’ll appear.
Would you risk it?

Some mirrors should never be looked at

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#BloodyMary #UrbanLegends #CreepyStories #MirrorRitual #HorrorMyth #CandleLightRItuals

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Jul 24

In this episode of the 🎙️ Wondering Monsters Podcast, we dive into:
🔮 The spooky history of Ouija boards
📜 Victorian séances & wartime spirit booms
🧠 Scientific theories like the ideomotor effect
💀 Creepy real-life stories
🎬 How The Exorcist changed everything
#wonderingMonstersPodcast #paranormal

wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Jul 24

You can buy a Ouija board at Target.

But did you know it was once used to contact the dead after the Civil War… and later blamed for poltergeist activity?

In our latest episode, we explore how a $20 game became one of the most feared tools in paranormal history.
#occult @timewediscuss.bsky.social

What Makes Ouija Boards So Mysterious?

YouTube video by Wondering Monsters

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wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Jul 21

Just ONE more day to go before we start talking about the real, weird, and fun. Coming to all major distribution platforms and just in time for your morning commute, an entertaining chat between three friends ... and a monster? Hmmm.

#spookypodcast #spookypod #urbanlegends #bloodymary #bloodymarys

wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Jul 19

More info coming on this podcast. Get ready to explore the unsettling corners of the world with us, without the cheap scares. Just the weird, creepy, fascinating, and lighthearted fun.

👀 Don’t miss it: 7/22
🎧 Watch on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts!

#WonderingMonstersPodcast #WeirdHistory

wonmonpodcast.bsky.social @wonmonpodcast.bsky.social · Jul 19

🚨Mark your calendars: something real, weird, and fun is coming. We are launching a brand new show this Tuesday morning. Diving into strange history, folklore oddities, and bizarre mysteries you didn’t know you needed.

#NewShow #FolklorePodcast #SpookyPodcast #UrbanLegends #ParanormalPodcast

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