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John Fitzpatrick
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Denizen of Skull Island.

Pop Culture consumer, martial artist/hoplologist, amateur folklorist/mythologist, skeptical inquirer of the paranormal, sometime foodie, trained lawyer and historian. Commentator on life.

He’s right behind me, isn’t he?
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Be the light in the dark.
Lemony Snicket strikes a match in the dark. “At times the world may seem an unfriendly and sinister place.” Lemony Snicket looks heavenwards, “but you must believe there is as much good in it as there is bad.”
December 16, 2025 at 12:48 AM
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Sunday morning is time for coffee and conversation with friends! Join Into the Unknown with Mike and John to explore the story of the accused witch Moll Dyer.
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“Moll Dyer” turns out to be an actress (Maybe for the Weather Channel’s recreation?) who now gets to warm up by the fire and a hot cup of coffee.
December 14, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Where my mind drifts about 5 minutes after turning on the 24/7 news channel…
Dr. Jones and Captain Rogers steal back the Ark of the Covenant from the bad guys…
December 13, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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Today! Friday, 12 December at 4pm, Into the Unknown witb Mike and John explores one of Maryland’s enduring legends and mysteries: Moll Dyer. Accused of witchcraft in 1697, poor Moll Dyer never got a trial, just dark stories echoing down the centuries.
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Moll Dyer runs through the woods in the dead of winter, escaping the angry mob searching for her.
December 12, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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THE MAIN MAN!
Jason Momoa as Lobo.
December 12, 2025 at 12:47 AM
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Friday, Dec. 12 at 4 pm, Into the Unknown with Mike and John ep. 2.5 Moll Dyer. The colonists of St. Mary’s County decide Moll Dyer, who lives on the edge of town, must be a witch. Is there any truth to this legend? Discover the bone-chilling story!
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Moll Dyer’s Rock has seen many a bitter winter over the centuries…
December 11, 2025 at 2:39 AM
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Time again for Sunday morning coffee and conversation! Into the Unknown with Mike and John… and Baltimore Krampus!
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Krampus enjoys a hot coffee surrounded by adoring children.
December 7, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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Charlie Brown throws himself on the mercy of his public library.
December 7, 2025 at 1:41 AM
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The truth is out there…
December 6, 2025 at 9:25 PM
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Want to brush-up your Catoctin Area B OSS training? Ask for any of these titles for Christmas. Perfect for celebrating International Ninja Day, too!
A selection of titles regarding Allied World War II Combatives training. Strike hard, strike fast, no mercy.
December 6, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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Please be patient I’m only 5.
December 6, 2025 at 1:25 AM
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Although we don’t have anything thematic for a release like we do with Krampus, we want to acknowledge that today is also International Ninja Day! Who doesn’t like ninjas 🥷? The guys are going to test their Catoctin Area B OSS training against some ninjas and we’ll let you know who survives…
The blackness of my belt is like the darkness of a coffin on a moonless night!
December 5, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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Today, Dec. 5 (Krampusnacht), at 4 pm-ish. Into the Unknown with Mike and John; ep. 2.4: Baltimore Krampus! A conversation with Baltimore’s own avatar of Dark Christmas - everybody’s waiting for the beast with the bag!
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Everybody’s waiting for the beast with the bag!
December 5, 2025 at 10:57 AM
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Krampusnacht! Friday, 5 Dec. at 4 pm; Into the Unknown with Mike and John, ep. 2.4: Baltimore Krampus! The guys meet the Baltimore Krampus for a discussion on the purpose of Krampus and his growing popularity in the U.S. Turns out Krampus is a nice guy!
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Krampus runs through Fells Point, Baltimore, MD.
December 5, 2025 at 1:53 AM
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Friday, Dec. 5 is Krampusnacht, so what better way to celebrate than an interview with the beast himself? The guys meet the Baltimore Krampus for a far ranging discussion on the true meaning of Krampus. Into the Unknown with Mike and John!
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Krampus stalks the winter streets, looking for naughty children.
December 3, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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I took these photos at Valley View Farms in Timonium, Maryland, a Garden and Outdoor Center known in the area for extensive Christmas displays every year. And a wonderful way for us to kick-off Krampus Week! Friday is December 5, Krampusnacht!
December 1, 2025 at 10:59 AM
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Enjoy coffee and conversation! Join Into the Unknown with Mike and John for episode 2.3: Ellicott City (The Beginning, or Part 1, if you prefer).
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November 30, 2025 at 9:25 PM
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No special reason, but I’m posting this translation facsimile of the infamous WWII Commando Order, which was later deemed an illegal order by the Nuremberg Tribunal.
November 29, 2025 at 12:59 PM
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Today at 4pm! Into the Unknown with Mike and John; episode 2.3: Ellicott City. We visit what’s reputed to be the most haunted town in Maryland. Nearly every building has a story! Go yourself to explore the shops of Old Ellicott City Main Street.
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November 28, 2025 at 12:32 PM
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I remember what Black Friday use to be like. I mean; the REAL Black Friday, before the Internet took over shopping. The day meant something. Sure, it was crazy. But it built character and fortitude. It harkened back to the days of ancient hunter/gatherers. You could feel proud hauling in a trophy.
Black Friday, before the turn of the 21st Century, was a primal contest. Often pitting man against beast.
November 28, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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Black Friday!!! 28 November; Into the Unknown with Mike and John visits Ellicott City, MD — possibly the most haunted town in Maryland! And the merchants would be very happy if you did a little Christmas shopping while you explore!
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While ordinary people walk the streets of Ellicott City, mysteries lurk in the shadows!
November 28, 2025 at 3:25 AM
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The most ambitious crossover of all time! Dr. Doom invites Conan the Barbarian to Thanksgiving.
November 28, 2025 at 3:03 AM
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Apparently, I forgot the release schedule… Black Friday, 28 November, is a perfect time to visit Old Town Ellicott City and check up on the haunted streets, shops, and alleys.
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A view of the Old Ellicott City train viaduct through town.
November 26, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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Black Friday, 28 November, is a real witch! Into the Unknown with Mike and John, episode 2.3 brings you the tale of Moll Dyer, Maryland’s most famous witch! Or… was she?
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Moll Dyer Rock, an item forever linked to the witchcraft case, experiences brutal winter weather.
November 25, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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“You’ll be visited by three spirits…”

The three spirits:
Army Rangers Lonzo “Stalker” Wilkinson, Tommy Arashikage, and “Snake Eyes” on long range recon patrol in Southeast Asia, from GI Joe: A Real American Hero (Marvel, written by Larry Hama), issue 26.
November 25, 2025 at 4:13 PM