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44 case files in this drawer of the archive. Every episode below was checked against the show notes and filed here because this is its main subject, or a major part of the story.

Start with Ep. 223, “Reinventing SETI”: a former SETI director on the scientific search for life beyond Earth, and how it differs from the UFO conversation.

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Ep. 42 · Oct 17, 2023 · 01:15:21

Ep. 42: Psychic Mediums

On this episode we are joined by Linda, who is a psychic medium and we discuss many topics about her abilities and other tropes.You can contact Linda at the following links below...

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Ep. 53 · Dec 11, 2023 · 01:12:26

Ep. 53: Anubis Chronicles & Frogman of the Foothills

On this episode we are joined by two different guests, both of whom are authors of novels that I thought the audience may enjoy hearing about. First we are joined by Yvonne Zaher...

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Ep. 59 · Jan 8, 2024 · 00:42:35

Ep. 59: Quantum Curiosity - Hypnosis & Regressive Memories

On this episode we are joined by Kim, a hypnotist and owner of Quantum Curiosity Hypnoregression Services. We discuss some of the myths involved with hypnosis and how Kim uses it...

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Ep. 62 · Jan 18, 2024 · 01:58:52

Ep. 62: Real Paranormal Activity: The Lost Frequency Swapcast

Tom and Rye of The Lost Frequency podcast join the show to discuss their show, and the real paranormal activity that has recently been happening to Brandon. Welcome back to...

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Ep. 83 · Apr 19, 2024 · 01:46:40

Ep. 83: Magick and Radionics

On this episode I am joined by my guest Byron Jester, a practitioner of Magick and creator of Radionic devices. We dive into the experiences and what has gotten Byron on this...

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Ep. 113 · Aug 2, 2024 · 01:22:41

Ep. 113: Occult and Esoteric Energy Practices: The Physics of Subtle Energy with Juan Ayala

Juan Ayala of the Juan on Juan podcast joins the show to discuss occult and esoteric topics, including the physics of subtle energy. Welcome back to another new episode of Tinfoil...

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Ep. 115 · Aug 9, 2024 · 01:25:09

Ep. 115: A Lifetime of Paranormal Experiences: Don't Speak Harshly To Strangers

Scratch shares the lifelong paranormal experiences that have followed him from the mountains of South Carolina to Atlanta, and why he believes the experiences follow the person...

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Ep. 123 · Sep 6, 2024 · 02:00:13

Ep. 123: Fear the Mothman

On this episode I am joined by my friend Easton Hawk. Easton is an artist/illustrator who's developed a name for himself among the cryptid community for his incredible artwork of...

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Ep. 134 · Oct 15, 2024 · 01:24:18

Ep. 134: The DB Cooper Vortex

On this episode I am joined by Darren, host of the Cooper Vortex podcast, and we discuss all things weird about the DB Cooper case. Make sure to find Darren's podcast wherever you...

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Ep. 136 · Oct 22, 2024 · 01:20:42

Ep. 136: A Lifetime Investigating the Occult and Paranormal: The Occult Detective

Bob Freeman, known as the Occult Detective, has spent most of his life investigating and writing about the occult and the paranormal. Welcome back to Tinfoil Tales! On this...

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Ep. 138 · Oct 28, 2024 · 00:44:28

Ep. 138: Inside a Professional Internet Trolling Company: Pay the Troll Toll

KG, CEO of a professional internet trolling company, shares what his company actually does and the strangest requests he has ever received. Welcome back to Tinfoil Tales! This...

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Ep. 140 · Nov 3, 2024 · 01:30:02

Ep. 140: True Crime Black Widow Killers: Black Widows

Bob and Brittany of Tales From The Dark return to discuss their book Black Widows, which digs into 20 cases of female serial killers, from their childhoods to their deaths or life...

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Ep. 151 · Dec 10, 2024 · 01:36:36

Ep. 151: Indiana Lore and a Trickster God Encounter: The Alchemist of the Indiana Black Forest

Alan and Kim Bishop share Indiana lore and the strange things that have happened to them over the years, including an encounter with what they believe was an old trickster god...

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Ep. 159 · Jan 7, 2025 · 01:00:47

Ep. 159: The Cryptid Comic Writer

On this episode I talk to Corissa Grant about her two comic book series she writes, one of which focuses on cryptids. It's a bit of a departure from the normal sort of episode...

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Ep. 183 · Mar 28, 2025 · 00:56:22

Ep. 183: Paranormal the New Normal

On this episode I am joined by Jeremy, host of Paranormal the New Normal podcast. He talks a little bit about sme of the things he's experienced and why he started his show...

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Ep. 195 · May 9, 2025 · 01:23:20

Ep. 195: The Ghost and Me

On this episode I am joined by Bob and Kody, the hosts of the new podcast The Ghost and Me and we talk about some of their experiences, why they do what they do, and a little...

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Ep. 198 · May 20, 2025 · 01:01:22

Ep. 198: GoblinCon & The Knight House of Hopkinsville

On this episode I am joined by my guest, Eric Freeman Sims, and we discuss the upcoming GoblinCon event as well as the the Knight House in Hopkinsville Ky. Tinfoil Tales Podcast -...

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Ep. 211 · Aug 5, 2025 · 01:00:15

Ep. 211: My Paranormal Life

On this episode I am joined by fellow podcaster Jay D. Hill and we discuss his lifelong fascination with the paranormal, his personal encounters, and what lead him to do what he...

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Ep. 214 · Aug 26, 2025 · 00:55:45

Ep. 214: Energy Healing and Spiritual Energy Work: The Energy Doktor

Energy healer Randy joins the show to discuss energy healing, spiritual energy work, and raising consciousness from within. Welcome back to Tinfoil Tales! On this episode I am...

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Ep. 219 · Sep 30, 2025 · 01:12:39

Ep. 219: The Secret Origin of Crop Circles

This episode explores the secret origin of crop circles and whether there is more behind them than people making them for hoaxes. On this episode I talk with someone who makes...

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Ep. 223 · Oct 28, 2025 · 01:01:10

Ep. 223: Reinventing SETI: New Directions in the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence

On this episode I am joined by my guest, John Gertz. John was once the director of SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) and was one of the leading people in the science...

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Ep. 225 · Nov 11, 2025 · 00:53:19

Ep. 225: Paranormal Investigations and Encounters: Forever Investigating Beyond

Tim joins the show to discuss his years of paranormal investigations and the encounters that keep him searching for answers. Welcome back to Tinfoil Tales! On this episode I'm...

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Ep. 228 · Dec 2, 2025 · 01:05:27

Ep. 228: Toxic Metals in Everyday Products: The Aluminum Agenda

Anthony, co-founder of Nobel Metals Wellness, discusses the toxic metals hiding in the ingredients of everyday products. Welcome back to Tinfoil Tales. Today I am joined by...

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Ep. 235 · Jan 20, 2026 · 01:03:33

Ep. 235: MonsterQuest Is Back - Inside the Reboot with Producer Jared McGilliard

Producer and filmmaker Jared McGilliard (Nomadica Films) joins Tinfoil Tales to talk about bringing MonsterQuest back and what it took to reboot a show that helped shape modern...

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Ep. 240 · Feb 24, 2026 · 01:24:35

Ep. 240: Small Town Monsters

On this episode I talk with producer, researcher, and director, Heather Moser from Small Town Monsters, the documentary company that is leading the way for all things high...

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Ep. 268 · Sep 8, 2026 · 01:11:13

Ep. 268: Cryptid Culture

In this episode of Tinfoil Tales, Brandon is joined by author, illustrator, and Cryptid Empire creator David Hardie to discuss the folklore, culture, and enduring appeal of...

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Ep. 269 · Sep 15, 2026 · 01:07:14

Ep. 269: Psychic Influence and Spiritual Protection: Spiritual Firewall

Vijak, author of Spiritual Firewall, discusses psychic influence, spiritual protection, and the unseen forces he believes shape our everyday lives. What if the greatest battles...

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Ep. 270 · Sep 18, 2026 · 01:19:20

Ep. 270: Astrology, Tarot, and Numerology: Courage Over Comfort

Christian, founder of Courage Over Comfort Corp., joins Brandon to discuss astrology, tarot, numerology, and the occult symbolism woven through modern life. What if the symbols...

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Sep 2, 2022 · 00:01:00

What is Tinfoil Tales?

Tinfoil Tales podcast interviews real people with real experiences. Whether it's paranormal or cryptid encounters to UFOs and alien abductions, Tinfoil Tales covers it all. Truth...

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Dec 20, 2022 · 00:07:43

Christmas Special

Happy Holidays everyone! This is just a short, sweet, and cute little episode for the holiday season. Disclaimer Tinfoil Tales is a platform for others to share their experiences...

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Mar 1, 2024 · 02:08:07

Tinfoil Tales: After Dark - Ep. 2

Welcome to Tinfoil Tales: After Dark Ep. 2- On this episode we are joined by special guest cohost Erick Szilagyi from uNcomfortable podcast and our guest tonight will be Ryan Paul...

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Mar 31, 2024 · 02:07:23

Tinfoil Tales: After Dark - Ep. 3

Welcome back to another episode of the monthly livestream, Tinfoil Tales: After Dark. After Dark airs on the last Thursday of every month exclusively on YouTube, so subscribe to...

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Jun 2, 2024 · 02:12:34

Tinfoil Tales: After Dark - Ep 5 with Matt Knapp

Welcome back to tinfoil Tales: After Dark, the monthly livestream exclusively on YouTube on the last Thursday of every month. Make sure to check out Matt's show Bigfoot Crossroads...

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Jun 30, 2024 · 02:29:02

Tinfoil Tales: After Dark with Brad Lail

Welcome back to Tinfoil Tales! On this episode I am joined by my guest Brad Lail from The Awakened Podcast and Brad is here to join me as special guest cohost for this month's...

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Nov 17, 2024 · 01:48:26

Tinfoil Talks: The Mississinewa Triangle

Welcome back to Tinfoil Tales and this special ediiton of Tinfoil Talks. I am joined by Ed Corella and Matt Knapp (Bigfoot Crossroads ) and we discuss the documentary Ed and I...

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Jan 19, 2025 · 01:47:16

Tinfoil Talks: Paranormal Portal with Brent Thomas

Welcome back to another special Sunday edition of Tinfoil Tales: Tinfoil Talks. On this episode I am joined by the host of Paranormal Portal, Mr. Brent Thomas. This isn't your...

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Sep 12, 2025 · 00:36:42

Ep. 1: Foiled Fridays

Welcome to the first ever episode of Foiled Fridays. This is a little different than the normal Tinfoil Tales episodes as I am not with a guest. This will be focused on current...

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Sep 19, 2025 · 00:34:47

Ep. 2: Foiled Fridays

Welcome back to another Foiled Friday! The first episode had a lot of positive feedback and I am glad the listeners enjoyed it. This week I will talk about the recent hypocrisy...

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Oct 3, 2025 · 00:39:13

Ep. 3: Foiled Fridays

Welcome back to another Foiled Friday episode of Tinfoil Tales. For anyone who's not familiar, this is not like other Tinfoil Tale episodes. This is just a solo thinking show...

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Oct 10, 2025 · 00:37:09

Ep. 4: Foiled Fridays

Welcome back to another Foiled Fridays episode. On this one, I discuss some of the stranger things that cancel culture has been up to recently, a little bit about the struggles of...

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Oct 17, 2025 · 00:30:09

Ep. 5: Foiled Fridays

Welcome back to another Foiled Friday episode. On this little episode I rant a little bit about Big Pharma and how the government just doesn't actually care about any of us. If...

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Oct 24, 2025 · 00:28:58

Ep. 6: Foiled Fridays - Bugonia and Don't Believe Everything You Hear!

Welcome back to another Foiled Fridays! This is another solo episode with Brandon as I discuss Tinfoil Tales involvement with the new Focus Features release Bugonia, in select...

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Dec 5, 2025 · 00:56:01

Seems Sus: When the Machines Start to Think For You

If you're a fan of Tinfoil Tales, then you may enjoy Seems Sus. This was the original concept for Tinfoil Tales before it became an interview based podcast. Brandon and Ed will...

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Jan 9, 2026 · 01:00:57

Seems Sus: We Survived the Alien Invasion

In this episode of Seems Sus, Brandon and Ed kick off the new year by reacting to recent headlines, viral stories, and the constant cycle of media outrage. From failed alien...

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