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I'm honored to be a guest on with Strange Darkness Radio with Carolyn, Bobby, and Amy as we discuss Ed Gein and tell my Jeffrey Dahmer encounter.
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Listen in to the spookiest tales of the Midwest told by a lifelong Wisconsinite.
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🕵️♂️ True crime meets paranormal mystery! In this episode, John teams up once again with Tracy and Jeremy from the Total Conundrum podcast to explore the chilling true story of Daniel LaPlante—a man who secretly lived inside a family's walls before holding them hostage.
🕳️ What’s inside:
A deep dive into LaPlante’s disturbing childhood and psychological profile
Creepy accounts of noises, stolen food, and clothing that vanished
The terrifying night a family returned home to find their worst nightmare
The escalation from intruder to triple homicide
Discussion of the strange overlap between true crime and the paranormal
BONUS: A hilarious and eerie True or False game featuring bizarre "people living in walls" stories from around the world
🎧 Special Guests: Tracy and Jeremy from Total Conundrum share their thoughts, research, and spooky laughs. Don't miss their previous collab with John on the Doveland mystery!
👻 Whether you're here for true crime, paranormal vibes, or weird real-life stories, this one has it all.
🔗 Links & Extras:
Listen to Total Conundrum: https://totalconundrum.com/
Watch the HBO documentary on Daniel LaPlante
Check out Your Worst Nightmare, Real Murders of Elm Street, and Frogging: Hider in My House
"You checked under the bed... but did you check inside the walls?"
Sunday Jul 06, 2025
Sunday Jul 06, 2025
Sunday Jul 06, 2025
🛸 Episode Summary:In this extraordinary episode of Dairyland Frights, host John welcomes the powerful and enlightening Monica Bermudez—a quantum purpose activator, galactic channeler, and best-selling author—for a deep dive into the mystical, cosmic, and personal. Monica shares her journey from electrical engineer to spiritual teacher, revealing how she overcame trauma, discovered her light language, and now channels ancient dragon energy to help others awaken their power.
💫 Highlights Include:I
Monica’s transformative spiritual awakening after divorce
Her experience growing up with psychic abilities and ghost sightings
Channeling light language and ancient dragon energy
The heart-centered difference between ego and true channeling
The importance of clearing inner patterns and self-worth
Her move to Mount Shasta, a known paranormal and UFO hotspot
Insights on extraterrestrial encounters and being half-galactic
How sensitivity is a superpower—and why everyone has latent spiritual gifts
Bigfoot sightings and energetic connections in sacred land
Sweat lodges, portals, and the healing power of nature
📚 Featured Book:Cracking the Sacred Heart Code – A practical guide and channeled workbook to unlock the power of the sacred heart.
🎧 Also Mentioned:
Monica’s podcast, Ascended Earth
Galactic guides, multidimensional awareness, and spiritual protection
Channeling as empowerment, not dependency
🌟 Quote of the Episode:"Everyone is paranormal. We all have intuitive gifts—we just need to awaken them." — Monica Bermudez
Friday Jul 04, 2025
Friday Jul 04, 2025
Friday Jul 04, 2025
In this bone-chilling episode of Nightland Frights, we’re diving into the eerie and unexplained. These aren’t campfire tales or urban legends—these are real horror stories that happened to real people.
🕵️♂️ Featured Stories:
👣 The Enfield Monster – In 1973 rural Illinois, a strange creature with three legs, flashlight-sized eyes, and a slimy gray body terrorized a small town. One man fired shots at the beast—but it vanished into the night. Was it mass hysteria… or something otherworldly?
🎤 Haunted Elsa Doll – A Houston family tries everything to get rid of a possessed Elsa doll that sings on its own—even with no batteries. But every time they throw it away, it comes back. Is it a prank… or a cursed toy that doesn’t want to let go?
🧱 Dead Animals in the Walls – A Pennsylvania family discovers their house is insulated with animal carcasses linked to Pennsylvania Dutch “pow-wow” folk magic. Could these occult rituals still be active today?
🔥 Florida Devil Worshipping Ritual – A respected teacher in St. Petersburg shocks the community with a bizarre fire ritual involving her former students. She claimed it was to “burn out demons”—but what was really possessing her?
🔮 You’ll hear about:
Unsettling eyewitness reports
Occult connections to historical traditions
Cursed objects that refuse to die
Disturbing rituals hidden behind suburban smiles
🎧 Whether you’re a believer, a skeptic, or somewhere in between, these stories will rattle your nerves and test your courage.
References:
https://www.esquire.com/news-politics/news/a39179/five-real-life-horror-stories/
Sunday Jun 29, 2025
Sunday Jun 29, 2025
In this eye-opening episode of Dairyland Frights, host John welcomes Paul G. Vecchiet, a former Air Force officer turned spiritual seeker and author of The Disclosure Paradox. Paul shares his incredible journey from military insider to metaphysical guide—uncovering hidden bases, cryogenic chambers, and the spiritual role of alien contact.
🚨 Topics Covered:
👷♂️ Paul’s time at Wright-Patterson AFB and the mysterious Foreign Technology Division
🧊 Discovery of a secret cryogenic chamber and underground base
👽 Contact with “The Watchers” and the truth behind alien abductions
🧘♂️ Indigo meditation, karmic law, and humanity’s spiritual test
✍️ Why Paul chose fiction to tell the truth in his novel The Disclosure Paradox
🩸 The shocking DNA findings behind the Shroud of Turin (and his upcoming sequel)
🧬 Are we genetically flawed? What aliens say about our “original sin”
🚫 Why disclosure might never happen—and what would happen if it did
🧠 Key Takeaways:
Humanity is under spiritual quarantine, not just technological.
Karma plays a cosmic role in shaping lives, even across lifetimes.
The Disclosure Paradox explains why we’re not ready for alien contact.
Bigfoot? Maybe not a cryptid—possibly a cosmic sentinel.
📚 Books by Paul G. Vecchiet
The Disclosure Paradox – Out now
Salvation (Book Two) – Coming October 2025
What Doesn’t Kill Her (Prequel) – Coming June 2026🔗 Visit: https://thedisclosureparadox.com
🗣️ Quote of the Episode:"Others have a greater impact on us than we have on ourselves." – Paul G. Vecchiet
Sunday Jun 22, 2025
Sunday Jun 22, 2025
Sunday Jun 22, 2025
In this thrilling episode of Dairyland Frights, host John welcomes the family trio behind the paranormal podcast Sirens of the Supernatural: Rhonda, her daughter Lindsay, and cousin Ryan. They dive deep into their chilling personal encounters with the supernatural, including haunted childhood homes, eerie dreams that came true, ghostly footsteps in creepy basements, and an unforgettable Ouija board session.
From Appalachia ghost lore to cursed dolls, Trans-Allegheny spirits, and even the terrifying entity known as “Legion,” the group explores how the paranormal has shaped their lives. They also share legendary urban myths from their home states of North Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee—including the mysterious Brown Mountain Lights, the soul-snatching Wampus Cat, and the moonshine-loving cryptid, the Snallygaster!
Highlights Include:
👻 Rhonda’s psychic dreams and emotional energy sensitivity
🐾 Lindsay’s childhood ghost story—gray marble feet under her sister’s bed
👁️ Ryan’s terrifying encounter with a possible demonic entity in a group home
🧸 Haunted dolls, eerie dreams, and the dangers of Ouija boards
🪵 Urban legends: Brown Mountain Lights, the Wampus Cat, and the Snallygaster
🚫 Why some spirits may follow you home… and how to deal with them
💡 Paranormal investigation tips, cultural legends, and haunted history
Guest Info:🔮 Sirens of the Supernatural is hosted by Rhonda, Lindsay, and Ryan—three family members with deep ties to Appalachian folklore and paranormal investigation. Tune in to their podcast for more spine-tingling tales.
Connect with Them:
🎧 Podcast: Sirens of the Supernatural (available wherever you get your podcasts)
📱 Social Media: @sirensofthesupernatural
Mentioned Locations & Legends:
Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum, WV
Brown Mountain, NC
Snallygaster sightings in VA & MD
Cherokee legends of the Wampus Cat
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
In this hilarious and haunting episode of Dairyland Frights, host John dives deep into the wild world of cryptids with Derek and LD (Lady Dame) from the Monster Crush podcast. Together, they celebrate the weirdest creatures, the power of humor in horror, and the strange ways we fall in love with monsters.
👻 In This Episode:
The heartfelt and hilarious origins of the Monster Crush podcast
LD’s unforgettable Twitch show Smutty Saturdays (featuring fanfiction, tentacles & more!)
Derek’s haunted college days and a possibly possessive ghost
LD’s terrifying sleep paralysis demons: The Hat Man, the Hag, and the Changeling
John's ghostly encounter with "Sarah," the barn spirit, and a mysterious paranormal mark that still lingers!
Cryptids we can’t stop talking about: The Beast of Bray Road, Slender Man, Paul Bunyan, the X-Monkey (!), and the infamous Dildo Pond Monster 😳
Wild tales of veggie vampires, the Japanese Hairy Fish, and the truly bizarre Czechoslovakian Dong Wrangler
💀 Hot Topics Include:
Why humor belongs in paranormal podcasting
Spectrophilia: ghost lovers, haunted honeymoons, and phantom flings
The line between folklore, fiction, and true terror
Top ridiculous cryptids that may or may not exist (but we hope they do)
🧠 Guests:
Derek & LD from Monster Crush, the podcast that asks: “What if the monster was hot though?”
🎧 Listen Now on your favorite podcast platform!💫 Rate & Review to support independent paranormal creators.
Sunday Jun 08, 2025
Sunday Jun 08, 2025
Sunday Jun 08, 2025
In this episode of Dairyland Frights, join host John as he welcomes the captivating Sophia Temperilli, a seasoned paranormal investigator and host of her podcast, The Ghost Host. Together, they embark on a thrilling exploration of haunted houses, cryptids, and the intricate world of the supernatural.
Sophia shares her personal experiences growing up in a haunted home, revealing the chilling moments that shaped her passion for the paranormal. From shadowy figures to eerie EVPs, she recounts the haunting tales that have followed her throughout her life. The conversation takes a light-hearted turn as they discuss everything from the infamous Chupacabra to the peculiarities of Ouija boards and cursed dolls.
As they delve into the complexities of paranormal investigations, John and Sophia examine the importance of skepticism, the role of psychic abilities, and the emotional weight of living with the supernatural. With laughter and insight, they navigate the fine line between belief and disbelief, sharing their thoughts on famous haunted locations and the ghosts that linger within.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone fascinated by the mysteries of the paranormal, featuring personal anecdotes, expert insights, and a touch of humor. Tune in and prepare for a spine-tingling journey into the unknown!
00:00 - Make sure you rate and subscribe to this podcast and give us five stars
02:37 - The chupacabra, which is a cryptid, is Mexican
03:06 - Sophie says she's still traumatized from living in a haunted house
07:31 - Did you have an experience before that of a paranormal, um, experience
09:41 - Sophie: In my home haunting, I did not receive help
14:07 - Have you ever been on an investigation or talking to somebody that frightened you
19:32 - Did you tell the owners it was haunted? Did you sell the house
20:04 - John York almost bought the Amityville Horror House, this club
24:48 - You lived in a Haunted house that affected you
27:12 - What do you think about orbs? I think it's probably dust
32:04 - Nine out of ten paranormal investigators have a room full of dolls
33:44 - If someone sends you a cursed doll for Christmas, would you keep it
36:57 - You could get double the work done with a ghost in your laptop
38:23 - John says he uses Ouija boards but doesn't touch them
41:49 - One teenager came to me with an Ouija board in a cemetery
45:28 - What is your favorite paranormal investigation and why
50:22 - The lizard needs food. Yeah, I hear you. I'm a PR candidate. I can ask questions. Um, I've been doing that
50:42 - The Ghost Host grew up around psychics, and their accuracy astounds him
55:44 - John: I think we all have a vibratio,n and maybe manifestation is possible
59:47 - Viking says he has four spirit guides and is doing well
01:04:26 - I have a lot of questions about my forest living in this life
01:06:59 - So before we wrap up, I always ask this question of my paranormal investigators
01:10:06 - I'd love to go to Dracula's castle and investigate some investigations
01:10:27 - Sophia Temperili's show is now on Spotify and iTunes
References:
https://allaroundadventure.com/sophia-temperilli-the-ghost-host/
Ghosthunting.com
https://www.ghosthunting.com
Liveparanormal.com
https://www.liveparanormal.com
The Ghost Host
https://www.theghosthost.com
Scooby Doo
https://www.scoobydoo.com
Women on the Fringe
https://www.womenonthefringe.com
Ghosted Magazine
https://www.ghostedmagazine.com
Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
The Poltergeist and the Girl: Tina Resch’s Unbelievably Strange Story
🔮 Episode Summary:In this episode of Nightland Frights, we dive into the haunting and heart-wrenching tale of Tina Resch, a 14-year-old girl from Ohio who, in 1984, became the center of one of America's most notorious poltergeist cases. When objects began flying through her home, her foster mother reached out—not to a priest or psychologist—but to a journalist.
What followed was a media circus, a scientific investigation, and a national debate between believers and skeptics. But behind the flashing cameras and flying phones was a deeply troubled girl navigating trauma, fame, and suspicion. Was Tina truly haunted? Or was she crying out in the only way she knew how?
We explore the broader history of poltergeists, the bizarre preference these spirits seem to have for teenage girls, and how centuries of folklore, misogyny, and media hysteria shaped this unforgettable story.
👻 Topics Covered:
The chilling events in the Resch household
Photo evidence and national media attention
The role of parapsychologist William Roll
The skeptical intervention of magician James Randi
The history of poltergeists and why they often focus on young women
How trauma and adolescence may fuel hauntings
The tragic and complex aftermath for Tina Resch
🧠 Key Takeaways:
Poltergeist cases often center around vulnerable, adolescent girls.
The intersection of media, trauma, and the supernatural can distort reality.
The Tina Resch case serves as both a paranormal mystery and a sobering commentary on how we treat troubled youth.
📚 Resources & References:
VICE article: “The Unbelievably Sad and Strange Story of a Girl and Her Poltergeist”
Unleashed: Of Poltergeists and Murder by William Roll
James Randi’s investigations into paranormal claims
Historical records of 19th-century poltergeist cases
🎧 Listen If You Like:
Real-life haunting stories with a psychological twist
Exploring the dark side of supernatural fame
Paranormal phenomena grounded in history and social commentary
🔗 Stay Connected:Follow us on @dairylandfrights on Instagram, @dairylandfrights on X, @dairylandfrigthspodcast Facebook, and if you’ve ever experienced a haunting—or been haunted by your past—drop us a line at dairylandfrights@gmail.com. We’d love to share your story.
Sunday Jun 01, 2025
Sunday Jun 01, 2025
In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, John welcomes back the incredible Deborah, a medium, intuitive, and creator of Paranormal Paradigma. As always, Deborah brings wisdom, empathy, and spiritual insight to the mic. Together, they explore:
Deborah’s unique work as a medium and how her connection with spirit guides leads to healing
How healing with your guides can transform trauma, self-abandonment, and inner wounding
Why men may struggle more with spiritual vulnerability—and how that’s slowly changing
John’s deeply personal experience with Deborah's spirit guide session and the emotional impact it had
How spirit guide healing complements therapy and works at the subconscious level
The connection between mental health and spiritual healing, especially during Mental Health Awareness Month
👻 Case Spotlight: The Devil Made Me Do It – The Trial of Arne Cheyenne Johnson
John and Deborah then dive into one of the most infamous paranormal cases in U.S. history:
The 1981 Connecticut murder case, where Arne Johnson claimed demonic possession as a legal defense
The alleged possession of 11-year-old David Glatzel by over 30 demons
The involvement of Ed and Lorraine Warren and their controversial role in publicizing the case
How this real-life story inspired The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It
A twist involving the alleged drugging of the family with Sominex and its possible psychological effects
Deborah’s perspective as a medium: Was it spiritual, psychological, or both?
🧠 Key Themes:
Spirit guides and healing beyond the veil
Subconscious trauma and how it manifests
Skepticism vs. spiritual reality
The complexity of belief, truth, and personal experience
Mental illness, stigma, and the paranormal
🛸 Links & Resources:
📺 Watch: The Devil Made Me Do It documentary (Netflix)
📕 Book: The Devil in Connecticut by Gerald Brittle
🔮 Follow Deborah: @ParanormalParadigma
🙌 Support the Show:
🌟 Rate & review Dairyland Frights on Apple Podcasts or Spotify
💌 Share this episode with your spooky friends
💬 Got a paranormal story? Email us dairylandfrights@gmail.com or reach out on socials!
🎧 Stay Spooky, Friends.
Thanks for listening—and remember: you're never truly alone.
Wednesday May 28, 2025
Wednesday May 28, 2025
Wednesday May 28, 2025
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, I re-released this episode of Dairyland Frights, featuring host John as he welcomes the incredible Amazing Robyn, a clandestine healer with an astonishing background, ranging from gospel teaching to consulting high-level government officials. Robyn shares her extraordinary journey, revealing how her supernatural gifts have allowed her to advise royal families, Hollywood elites, and global business leaders in times of crisis.
Listeners will be spellbound as Robin discusses her unique approach to healing, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's beliefs and the power of the mind. Delve into her experiences with clients facing profound challenges, including a gripping case of a young girl who lost her identity overnight. Robyn’s insights into the nature of darkness and healing will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the supernatural.
This episode is filled with thought-provoking revelations, laughter, and a touch of the bizarre as Robyn explains how she navigates the complex world of psychic phenomena and the responsibility that comes with her gifts. Prepare for a journey into the unknown that will challenge your perceptions and inspire your spiritual awakening.
00:00 - Dairyland Frights features the amazing Robyn. Hello, my spooky friends
01:14 - Robyn is a clandestine healer whose reputation precedes her
04:15 - Robyn has been a gospel teacher for 15 years, and then a spiritual awakening
05:41 - You talked about your supernatural, uh, abilities and things of that nature
07:14 - How did you develop your abilities? Was there any training
12:12 - Robyn: I think people should be cautious about relying on psychic revelations
16:32 - How do you approach difficult or sensitive topics in a therapy session
21:24 - Spectrophilia is when women or men have sex with ghosts
24:51 - Certain frequencies dismiss certain spirits, but it's very temporary
26:57 - Robyn Winslow says he's about 99% accurate with predictions
31:04 - Have you ever feared for your life because of something you said
32:44 - Robyn, has anyone ever used you for sexual purposes
37:53 - What are some of the most surprising or unexpected messages you have received
40:31 - Robyn: I spent a lot of my life trying to prove my worth to God
43:34 - People often think God is all-knowing and sees everything about them
48:43 - What was the most challenging client you had
52:41 - When I meet people, some people are immediately attracted to me
54:36 - Your anxiety and panic attacks make you have full compassion, John says
56:49 - Robyn: I have anger issues. I've always had anger issues
01:00:43 - A lot of Christians believe they need to suffer to be Christ-like
01:03:31 - Robyn will be teaching spiritual protocols to the public and the masses
References
https://www.amazingrobyn.com/
I'm honored to be a guest on with Strange Darkness Radio with Carolyn, Bobby, and Amy as we discuss Ed Gein and tell my Jeffrey Dahmer encounter.
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Jackie, Renee, and Nick exspiravitparanormal caught this face in a mirror during an investigation at White Hill Manor.
Heather from https://www.instagram.com/suddenlyhaunted/ collects curesed dolls. Creepy.
Nightland Frights: Enter the Realm of Nightmares. Listen if you dare to be scared.
Time Magazine called the prison “the bloodiest 47 acres in America.” Today, guides and guests alike attest to the apparitions, unusual sounds, and eerie vibes filling this infamous prison.
https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/haunted-history-of-the-missouri-state-penitentiary
Be aware this episode contains explicit and sensitive content.
I am joined by Cynthia a solitary eclectic Satanic witch, which means she does her witchcraft alone and combines different elements of mysticism into a personal mix of all kinds of currents that feel good and fit her. Cynthia works a lot with the Goddess Lilith and Lucifer, which makes my craft a left-handed side-step from witchcraft. Don't be scared now: She's a good witch :) We discuss all magic, the occult, and the misunderstanding of what people believe. Open your mind and learn not to judge.
Please donate to help me at https://www.patreon.com/DairylandFrights
Where to find Cynthia
instagram.com/mansionindarkness/
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Source links
https://www.learnreligions.com/types-of-magic-95961
https://www.britannica.com/topic/magic-supernatural-phenomenon/Magic-and-religion
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_occult_terms
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Occult
https://digitaloccultlibrary.commons.gc.cuny.edu/glossary-of-terms/
Jane and Deklan from The Brutal Bizarre and Boozy Podcast join me to talk about UFOs and the Sturgeon Bay Sighting. Check us out on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DairylandFrights
Where to find Jane and Deklan's Podcast
Instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy
linktr.ee/brutal_bizarre_boozy
Reseach links
wisconsinfrights.com/coral-lorenzen-ufo-research/
wiproud.com/news/local-news/the-strange-phenomenon-of-ufo-sightings-in-wisconsin/
https://www.wisconsinfrights.com/sturgeon-bay-flying-saucer/
Ed a guide from Door County Trolley Ghost Tours shares terrifying tales and experiences from the Ghost tours. Prepare to take the terrifying trolley to the paranormal world.
Instagram: Door County Trolley Ghost Tour
facebook.com/doorcountytrolley/
Brie Hollingshead from Paranormal Roadtrips joins me on this Midwest scary road trip where we visit the creepiest and scariest places in the Midwest. Get in your and let's drive and remember you can go but you can never leave.
Where you can find Brie
SCARY ROAD TRIP PLACES WE VISITED ON THE EPISODE
INDIANA
THE STORY INN: Nashville, Indiana
Randolph Asylum: Winchester, IN
Alton, Il
Mcpike Mansion
MICHIGAN
Whitefish Point LighthouseChippewa County, Michigan
Nahma Inn, Nahma, MI
IOWA
Villisca Axe Murder House, Villisca,IA
Edinburgh Manor, Monticello, IA
KANSAS
Sallie House, Atchinson KS
1889 McInteer, Villa Atchinson KS
MISSOURI
Missouri Penitentiary Jefferson City, Missouri
Lemp Mansion: ST Louis, MO
OHIO
Ohio State Reformatory Mansfield, Ohio
Franklin Castle Cleveland, OH