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On this electric episode of Paranormal Lens: we capture lightning in a bottle, as we have a candid conversation about thunderstorms and the paranormal. Can storms really increase paranormal activity? Does water retain spiritual energy? And... hold up, did Ben really just say he saw an alien in a mirror? All that and more from your trusted paranormal news source, AccuWeather.! Wait, no. I meant to type Paranormal Lens. Definitely Paranormal Lens. Please do not get your paranormal news from AccuWeather…

On this exciting new episode of Paranormal Lens: We always talk about how, as a ghost hunting group, our 3 core members don't agree on anything. And how that's actually a GOOD thing. EVERYTHING in the paranormal is nuanced, and there's rarely a simple yes or no answer to many of the common questions we get asked. So on this episode, we're proving it! We’ve gathered a series of deceptively simple “yes or no” questions, covering everything from classic definitions and popular theories to the ultimate question: do we even believe in ghosts? There’s just one rule… the episode doesn’t end until all three of us can agree on something! What starts as a straightforward exercise quickly unravels into debates, contradictions, and some unexpected moments of unified clarity. And we invite YOU to play along with us: How many of these questions can you answer with a simple yes or no? And do you agree with any of our takes? Let us know in the comments!

Part 2 of our discussion asking if there are ANY risks in simply watching paranormal investigations, whether live-streamed or pre-recorded? Can something truly cross the threshold from screen to home, or is that fear rooted in suggestion and atmosphere? In this episode we turn to TikTok specifically, and the hoards of people that impulsively comment "sorry" and/or "I claim no negativity from this post" on anything even vaguely paranormal-related on the platform. Why do they do this? What are all these people on TikTok "sorry" for? And how do we respond? We also react to a very well made and articulately stated TikTok by Paranormal Teej regarding all the "sorry" comments. Go give her a follow at https://www.tiktok.com/@paranormalteej

On this thought-provoking episode of Paranormal Lens: the team dives into a question sparked by their recent experiments with TikTok Lives: is there ANY real risk in simply watching paranormal investigations, whether live-streamed or pre-recorded? Can something truly cross the threshold from screen to home, or is that fear rooted in suggestion and atmosphere? The conversation pushes beyond the viewer experience and turns inward, asking a more uncomfortable question for creators themselves: does producing paranormal content come with a responsibility? From the ethics of broadcasting rituals and incantations to whether content advisories or even censorship should play a role, this episode explores the blurred line between entertainment, belief, and unintended consequences.

This is a rare, completely off-the-cuff and unplanned episode of Paranormal Lens. While prepping for a totally different episode, we got the longest, most specific and frantic Instagram DM ever on our main Crossroads of Curiosities page. It was from a frightened homeowner begging for us to come and rid an alleged "demon" from their home, that was scratching her children and attacking her husband. Unlike most paranormal groups out there though, we don't take on residential cases. And in this raw conversation, we explain why. We discuss all of our concerns regarding residential cases, ranging from the ethical to the psychological.

This episode of Paranormal Lens dives into the eerie world of ritual “games,” including the infamous Hooded Man Ritual and the unsettling legend of Baby Blue, Blue Baby (which co-hosts Ben and Angela actually attempted on their 2nd date). Are these games merely modern folklore, or do intention, belief, and repetition open the door to something genuinely unexplained? This episode explores where imagination ends and where something else might begin...

On this episode of Paranormal Lens: we give a free-wheeling recap of the incredible 10th annual MidWest WeirdFest we attended in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. A slew of behind-the-scenes stories that honestly sound too weird to be true take center stage in this episode, as our trip to the MidWest WeirdFest turns into a whirlwind of uncanny encounters and bizarre coincidences. From strange interactions with people who seemed to know a little too much, to mind-blowing synchronicities that lead to even more mysteries of Jacques being revealed... we unpack the eerie energy surrounding the festival itself while also highlighting some of its standout films: The Philip Experiment - https://thephilipexperiment.com The Hole Story - https://www.facebook.com/TheHoleStoryMovie/ The Mid-Night Driver - https://www.instagram.com/alex_cherney/ Seven: The Mystery Of Jacques - https://paraflixx.vhx.tv/seven-the-mystery-of-jacques

On this long-awaited episode of Paranormal Lens: we dive deep into music and the paranormal. We discuss the popular Singapore Theory, which proposes that playing familiar music could trigger paranormal activity. We also discuss music as a ritual; how it might heal or help the potential entities present; and why old theaters and opera houses are so haunted. This episode is dedicated to all the Swifties out there.

On this BIG episode of Paranormal Lens, we finally tackle America's favorite cryptid in-depth. Is Bigfoot really an elusive unknown creature? Or could it just be a bear? Or a hairy man? Or maybe Bigfoot is really an inter-dimensional being! And why is there a correlation between areas with a high Furry population and frequent Bigfoot sightings??? This episode is a doozy, and might just serve as the inspiration for the next blockbuster smash-hit "Jacques vs. Bigfoot." Hollywood producers, you know where to find us: crossroadsofcuriosities@gmail.com

On this episode of Paranormal Lens: we discuss a recent Estes Method session that caught us all off guard, because it was conducted... telepathically. What are the implications of this session? Is telepathy real? And if so, what does it mean about psychic phenomena and the paranormal at large?

"Pere Cheney: Plague In The Pines" is now streaming on PARAFlixx: https://paraflixx.vhx.tv/pere-cheney-plague-in-the-pines-paraflixx-paranormal-plus On this episode of Paranormal Lens; we discuss the superstition, lore, and perceived risks surrounding whistling in the woods at night. Could merely whistling alert something supernatural to your presence? The conversation also veers (or as Brie calls it, "devolves") to discuss Bigfoot calls and their effectiveness. This episode has a little bit of everything, including references to our recent projects "Pere Cheney: Plague In The Pines" and "Seven: The Mystery of Jacques"!

"Pere Cheney: Plague In The Pines" is NOW STREAMING on Paraflixx: https://paraflixx.vhx.tv/pere-cheney-plague-in-the-pines-paraflixx-paranormal-plus The legend of Pere Cheney has long been one of Michigan’s most talked-about ghost stories. With the help of the local historical society, this documentary offers a fresh and entirely new perspective on Pere Cheney’s haunted history. By separating fact from folklore, putting real names to long-muddied legends, and uncovering a historical discovery that changes everything, the film reexamines what we truly know about this infamous piece of Michigan folklore.

In this free-wheeling "old-school" episode of Paranormal Lens: We bring the FUN back to ghost hunting! What are the benefits of bringing joy, laughter, comradely, and fantasy to the haunted spaces we investigate? Brienna also educates us on the nuances and misunderstood history of Dungeons & Dragons; and we come up with a pretty interesting Stranger Things theory that surprisingly explains the lackluster ending (and excuses the Duffer Brothers in the process).

In honor of Groundhog Day, we discuss strange "glitches" in the memory matrix: the Mandela Effect, deja vu, and the Backrooms. Come break your brains with us, as we analyze some of our favorite memory mind-f*cks!

On this episode of Paranormal Lens: You’re probably using your phone to listen to this podcast... but could that same device be used to hunt ghosts? We break down the most popular “ghost hunting” apps and tools, examine which (if any) have legitimate investigative value, and debate our differing perspectives on whether smartphone tech belongs in a credible paranormal investigation at all.

On this episode of Paranormal Lens, we touch base on rituals: when, if ever, should they be utilized on our ghost hunts? The conversation uses our recent film "Seven: The Mystery of Jacques" as well as last year's film "Dweller" (winner of Best TV/New Media Feature at the MidWest WeirdFest) to help articulate our points. We discuss what makes "Seven: The Mystery of Jacques" different than some of the past rituals we've been a part of, as well as reveal what "Dweller" got wrong. "Seven: The Mystery of Jacques" is now streaming on PARAFlixx: https://paraflixx.vhx.tv/seven-the-mystery-of-jacques

Do paranormal re-enactments cross an ethical line, or are they a necessary storytelling tool? On this episode of Paranormal Lens, we explore how ghost hunting TV shows and documentaries recreate eyewitness encounters, and whether staging these b-roll shots could risk misleading audience. We also analyze these re-enactments from the spirits' perspective: could dramatizing their death trigger more activity to occur? This episode also contains a shocking revelation: not only is Brienna a blonde, but SHE'S ALSO AN OPERA SINGER. How did we not know this???

In this episode of Paranormal Lens: hosts Ben, Brienna, and Angela discuss the infamous 18.9 Hz “ghost frequency,” a form of infrasound believed to trigger feelings of unease and dread. Is the fear we feel in haunted locations truly paranormal, or could our bodies be reacting to sound we can’t consciously hear? Ben also reveals the one time he intentionally used the ghost frequency in a film, sparking a discussion about the ethics of inducing fear through sound design. The conversation also dives into rumors that some well-known haunted sites may intentionally pump infrasound to enhance activity and mislead ghost hunters. Also: what is the connection between Bigfoot and infrasound?

In this episode of Paranormal Lens, we explore the chilling lore and theories surrounding the Hat Man, one of the most commonly reported shadow figures in modern paranormal accounts. Often described as a tall, dark silhouette wearing a wide-brimmed hat or top hat, the Hat Man frequently appears during episodes of sleep paralysis, in haunted locations, and in altered states of consciousness. Is he a single entity, a type of shadow person, or a shared hallucination shaped by fear, culture, and expectation? The discussion also dives into connections between the Hat Man and older occult concepts like the Dweller on the Threshold, the shadow self, egregores, and doppelgängers, questioning whether witnesses are seeing an actual entity... or merely its shadow.

First it was cheese. Then it was owls. Now, we're looking at Santa Claus through a paranormal lens. Who (or what) is Santa really? What if he's just a Coke-fueled capitalistic creation? Or worse: the devil in disguise? We sincerely hope this episode enhances your Christmas instead of ruining it...