Hello everyone, Sara here for a quick update. I know this podcast has been on hiatus for quite a while, and unfortunately that isn’t likely to change soon, but I do want to announce another podcast that I’ve been working on with my brother Jake. It’s called the Paranoid Perspective, where we share the various paranoid perspectives for unsolved mysteries and conspiracies and the like.

First episode is live now where ever you listen to podcasts. You can also watch the full episodes on YouTube with video.

Episodes will be posted every Monday at 11am CT. Hope to see you over there at The Paranoid Perspective. And remember, just because you’re paranoid, doesn’t mean they’re not watching.

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Join Sara and Sydney this week as we delve into the mysterious disappearance of Lauren Spierer, a 20-year-old Indiana University student who vanished without a trace on June 3, 2011. We explore the timeline, the search efforts, and the lingering questions that have haunted her family and community for over a decade. Join us as we uncover the details and theories surrounding this heartbreaking case.

Sources for this episode:
College Girl, Missing by Shawn Cohen
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Lauren_Spierer

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Alchemy, with its promises of transmuting base metals into gold and discovering the elixir of life, has fascinated and confounded scholars and seekers alike. Behind its veiled curtains lies a realm of esoteric knowledge, mystical symbolism, and clandestine experiments that have sparked countless theories and legends. Join Sydney and Sara as we explore the shadows of history where alchemists toiled in obscurity, pursued by rumors of arcane rituals and hidden agendas. From ancient Egypt's alchemical roots to the Renaissance courts of Europe, and even to the laboratories of modern science, the allure of alchemy persists, shrouded in conspiracy and intrigue.

Sources for this episode:"The Alchemists: The Search for the Philosopher's Stone" (2007)
"The Science of Alchemy" (2011) - part of the Secrets of the Occult series
"The Perennial Journey: Alchemy's Art and Science" (2012)
The Alchemy Website (http://www.levity.com/alchemy/)
The Digital Alchemy Collection at the Getty Research Institute (https://www.getty.edu/research/special_collections/notable/alchemy.html)
The Internet Sacred Text Archive (https://www.sacred-texts.com/alc/)
Journal of the History of Ideas
Ambix: The Journal of the Society for the History of Alchemy and Chemistry
Aries: Journal for the Study of Western Esotericism
"Alchemy: The Philosophers' Stone" by Lawrence M. Principe (article in Chemical Heritage Magazine)
"The Golden Game: Alchemical Engravings of the Seventeenth Century" by Stanislas Klossowski de Rola
"The Alchemy of Happiness" by Imam Al-Ghazzali
"Alchemy & Mysticism" by Alexander Roob
"The Secret Teachings of All Ages" by Manly P. Hall

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Have you ever heard of someone bursting into flames with no apparent cause? What could possibly cause such a phenomenon? Is this a real phenomenon or just an urban legend? Join Sara and Sydney today as we investigate five strange cases of spontaneous human combustion, delving into the science and discussing the theories that attempt to explain these mysterious occurrences. This discussion is sure to spark your interest!

Sources for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spontaneous_human_combustion

http://anomalyinfo.com/Stories/1938-october-or-19551959-october-maybelle-andrews-combustion

https://cdn.centerforinquiry.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/29/2001/03/22164832/p28.pdf

https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/features/spontaneous-human-combustion-woman-who-suffered-burns-in-germany-spurs-debate-about-controversial-phenomenon-a6722166.html

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Mary_Reeser

https://www.tampabay.com/news/florida/2019/10/17/spontaneous-combustion-in-st-petersburg-the-curious-case-of-mary-reeser/

https://allthatsinteresting.com/mary-reeser

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Irving_Bentley

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2011/sep/23/irish-pensioner-killed-spontaneous-combustion

http://anomalyinfo.com/Stories/2010-december-3031-elizabeth-mclaughlins-fiery-death

http://anomalyinfo.com/search/node/spontaneous%20human%20combustion?page=12

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Join Sydney and Sara this week as we explore the enigmatic Oak Island and its legendary hidden treasures. From the infamous Money Pit to intriguing artifacts and cryptic clues, we delve into the island's rich history and the ongoing quest to uncover its secrets. Discover the theories, the discoveries, and the enduring allure of one of the world's greatest treasure mysteries. Whether you're a history buff or a treasure hunter at heart, this episode promises to captivate your imagination. Tune in and join the adventure!

Sources for this episode:"The Oak Island Mystery" by R. V. Harris
"The Oak Island Enigma: A History and Inquiry into the Origin of the Money Pit" by Thomas P. Leary and Philip L. Schrader
"Oak Island Secrets" by Mark Finnan




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Join Sara and Sydney this week as we discuss the chilling case of the Setagaya Murders. On December 30, 2000, a family of four were brutally murdered during a home invasion. The killer left a plethora of evidence including his fingerprints, DNA and the majority of his outfit. However, the case still remains unsolved to this day.

Sources for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Setagaya_family_murder#:~:text=the%20crime%20scene.-,Investigation,killer%20in%20the%20Miyazawas'%20bathroom
https://japantoday.com/category/crime/setagaya-family-murders-remain-unsolved-23-years-later
https://medium.com/the-mystery-box/what-we-really-know-about-the-setagaya-family-murder-a87389875e71
https://www.keishicho.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/multilingual/chinese/safe_society/wanted/seijo.files/chn.pdf
https://www.asahi.com/sp/ajw/articles/13660754
Faceless Podcast Series

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Join Sydney and Sara this week as we delve into the perplexing world of the Missing 411, the phenomenon documented by Dave Paulides of baffling disappearances of individuals under mysterious circumstances in national parks and wilderness areas.
Sources for this episode

• "Missing 411: The Movie" (Documentary)
• Interviews with David Paulides on YouTube or podcast platforms like Joe Rogan Experience, Coast to Coast AM, etc.:
• "Missing 411 with David Paulides” Stuff They Don’t Want You to Know
• Reddit: r/Missing411
• The CanAm Missing Project Forum: A forum on the official website of the CanAm Missing Project, founded by David Paulides.
• "Debunking the Mystery of Missing 411: Separating Fact from Fiction"
•  "Analyzing David Paulides' Methodology: Where Does the Evidence Lead?"
•  "The Psychology of Disappearances: Understanding the Human Factors Behind Wilderness Vanishings".
• Metabunk
•  "Missing 411: A Critical Examination of Case Data"
• "Addressing Anomalies: Rational Explanations for Mysterious Wilderness Disappearances"
• "Challenging Missing 411 Theory: Identifying Weaknesses in Paulides' Hypotheses"
• "Mysterious Disappearance in National Park Baffles Investigators: Could it be Linked to the Missing 411 Phenomenon?"
• "Search Intensifies for Missing Hiker as Questions Mount in Wilderness Vanishing"
• "Exclusive Interview with Author David Paulides: Exploring the Enigma of Missing 411"
• "Vanishing Without a Trace: The Unsettling Mystery of Missing 411"
• "Family Seeks Answers as Search Enters Third Week for Missing Camper"
• "Inside the Controversial World of Missing 411: A Closer Look at the Research and Skepticism"
• "Community Rallies in Search for Missing Teenager Last Seen in National Forest"
• "Authorities Expand Search Area for Missing Backpacker as Hope Dwindles"
• "Interview with Lead Investigator: Challenges and Theories Surrounding Recent Wilderness Disappearance"
• Criminalistics: An Introduction to Forensic Science" by Richard Saferstein
• "Lost Person Behavior: A search and rescue guide on where to look - for land, air and water" by Robert J. Koester
• International Journal of Search and Rescue

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There will be no new episode this week, please check back with us on June 11 for our regularly scheduled content. 

Join Sara and Sydney this week as we explore the origins, cryptic contents and enduring enigma surrounding the Voynich Manuscript, a document that has defied decoding since it was rediscovered in 1912. Step into the world of codebreakers, linguists and historians as we unravel the mysteries of one of history’s most perplexing mysteries.

Sources for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Voynich_manuscript
https://monoskop.org/images/9/9e/Voynich_Manuscript.pdf
The Voynich Code- The World’s Most Mysterious Manuscript documentary
https://griffonagedotcom.wordpress.com/2015/04/01/primeval-animations-and-the-voynich-manuscript/
https://www.edithsherwood.com/voynich-script-and-code/index.php
https://www.nsa.gov/portals/75/documents/news-features/declassified-documents/tech-journals/voynich-manuscript-mysterious.pdf
https://stephenbax.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Voynich-a-provisional-partial-decoding-BAX.pdf
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpZD_3D8_WQ

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Join Sydney and Sara this week for a discussion on Synanon. From its humble beginnings as a drug rehabilitation program to its controversial evolution into a communal lifestyle movement, we explore the rise, fall, and lasting impact of this unique social experiment. Join us as we unravel the complex story of Synanon and its legacy in shaping modern addiction treatment and communal living.


Sources for this episode:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Synanonhttps://lamag.com/lahistory/synanon-cultThe Synanon Fix: Did the Cure Become a Cult? Docuseries


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Join Sydney and Sara this week as we delve into the enigmatic world of the Gorgon Stare. Join us as we unravel the mysteries behind this cutting-edge technology, exploring its origins, applications, and the profound implications it holds for surveillance, security, and beyond.

Source for this episode:
Eyes in the Sky: The Secret Rise of Gorgon Stare and How It Will Watch Us All by Arthur Holland Michel

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Join Sydney and Sara this week as we do a deep dive into the world of Alex Jones. Known for his controversial views and impassioned rants, Jones has become a lightning rod for conspiracy theories and alternative media. Join us as we dissect the life, career and impact of the polarizing figure.

Sources for this episode:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_Joneshttps://www.cnbc.com/2018/09/14/alex-jones-5-most-disturbing-ridiculous-conspiracy-theories.html

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Join Sara and Sydney this week as Sara reveals it all for the first time about her experience with a cult while she studied abroad in Japan from 2016-2017. JMS, also known as Providence and many other names, is a cult founded by Jung Myung-seok in 1980 and headquartered in Wol Myeong-dong, South Korea.

Sources for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Providence_(religious_movement)
In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal (2023) docuseries on Netflix
https://www.allkpop.com/buzz/2023/03/the-locations-of-the-infamous-jms-branch-churches-are-being-exposed-online

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Join Sydney and Sara as we unravel the tangled web of stories, rumors, and alleged experiments that took place at Camp Hero in Montauk, New York. From mind control experiments to time travel and encounters with extraterrestrial entities, we examine the astonishing claims that have fueled the mystique of the Montauk Project.
Sources for this episode:
https://allthatsinteresting.com/montauk-projecthttps://www.stealthskater.com/Documents/Montauk_04.pdf

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No new episode this week, we just wanted to update everyone on our new schedule going forward. We'll be posting every other week in order to provide more in depth, better researched topics.

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Join Sara and Sydney as we unravel the enigma surrounding the sudden disappearance of 28-year-old Lars Mittank during a vacation that turned into an inexplicable mystery. We delve into the timeline of events leading up to Lars Mittank's vanishing act at a Bulgarian airport in 2014.

Sources for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Lars_Mittankhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VsqATIHqAqg

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Join Sydney and Sara as we explore the rise and fall of the Heaven’s Gate cult, led by Marshall Applewhite and Bonnie Nettles, who believed in an otherworldly existence beyond Earth. We examine the origins of Heaven's Gate, its charismatic leaders, and the intricate belief system that captivated its followers, uncovering the group's radical ideologies, from UFO conspiracies to notions of ascension and spiritual evolution, as we navigate the events leading up to the tragic mass suicide in 1997.

Sources for this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heaven%27s_Gate_(religious_group)

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Join Sydney and Sara this week as we cover the Delphi Murders. On February 13, 2017, two young teenage girls, Abby Williams and Libby German, went missing along the Monon High Bridge trail. The next day they were found off the trail, brutally murdered. This started a years’ long search for the killer, which culminated in an arrest made in October 2022. The trial is currently set for October 2024.

Sources for this episode:
Down the Hill: My Descent Into the Double Murder in Delphi by Susan Hendricks
https://www.indystar.com/story/news/crime/2023/12/06/delphi-murders-heres-a-look-at-some-key-dates-in-the-case/71812817007/
https://fox59.com/indiana-news/who-is-richard-allen-what-we-know-about-delphi-suspect/
Down the Hill: The Delphi Murders (2020) on HBO Max
https://www.wndu.com/2024/01/14/attorneys-delphi-murders-suspect-file-motion-move-him-another-different-prison/

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Join Sydney and Sara in this gripping episode where we delve into the harrowing tale of the Donner Party, a group of pioneers whose ill-fated journey across the Sierra Nevada mountains in 1846-1847 turned into one of the most infamous stories of survival and tragedy in American history.

Sources for this episode:
https://www.legendsofamerica.com/ca-donnerparty/

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Join Sara and Sydney as we dive into new technology for in vitro fertilization (IVF), uncovering how robots are transforming the landscape of assisted reproductive technology. We discuss the potential benefits, challenges and ethical considerations surrounding the integration of robotics into IVF.

Sources for this episode:
https://www.technologyreview.com/2023/04/25/1071933/first-babies-conceived-sperm-injecting-robot-ivf-automation-icsi-overture/

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