In September 2025, a startling event took place just outside Rome: the 15th International Gathering of the International Association of Exorcists (IAE). This is the factual, institutional reality behind the horror movie trope. I'll break down why 300 Catholic priests from around the world convened to discuss the 'delicate and necessary ministry' of exorcism. I reveal the Church’s rigorous diagnostic process for possession, the chilling criteria used to identify genuine cases, and the documented global surge—particularly in places like Italy—that necessitates these conferences. I also look at the direct, official endorsement from Pope Leo XIV. This is the 21st-century battle against spiritual evil, sanctioned by the Vatican, and it is far more real than you think. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Step inside a house where history and the supernatural collide. The S.K. Pierce Victorian Mansion in Gardner, Massachusetts, isn't just a stunning historical landmark; it's a terrifying haunt with a dark past. Built in the 1870s by a wealthy chair manufacturer, this grand home became a hotbed for tragedy, including suspicious deaths, a shocking murder, and a case of alleged spontaneous human combustion. In this video, I'll uncover the chilling history behind the mansion's notorious reputation. From the spirits of its original family to the tormented souls of its victims, I'll detail the intense paranormal activity reported by countless visitors and investigators. With reports of physical attacks, disembodied voices, and poltergeist activity, this house truly lives up to its name as one of the most haunted places in the U.S. I also explore the recent news of the mansion's $1 million sale and what it means for the future of this terrifying landmark. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In July of 2025, a remote corner of East Carbon, Utah, became the latest site of one of the world's most enduring and bizarre mysteries. A rancher discovered his prize bull mutilated in a way that defies conventional explanation. The bull's reproductive organs were removed with surgical precision, with no blood, no tracks, and no sign of a struggle. This wasn't the work of predators or scavengers; according to the Utah Department of Agriculture, it was a genuine cattle mutilation. In this video, I'll get into the specific details of this baffling case. We explore the evidence, the theories from law enforcement and paranormal investigators, and why this Utah incident is more than just a one-off event. It's the latest chapter in a decades-long phenomenon of unexplained livestock deaths across the country and beyond From conventional explanations and ritualistic theories to the more sensational claims of government involvement and extraterrestrial activity, I'll break down every angle of this modern mystery. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a remarkable discovery at the ancient necropolis of Saqqara, archaeologists have unearthed the 4,100-year-old tomb of a man who was both a royal physician and a "Magician of the Goddess Serket." This is the story of Tetinebefou, a high-ranking official who served under King Pepi II and whose life embodied the fascinating fusion of science, medicine, and spiritual healing in the Old Kingdom. This video takes you inside the tomb's intricate walls, where vibrant carvings and inscriptions reveal Tetinebefou's diverse roles as Chief Palace Physician, Chief Dentist, and a revered magician. I explore what his tomb teaches us about ancient Egyptian medical practices, the vital role of magic in their daily lives, and the social status of professionals who could wield both a scalpel and a spell. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Archaeologists in Kazakhstan have located a sprawling complex of 150 ancient burial mounds- kurgans. Dating back to the Early Iron Age, these monuments are unlike any found before, showcasing unique shapes and a massive, moat-encircled "king's mound" that hints at a powerful, unknown civilization. Join me as we break it all down! Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A team of archaeologists in the country of Georgia has unearthed a 1.8-million-year-old human jawbone at the Orozmani excavation site. This monumental discovery is believed to be the earliest evidence yet of our ancestor Homo erectus in Eurasia, a finding that could fundamentally change our understanding of the "Out of Africa" migration. I'll explore the implications for the timeline of human migration and what this jawbone tells us about the lives of the first hominins to colonize a new continent. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is this the evidence we've been waiting for? A trail camera set up on a secluded family farm in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, captured an image just 9 days ago that is baffling even to skeptics. The camera wasn't there to try to catch Sasquatch, but it happened to click at just the right moment and what it captured is pretty compelling. Join me as we delve into the details of this case, which is just starting to create waves in the Bigfoot community! Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For decades, the Chupacabra has been a legend - a strange cryptid preying on livestock. But now, recent reports from a ranch in Tintina, Argentina, have brought the terrifying phenomenon back into the spotlight. Is the "goat-sucker" truly responsible for a recent string of mysterious livestock deaths? In this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE Jon looks at the chupacabra from its inception in 1995 to the most recent sightings on a small ranch in Argentina, and ask: is it real? Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beyond the myths of warriors and druids, the ancient Celts had a far spookier side. Join me as we uncover the true history of this enigmatic civilization, exploring their sophisticated culture and their deeply ingrained paranormal beliefs. In this video, I dive into the chilling archaeological evidence of their practices, from human sacrifices to ritualistic burials. I'll explore their beliefs in a living, breathing landscape filled with spirits and powerful, often malevolent, fae folk. This is a journey into a world where the veil between the living and the dead was thin, and the lines between magic and reality were blurred. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the quiet town of Medfield, Massachusetts, a sprawling, abandoned campus tells a forgotten story. Join me as we explore the Medfield State Hospital, a place built on a revolutionary vision of "moral treatment" that ultimately became a tragic monument to a changing world. In this video, I dive into the fascinating history of this former asylum, from its pioneering design in the late 1800s to its eventual closure in 2003. I'll uncover how it went from a self-sufficient community of healing to an overcrowded institution struggling to survive. But the story doesn't end there. We also delve into the chilling paranormal legends that have made Medfield State Hospital a hotspot for ghost hunters. I'll explore the infamous "Weeping Woman" and the unsettling whispers reported in the old infirmary. This is Part 1 of a special 2-part series on MSH... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did a man really find the body of a Bigfoot? The world was on the edge of its seat in August 2025 when a supposed cryptozoologist named Charles "Snake" Stewart claimed he would display a complete Bigfoot corpse at the New York State Fair. This is the full story of the Dack hoax, a bizarre and cynical attempt to profit from one of the world's greatest mysteries. We'll reveal the shocking identity of the man behind the scam, the glaring flaws in his "evidence," and how a simple tattoo helped to expose the lie. From the Minnesota Iceman to Rick Dyer's hoax, we'll explore the history of Bigfoot cons and the psychology that makes people fall for them on this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the frozen woods of North America, an ancient evil from the folklore of the Wabanaki people haunts the landscape. It is the Chenoo, a monster born of a heart of ice and an insatiable hunger. This is the full story of the Chenoo, a creature often compared to the Wendigo but with a crucial difference. Only on this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For over 300 years, a driverless coach pulled by headless horses has haunted Ellingham Drove in Hampshire, England. This chilling ghost story is rooted in a real and tragic historical injustice. Lady Alice Lisle, a compassionate woman unjustly executed during the Bloody Assizes in 1685 in England and still haunts numerous locations to this day. She's been seen recently as several weeks ago and Jon dives into the story of her life and execution, as well as the aftermath in this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On July 30, 2025, a daylight Bigfoot sighting in Macon County, North Carolina, stopped traffic on a busy highway. This terrifying, eyewitness report is the latest in a long history of encounters in the Appalachian Mountains.In this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE, Jon recounts what two witnesses saw on Highway 64. We'll explore the details of the creature's appearance, its speed, and the sheer disbelief of those who saw it. But this isn't just one story; we'll also connect this recent sighting to a decades-long pattern of reports, from strange vocalizations and wood knocks to past sightings on the very same road. We'll investigate why the Nantahala National Forest is a perfect habitat for a hidden species and examine the historical folklore of the region.Was this July 2025 sighting a genuine encounter, or a case of mass misidentification? Watch and see! Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #bigfoot #paranormalpodcast #paranormal #sasquatch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is a sunken city off the coast of Cuba, actually the site of the legendary Atlantis? Did a team of marine engineers stumble upon the most significant archaeological find of the 21st century? In 2001, a discovery off the coast of Cuba sent shockwaves through the scientific community: a massive underwater city with pyramids, roads, and a clear, geometric layout. Jon is back with candidate for the resting place of Atlantis - join him as he examines the sonar data, the claims of the discovery team, the compelling geological counter-arguments, and why this story has mysteriously vanished from the public eye for decades—until now. Join me as we explore the political climate that may have stalled research, the legends it connects to, and the recent viral resurgence of this incredible mystery. Is this simply a natural formation, or is it a lost civilization that will force us to rewrite history? Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Harvard Scientist Warning: Is a Hostile Alien Probe Heading for Earth? Is humanity on the brink of first contact? A groundbreaking paper by acclaimed Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb claims a mysterious interstellar object, the comet 3I/ATLAS, is not a natural phenomenon but a "reconnaissance probe" from an advanced alien civilization. Its bizarre, deliberate trajectory defies all known physics and has set the scientific community ablaze. In this deep-dive, we break down the evidence for Loeb’s controversial theory, from the comet’s improbable planetary flybys to the idea of a potential solar sail propulsion system. But what would this mean for us? We revisit the chilling warnings of the late Stephen Hawking and explore the terrifying Dark Forest Hypothesis, which suggests that making ourselves known to the cosmos could be a fatal mistake. We'll also examine the real-world implications, including the urgent call for a space probe interception mission and the political hurdles standing in the way. With a new wave of government transparency surrounding UAPs and the Pentagon’s own investigations, the conversation about alien life is no longer a fringe conspiracy—it’s a mainstream scientific debate with massive consequences. Don’t miss this comprehensive look at the most significant UFO theory of 2025. Could this be our first glimpse of a hostile alien threat? Watch to find out why some of the world's top scientists believe the answer is a terrifying "yes." Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #UFO #Alien #AviLoeb #StephenHawking #UAP #AlienProbe #Space #Science #Conspiracy #Physics #FermiParadox #UFOsighting #NASA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jon heads to the Manistee National Forest in Michigan to revisit the Dogman phenomenon and how "Dogman Tourism" is leading to an economic surge in the area, stemming from a chilling 2017 Dogman encounter on this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel with special perks! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More!https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagramhttps://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you grow up wondering about the existence of magical books and grimoires with spells, rituals, incantations, and more? Jon looks at a bunch of them on this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel with special perks! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More!https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagramhttps://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Archaeologists have discovered the remains of a sophisticated mystery people who hunted caribou on the land that would become Lake Huron roughly 9,000 years ago. Who were they? And what is their connection to early trading networks and people from thousands of miles away? Jon delves into the science behind the mystery on this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel with special perks! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/joinBuy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More!https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NUWatch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=sharedFollow Us on Instagramhttps://instagram.com/jfmthepulseWatch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCeListen on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwCListen on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475#strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Twin brothers claim to have taken a picture of a werewolf during a hike in June of 2025 in the Danes Dyke region of the United Kingdom. Is this part of a disturbing trend of lycanthrope sightings? Jon dives into all of the details on this episode of THE WEEKLY STRANGE! Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Hit That Notification Bell! Become a member of the channel with special perks! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXbrX0nrGZUw3BV5_5Jy3_w/join Buy Jon's Books on Amazon - Urban Fantasy, Horror, & More! https://amazon.com/stores/Jon-F.-Merz/author/B001JP43NU Watch THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e3c7bgjK8YzF-b7xOmY7mQI&feature=shared Follow Us on Instagram https://instagram.com/jfmthepulse Watch THE WEEKLY STRANGE playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsAnIzfzw1e2-WNyetxpKNtFS5ys2buCe Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7z1Hv1ziZzEDEiRfI8FLwC Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jfm-the-pulse-of-imagination/id1791854475 #strange #dark #mysterious #cosmic #paranormalpodcast #paranormal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices