Spooky or Not Podcast

Ari and Julia

"Spooky or Not" is hosted by friends Ari and Julia, who dive headfirst into the enigmatic world of all things spooky, bizarre, paranormal, and beyond. Join this duo as they explore the unexplained. With a mix of humor, curiosity, and a healthy dose of skepticism, they take on the unconventional territories of the supernatural, discussing ghostly encounters, unsolved mysteries, urban legends, and more. "Spooky or Not" aims to provide thrilling tales, engaging discussions, and an amusing blend of the eerie and the entertaining. Tune in for a spine-tingling exploration of the unknown.

  1. 05/26/2025

    Monster MAYhem

    It’s bracket time! In this special episode of Spooky or Not, we’re pitting some of the world’s most legendary cryptids and paranormal creatures against each other in a head-to-head tournament. From Bigfoot and Mothman to Skinwalkers and Black Eyed Kids, we debate who would win in a supernatural showdown. Will your favorite make it to the final round? Fill out your bracket ahead of time using the link in the episode description and play along with us. This one’s all for fun, but fair warning: we’ve got strong opinions. Let the Monster Mayhem begin. Check out our Instagram to stay updated! Email us with your thoughts and any spooky stories you’d like us to read on a future episode - Spookyornotpodcast@gmail.com Spooky or Not Podcast Suggestion Form Monster MAYhem Bracket

    1h 5m

  2. 04/22/2025

    Beyond the Pines: Legends, Lies, and the Lore of Bigfoot

    In this episode, we journey deep into the woods to explore one of the most iconic legends in cryptid lore: Bigfoot. From ancient indigenous stories to modern-day sightings, we look at the history, theories, and cultural obsession surrounding this elusive creature. We break down the most well-known encounters - including the infamous Patterson-Gimlin footage - and examine casts, hair samples, and even an FBI file. We also dive into wild theories: is Bigfoot a relic hominid, a government cover-up, or something... otherworldly? Whether you're a full-on believer or a skeptic with a soft spot for Harry and the Hendersons, this one's for you. Monster MAYhem Bracket Check out our Instagram to stay updated! Email us with your thoughts and any spooky stories you’d like us to read on a future episode - Spookyornotpodcast@gmail.com Spooky or Not Podcast Suggestion Form The Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization The FBI Vault - Bigfoot Part 01 (Final) History.com - Bigfoot was Investigated by the FBI. Here’s what they Found Smithsonian Magazine - Why Do So Many People Still Want to Believe in Bigfoot?  American Museum of Natural History - Beyond Bigfoot LiveScience.com - Is Bigfoot real?  DiscoveryUK.com - The Patterson-Gimlin Film: Evidence of Bigfoot or Elaborate Hoax? DavidWalker1964 - Roger Patterson Bigfoot Footage (Youtube) Squatch Mafia - New Remastered HD Version of the Patterson Gimlin Film (Youtube) Episodes to get familiar with for Monster MAYhem - coming in May! The Mapinguari Krampus Beyond the Broomstick: Witches and Witchcraft The Loveland Frogman Eyes of Darkness: The Haunting Phenomenon of BEK Poltergeist Pandemonium Vampires Werewolves Curses & Spirits: Inside the Bell Witch Haunting Korean Legends: Tales of Terror & Tradition The Chupacabra Shape-Shifters of the Night: The Skinwalker Legend Twisted Tinsel: Tales of Dark Elves The Flatwoods Monster Legends and Lore: The Jersey Devil Explained Dark Wings, Deadly Warnings: The Mothman

    54 min

  3. 04/07/2025

    Dark Wings, Deadly Warnings: The Mothman

    In this episode, we dig into the chilling legend of the Mothman - the winged, red-eyed creature that terrorized Point Pleasant, West Virginia in the late 1960s. From eerie eyewitness accounts and government cover-up theories to electromagnetic interference and psychic distress, we explore multiple unsettling angles of the story. We also dive into the Mothman’s strange ties to global disasters like Chernobyl and Fukushima, questioning whether this creature is a cryptid, a curse, or a cosmic warning. Along the way, we uncover how a once-feared figure became the unlikely mascot of a town, complete with statues, festivals, and cinematic fame. So… is the Mothman a myth, a misidentification, or something much more ominous? Check out our Instagram to stay updated! Email us with your thoughts and any spooky stories you’d like us to read on a future episode - Spookyornotpodcast@gmail.com Spooky or Not Podcast Suggestion Form Folklife Magazine - An Ode to a Hometown Creature: Mothman of Point Pleasant, West Virginia WCHS News - Man photographs creature that resembles legendary "Mothman" of Point Pleasant 12WBOY - The Legend of Mothman - Paranormal W.Va. American Hauntings - Mothman! The Enigma of Point Pleasant Spooky Appalachia - Encounter with The Mysterious Mothman Patch - Winged Freak Terrorizes Chicago? WBEZ Chicago - The case of the Chicago Mothman ClutchMOV - Wild, Wonderful and Weird: The Mothman The West Virginia Encyclopedia Online - Mothman It's Something Wiki - Black Bird of Chernobyl Vocal Media Fiction - The Mothman who Freaked out Hundreds of People Unsolved Mysteries with Robert Stack: Season 12, Episode 6 - Mothman (On Youtube) Unsolved Mysteries: Volume 4, Episode 5 - The Mothman Revisited (On Netflix) Episodes to get familiar with - More info coming soon:  The Mapinguari Krampus Beyond the Broomstick: Witches and Witchcraft The Loveland Frogman Eyes of Darkness: The Haunting Phenomenon of BEK Poltergeist Pandemonium Vampires Werewolves Curses & Spirits: Inside the Bell Witch Haunting Korean Legends: Tales of Terror & Tradition The Chupacabra Shape-Shifters of the Night: The Skinwalker Legend Twisted Tinsel: Tales of Dark Elves The Flatwoods Monster Legends and Lore: The Jersey Devil Explained

    44 min

  4. 03/31/2025

    The Night the Mountain Took Them: What Happened to the Dyatlov Nine? Part 2

    In Part 2 of our Dyatlov Pass investigation, we look into the chilling theories behind the unexplained deaths of nine hikers who vanished into the Ural Mountains in 1959. From avalanches and Soviet cover-ups to infrasound, cold-induced madness, and even cryptid encounters, we unravel each theory to see what holds up—and what falls apart. We also explore a 2021 study that reignited belief in the avalanche theory, and question whether science alone can explain the terror and trauma found at the scene. Through the mystery and madness, we never forget the truth at the heart of this story: nine young people, full of life, who met an end no one can fully explain. This case remains unsolved—but the mountain remembers. Check out our Instagram to stay updated! Email us with your thoughts and any spooky stories you’d like us to read on a future episode - Spookyornotpodcast@gmail.com Spooky or Not Podcast Suggestion Form Dyatlovpass.com - HUGE resource The Dyatlov Pass Incident: Why the Hiker Deaths Remain a Mystery  (History.com ) Mechanisms of slab avalanche release and impact in the Dyatlov Pass incident in 1959  (Nature.com) The Mystery of the Dyatlov Pass Incident (Lost In History) The Dyatlov Pass Incident - Nick Crowley (Youtube )

    56 min

  5. 03/11/2025

    The Night the Mountain Took Them: What Happened to the Dyatlov Nine? Part 1

    In this chilling episode we begin our journey into one of the most haunting unsolved mysteries of the 20th century: the Dyatlov Pass Incident. In 1959, nine experienced hikers set out on a trek through the Ural Mountains—only to vanish under strange and terrifying circumstances. Join us as we unravel the background of the hikers, their fateful journey, and the deeply unsettling discoveries made in the aftermath of their disappearance. From the abandoned tent to the mysterious state of the bodies, Part I sets the stage for a story that has baffled the world for decades. Check out our Instagram to stay updated! Email us with your thoughts and any spooky stories you’d like us to read on a future episode - Spookyornotpodcast@gmail.com Spooky or Not Podcast Suggestion Form Dyatlovpass.com - HUGE resource The Dyatlov Pass Incident: Why the Hiker Deaths Remain a Mystery  (History.com ) The Mystery of the Dyatlov Pass Incident (Lost In History) The Dyatlov Pass Incident - Nick Crowley (Youtube )

    39 min

  6. 02/26/2025

    Legends and Lore: The Jersey Devil Explained

    Today we’re heading into the shadows of the Pine Barrens to uncover the truth behind one of America’s oldest cryptid legends. Is the Jersey Devil just a tall tale told to keep kids out of the woods? Or is there something real hiding among the trees? Check out our Instagram to stay updated! Email us with your thoughts and any spooky stories you’d like us to read on a future episode - Spookyornotpodcast@gmail.com Spooky or Not Podcast Suggestion Form Origins and Cultural Impact Folklore and Historical Context Jersey Devil and the Pine Barrens Sightings

    42 min

  7. 01/30/2025

    The Flatwoods Monster

    On this week’s episode we’re talking glowing eyes, a towering figure, and a chilling mystery that’s become legendary. The story of the Flatwoods Monster is a tale that blends small-town folklore, extraterrestrial intrigue, and a healthy dose of fear. But what really happened that night? Was it an alien visitor, a government cover-up, or just a trick of the imagination? Buckle up, because this one’s a wild ride. Check out our Instagram to stay updated! Email us with your thoughts and any spooky stories you’d like us to read on a future episode - Spookyornotpodcast@gmail.com Spooky or Not Podcast Suggestion Form Flatwoods Monster Wiki The Flatwoods Monster Official Site History of the Flatwoods Monster

    27 min

  8. 01/16/2025

    Unfriendly Skies: UFOs That Took Control

    In this chilling episode, we explore four mysterious UFO encounters that have left military officials and civilians alike scratching their heads. From the strange disappearance of a jet to a helicopter taken over by an otherworldly force, these stories defy explanation. Are these stories part of a government cover-up? A secret mission gone wrong? Or something far more bizarre? Join us as we unwind these spine-tingling tales and attempt to make sense of what happened to those who vanished in the face of the unknown. Check out our Instagram to stay updated! Email us with your thoughts and any spooky stories you’d like us to read on a future episode - Spookyornotpodcast@gmail.com ⁠Spooky or Not Podcast Suggestion Form⁠ _________________________________________________________ UFO Insight - The Little-Known 1949 Norwood UFO Searchlight Encounters Nick Crowley - The Disappearance of Frederick Valentich Dark Docs - The Creepy Missing F-89 Pilot - The Kinross UFO Incident OhioMagazine.com - The Case of Ohio’s Best Documented UFO Richland County History - UFOs Over Richland County: 1973 Journal of Scientific Exploration- Valentich Disappearance: New Evidence and a New Conclusion Open Skies Project - The Kinross Incident History.com - This Air Force Jet Was Scrambled to Intercept a UFO—Then Disappeared Military Air Shows - Frederick Valentich UFO Incident

    41 min
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"Spooky or Not" is hosted by friends Ari and Julia, who dive headfirst into the enigmatic world of all things spooky, bizarre, paranormal, and beyond. Join this duo as they explore the unexplained. With a mix of humor, curiosity, and a healthy dose of skepticism, they take on the unconventional territories of the supernatural, discussing ghostly encounters, unsolved mysteries, urban legends, and more. "Spooky or Not" aims to provide thrilling tales, engaging discussions, and an amusing blend of the eerie and the entertaining. Tune in for a spine-tingling exploration of the unknown.

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  • Creator
    Ari and Julia
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    52
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ari and Julia
  • Show Website
    Spooky or Not Podcast