Arcane Answers

Lare, Amanda, and Sara

Welcome to Arcane Answers, where your story of the unexplained takes center stage. Have you encountered unexplainable phenomena? witnessed shadow people? Heard whisperers in the dark? If so, join us as we delve into the darkest corners of reality and seek answers in the arcane. RSSVERIFY’

  1. Jul 26 ·  Bonus

    Bonus episode 1: Clowns, Dolls, and bears, oh my!

    In this mini-episode of Arcane Answers, host Lare and co-hosts Amanda and Sara dive into three classic urban legends, strange occurrences, and mass hysteria phenomena from around the globe: The Phantom Clown Scare: Lare explores the phenomenon of creepy clown sightings—tracing back from the 1981 Boston panic rooted in "stranger danger" to the viral, internet-fueled clown resurgence of 2016.The Haunted Okiku Doll: Amanda shares a famous 1918 Japanese legend from Hokkaido about a cherished porcelain doll whose hair allegedly continues to grow following its young owner's tragic passing.Australia’s Drop Bear: Sara breaks down the iconic Australian folklore of the terrifying, tree-dwelling "Drop Bear"—a predatory koala cousin used by locals to prank unsuspecting tourists.Filled with banter, unexpected detours into One Direction trivia, and bizarre folk remedies!

    Bonus episode 1: Clowns, Dolls, and bears, oh my!

  2. Jul 1

    The Denver International Airport

    Pack your bags and secure your luggage, because this week the crew is diving deep into the massive, all-encompassing mythology surrounding the Denver International Airport (DEN). From its chaotic winter opening in 1995 to billions of dollars in construction cost overruns, DEN has long been a lightning rod for high strangeness. We separate fact from fiction as we explore the three major pillars of the Denver airport conspiracies: The Subterranean Tunnels: We look beneath the surface at the rumors of billionaire apocalypse bunkers, FEMA concentration camps, and New World Order headquarters. Plus, we break down the real-world history of the infamous, multi-billion-dollar automated baggage system disaster that left miles of dark, abandoned tracks underground.The Swastika Runway & Reptilian Masters: We examine the unique, wind-defying geometric layout of the runways and the legendary "Notre Denver" luggage gargoyles watching over the baggage claim. We also highlight how the airport's marketing department brilliantly leaned into the chaos with shapeshifter posters and conspiracy-themed costume contests.The Cursed Art & Apocalyptic Murals: We pay tribute to "Blucifer," the infamous 32-foot-tall, anatomically correct blue Mustang statue that tragically claimed the life of its creator. Finally, we analyze Leo Tanguma’s haunting, beautiful, and deeply bizarre airport murals—In Peace and Harmony with Nature and Children of the World Dream of Peace—and ask the ultimate question: Who approved dead babies and gas-mask-wearing soldiers for an airport lobby?Is DEN a masterpiece of terrible public works project management, or is it a cover-up for the lizard people living downstairs?

    The Denver International Airport

  3. Jun 3

    Underground Civilizations

    In this episode of Arcane Answers, host Lare and co-hosts Amanda and Sara take listeners on an intriguing exploration of underground mysteries, beginning with the shifting occult myths and historical truths behind rumored Nazi bases, advanced technologies, and hollow-earth gateways in Antarctica. The conversation then shifts to remarkable physical subterranean structures, as Amanda details the massive, 18-level underground ancient city of Derinkuyu in Cappadocia, Turkey, which served as a highly sophisticated, ventilation-rich refuge for up to 20,000 people during times of crisis. Finally, Sara introduces the eerie enigma of Europe's "Erdstall" tunnels—thousands of tight, smoothly carved, and artifact-free subterranean passages whose exact purpose, origin, and lack of exit routes continue to baffle researchers and fuel wild theories ranging from spiritual chambers to hidden dwelling

    Underground Civilizations

  4. May 5

    Urban Legends : Monsters

    In this episode of Arcane Answers, Larry, Amanda, and Sara explore a variety of regional monsters and urban legends from across the United States. The discussion begins with the Black Eyed Kids, a 1990s phenomenon involving eerie, monotone-voiced children with solid black eyes who evoke a sense of overwhelming dread. The hosts then shift to Arkansas to discuss the Gurdon Light, a mysterious floating orb on railroad tracks attributed to either the ghost of a murdered worker or geological piezoelectricity. Amanda shares the local legend of the Prop Man from Washington, a ghostly B-24 crash victim said to wander Mission Ridge with a propeller blade embedded in his chest. Sara concludes with two chilling tales: the Bandaged Man of the Oregon coast, a foul-smelling, bloody figure who terrorizes parked vehicles , and the Witch of Yazoo from Mississippi, who allegedly fulfilled a deathbed curse to burn down the town twenty years after being left to die in quicksand Email Us at aarcanepodcast@gmail.com

    Urban Legends : Monsters

  5. Apr 2

    The mysterious triangles of the world

    Larry, Amanda, and Sara discuss several "mysterious triangles" characterized by unexplained disappearances and paranormal activity. Larry details the Bennington Triangle in Vermont, where multiple people vanished between 1945 and 1950, giving rise to legends like "man-eating rocks" that swallow hikers and sightings of an eight-foot-tall hairy monster. Amanda explores the massive Alaska Triangle, a 400,000-square-mile area where over 20,000 people have gone missing since the 1970s, amidst reports of magnetic anomalies, cryptids like the "Kushtaka" shapeshifter, and high-profile aircraft disappearances corroborated by radar. Finally, Sara describes Massachusetts' Bridgewater Triangle, a "landlocked Bermuda Triangle" spanning 200 square miles that is home to ghostly orbs, Bigfoot-like creatures, mischievous "Pukwudgies," and massive Thunderbirds with wingspans reaching up to 30 feet

    The mysterious triangles of the world

  6. Mar 21

    Are Fairy Tales Real?

    In this episode of the Arcane Answers podcast, We get into the grim historical realities that inspired famous folklore. They discuss how these stories often served as a way to process collective trauma or as dire warnings to keep children safe. Featured Fairy Tale Origins Bluebeard: Lare connects this tale to Gilles de Rais, a 15th-century French nobleman and companion to Joan of Arc. After turning to alchemy and allegedly seeking the Philosopher's Stone, he confessed to the ritualistic murder of 140 to 600 children.The Pied Piper of Hamelin: Amanda highlights historical evidence in Hamelin, Germany, including a plaque at the "Rattenfänger House" and town records from 1384 stating it had been 100 years since their children left. Theories include the failed Children's Crusade of 1212 or a mass migration led by a brightly dressed "recruiter".Beauty and the Beast: Sara discusses Petrus Gonsalvus, born in 1537 with hypertrichosis (werewolf syndrome). Though initially treated as a "wild man" in the French court, he was highly educated and eventually had a 40-year marriage with a woman named Catherine.Key Discussion Points German Werewolf Myths: The hosts touch upon the origin of werewolf legends in Germany, specifically mentioning a man who believed he could transform by rubbing fat on his body and wearing furs.For those interested in this specific historical case, you can read more about Peter Stumpp, often called the "Werewolf of Bedburg," here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_StumppThe "New Dark Ages": Sara and Amanda reflect on the modern era, suggesting that society has entered a "new middle" or "new dark ages" characterized by a lack of understanding and widespread fear.Museum Update: The episode wraps up with news that the International Cryptozoology Museum has relocated from Portland to Bangor, Maine.

    Are Fairy Tales Real?

  7. Feb 25

    Cryptids

    Lare, Amanda, and Sara discuss various legendary creatures, starting with the Jersey Devil. Larry explains the 1735 legend of "Mother Leeds," who allegedly gave birth to a child that transformed into a winged monster and flew into the New Jersey Pine Barrens. Amanda shares Inuit cryptids, including the Akhlut, a part-orca and part-wolf shapeshifter driven by vengeance, and the Qalupalik, a horrific creature used to scare children away from dangerous ice. Sara concludes with stories of the Flathead Lake Monster, described as a large creature with "undulating hips," and the Shunka Warakin (Rocky Mountain Hyena), a wolf-like beast shot by a Montana rancher in 1886, whose taxidermied remains are still on display today.

    Cryptids

  8. Jan 13

    A listener Story

    a family gathering in the Haynesville Woods where members share local folklore, personal memories, and original poetry. The primary legend discussed is that of the Hoof Man, a "gangly" figure with a blood-stained face and hands who allegedly visited a hunting camp called The Raven during a snowstorm, leaving only cloven hoof prints in his wake. The speakers also recount other local myths like the hitchhiker and the "Neon Lady," alongside personal anecdotes of getting a flat tire near the bridge and the camaraderie of hunting camp life. The session concludes with a reading of an original poem titled "Rutting Season," which captures the rowdy yet sentimental atmosphere of northern Maine hunting camps and the deep bonds formed among the men who gather there.

    A listener Story
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Welcome to Arcane Answers, where your story of the unexplained takes center stage. Have you encountered unexplainable phenomena? witnessed shadow people? Heard whisperers in the dark? If so, join us as we delve into the darkest corners of reality and seek answers in the arcane. RSSVERIFY’

Information

  • Creator
    Lare, Amanda, and Sara
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Larry Johnson
  • Show Website
    Arcane Answers