BSP: Believer Skeptic Podcast

We told you we had some surprises in store! This week, BSP drops the Livestream episode we did for Pride48. In it, we talk mass hysteria, a phenomena that sounds straightforward, but in reality, is crazy bizarre. For example, Cody’s first story is about an epidemic of meowing and biting nuns (you read that right). After that, Chris talks about the Dancing Plague of 1518. Cody then takes us to India, where he discusses cosmic face scratchers. After that, Chris tells a very weird story about genital retraction, and then finishes up with the infamous case of the toxic Gloria Ramirez. Drinks/food in this episode are Coke and Mixed Nuts. Advisory: 0:00s-0:13s Intro music: 0:13s-0:40s Topic: 0:40s-4:40m Drinks: 4:40m-6:56m History: 6:56m-11:40m Meowing Nun’s: 11:40m-18:41m Dancing Plague: 18:41m-23:53m Face Scratcher: 23:53m-30:43m Koro: 30:43m-36:22m New York Tourettes: 36:22m-38:49m Gloria Ramirez: 38:49m-45:30m Skeptic: 45:30m-51:56m Believer: 51:56m-54:08m BS Weekly: 54:08m-54:55m Plugs: 54:55m-58:20m Outro music: 58:20m-58:53m Original Music: “Berghain” by Monkey Warhol Links History: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mass_psychogenic_illness https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322607.php Dancing Plague http://www.openculture.com/2019/01/the-dancing-plague-of-1518.html https://www.history.com/news/what-was-the-dancing-plague-of-1518 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tarantism Koro https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/in-the-late-1960s-singapore-was-gripped-with-a-genital-panic https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Koro_(medicine) BSWeekly http://news.statetimes.in/three-dozen-students-crying-inconsolably-in-kathua/

Season 2 is drawing to a close! And what a freaking amazing season it's been!! In this episode, we talk all things season 2. In addition to doing a recap, we ask each other random questions and learn about favorite episodes, significant moments, plans for season 3, and so much more. So if you want a behind-the-scenes peak at the BSP cohosts, tune in! Also, while we're taking a one month break before season 3, we WILL be releasing exciting content in the meantime. This includes a Pride48 live stream episode and an interview with Alejandro Rojas. Anyone familiar with the UFO community should be fan-girling right now. If you don't know who he is, he's one of the top UFO experts in the country, so tune in! The guy is awesome and we learned so much about UFOs, conspiracy theories, and the Kardashians.

As we continue celebrating LGBTQ Pride month, BSP welcomes special guest Brock (from Cocktail Party Massacre!!!). In this episode, we talk about the creature of many names: the Devil. Dun dun dunnnnn. In Cody's story, he tells of a supposed pit to hell created for St. Patrick on an island in Ireland. Chris then talks about the Devils' footprints that appeared in a small town in England. Next, Brock entices us with his story about the Devil's Tramping Grounds, a place where nothing grows. Lastly, Chris tells the tale of composer Gieussepi Tartini, who made a deal with the Devil (or did he?). After the stories, join us as we play "Guess the Devil Movie" with Brock. Drinks this week are Watermelon/Jalapeno Agua Fresca and Watermelon Salad Remnants with Jagermeister. Advisory: 0:00s-0:12s Intro music: 0:12s-0:40s Guest/Topic: 0:40s-5:00m Drinks: 5:00m-6:58m History: 6:58m-11:31m Devil’s Pit: 11:31m-17:24m Promo: 17:24m-18:31m Devil’s Footprints: 18:31m-22:33m Devil’s Tramping Ground: 22:33m-28:54m Deal with the Devil: 28:54m-32:42m Guest angle: 32:42m-34:53m Skeptic: 34:53m-37:32m Promo: 37:32m-38:30m Believer: 38:30m-41:35m Devil in the Game: 41:35m-45:55m Plugs/Good Byes: 45:55m-47:13m Outro Music: 47:13m-47:46m Original Music: “Berghain” by Monkey Warhol The Devil’s Trill Sonata: Ray Chen and Amsterdam Sinfonietta (reuse allowed) Links- History: https://www.history.com/topics/folklore/history-of-the-devil https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devil https://www.mesacc.edu/~thoqh49081/StudentPapers/pan.html The Devil’s Footprints: https://reginajeffers.blog/2014/08/04/the-devils-footprints-a-devon-area-victorian-mystery/ https://www.thevintagenews.com/2016/10/12/the-1855-devils-footprints-mystery-in-devon-england/ Tartini: https://blog.primephonic.com/the-music-of-dreams-how-tartini-composed-his-famous-devils-trill-sonata-1 https://aflockbetweenpastures.com/nodus-tollen/2018/3/2/r0o34lu7uusr3bb35io5fq2vju632m

This is the second minisode of LGTBQ Pride Month. In it, Chris and Cody have two stories related to Pride and all things, um, prideful. First, Chris talks about one of the most important historical events in LGTQ history: The Stonewall Riots (it’s the reason Pride is celebrated). Cody’s story is all about the supposed gayness that is Walt Whitman. It also has a paranormal aspect, as Whitman asked for his tomb to be left unsealed. Also, don’t forget to join us this week for Pride 48's Live Stream on June 22nd at 5PM EST!

In this episode, Cody and Chris touch upon a mind-blowing (so to speak) topic they were both unfamiliar with: tulpas, or imaginary friends that come to life. First, Cody tells about an interesting theory called The Tulpa Effect, that could potentially have spawned Bigfoot, Nessie, and even Slenderman. In Chris’ first story, he tells about a person’s tulpa who shows up in the creepiest of places. Cody then shares the fascinating and scary tale of Olivia Mabel, whose grief may have spawned a tulpa of her son. Chris’s second story has to do with a tulpa that the person thought was never created. BS Weekly tells us why imaginary friends are a good thing. This week’s drinks are Neuro Sleep Tangerine Dream and Tibetan Butter Tea. Advisory: 0:00s-0:13s Intro Music: 0:13s-0:40s Topic: 0:40s-3:40m Drinks: 3:40m-6:35m History: 6:35m-12:02m The Tulpa Effect: 12:02m-16:20m Promo: 16:20m-17:14m Looking In the Mirror: 17:14m-22:56m Olivia Mabel: 22:56m-29:46m Headache Relief: 29:46m-34:59m Promo: 34:59m-35:56m Skeptic: 35:56m-40:46m Believer: 40:46m-43:49m BS Weekly: 43:49m-46:66m Sign Off: 46:06m-47:27m Outro Music: 47:27m-48:01 Original Music: “Berghain” by Monkey Warhol Twitter, Instagram, Facebook: BSPodPhx Email: BSPodPhx@gmail.com Official Website: www.BSPodPhx.com Pride 48: http://www.pride48.com/june-event-schedule/ Links: History- http://anomalyinfo.com/Stories/1929-pre-alexandra-david-neel-and-tulpas-tibet https://wiki.tulpa.info/wiki/Tulpa In the Mirror- https://www.wattpad.com/199253015-scary-or-weird-true-stories-that-will-scare-the My Tulpa, My Headache- https://community.tulpa.info/thread-had-a-weird-experience-last-night-head-pressure-and-a-voice-tulpa BS Weekly- https://www.inverse.com/article/54002-how-imaginary-friends-in-childhood-influence-adulthood

Happy Pride! So things are a little bit different this week. Usually our minisodes give a clue to our upcoming episode, but because June is Pride Month, we thought we would dedicate our minisodes to the LGBTQ community! In this first minisode in Pride month, we cover two very different historic figures with a paranormal twist. First Chris talks about Jesse Shepard (AKA Francis Grierson) who was a prolific musician, spiritual oddball, and alleged homosexual (among other things). In Cody’s story, he talks about activist Harvey Milk, who may or may not still haunt San Francisco’s Castro District.

In this episode, Chris and Cody talk about the creepiest youth ever - Black Eyed Kids, the children you definitely don't want to invite inside. First, Cody talks about a terrified guy in Nevada/Utah who resorted to hitting a black eyed child with his car. Then, Chris tells the best story EVER, about a couple who invite black eyed kids into their home...and regret it forever. Next, Cody shares a story in the same Nevada/Utah area. But stuff gets real in this one when the victim stabs his black eyed assailants. Finally, Chris branches outside the U.S. with a B.E.K. sighting in jolly England. BS Weekly is about a different type of black eye, this one caused by a cat. This weeks drinks are Double Black cab and Barclay's Peanut Butter Cup Stout. Advisory: 0:00s-0:12s Intro Music: 0:12s-0:40s Topic: 0:40s-4:25m Drinks: 4:25m-7:07m History: 7:07m-14:07m Nevada B.E.K: 14:07m-21:23m Vermont B.E.K: 21:23m-27:30m Nevada B.E.K. part 2: 27:30m-31:22m Podcoin: 31:22m-32:19m B.E.K. in England: 32:19m-36:02m Skeptic: 36:02m-41:22m Promo: 41:22m-41:57m Believer?: 41:57m-44:59m B.S. Weekly: 44:59m-46:43m Sign off: 46:43m-47:50m Outro Music: 47:50m-48:23m Original Music: “Berghain” by Monkey Warhol Links History: https://www.thoughtco.com/black-eyed-kids-horror-or-hoax-2594476 Story: http://weekinweird.com/2016/01/28/witness-report-i-let-the-black-eyed-children-into-my-home-and-now-im-slowly-dying/ Telford: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8ZSPBtJqTk Believer: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/narcolepsy/symptoms-causes/syc-20375497 BS Weekly: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-7053027/Woman-42-wakes-BLACK-EYE-swollen-face-scratched-cat.html

This minisode has some pretty icky stuff, so a trigger warning in advance! It's all about children who did some really dastardly deeds. First, Chris talks about Mary Bell, a young girl who was into murder and mutilation. Then, Cody talks about Amarjeet Sada, perhaps India's youngest serial killer. He was only 8. Yep. See if you can guess next week's paranormal (and less gruesome) episode from this minisode.

In this episode, Chris and Cody and are joined by Pacific Northwest dweller, Derrick - host of the Rolling Misadventures podcast - to talk about, well, the Pacific Northwest. The area may seem all peaceful and full of coffee and hippies, but some crazy paranormal stuff happens there. First, Cody talks about Mel's hole, a nonsexual place where discarded animals come back to life. Then, Derrick shares the tale of the mythical Thunderbird, a creature whose wingspan ranges from 1 inch to a billion feet. Finally, Chris shares two stores, one of the Ogopogo lake monster and the other of a mummy who attacks cars. Instead of BS Weekly, we engage Derrick in a game of Batsquatch or Sasquatch. This weeks drinks are Yeti Stout and Yeti Stout (for reals). Advisory: 0:00s-00:11s Intro song: 00:11s-00:40s Guest/Topic Intro: 00:40s-3:55m Drinks: 3:55m-5:48m History: 5:48m-11:50m Mel’s Hole: 11:50m-20:03m Thunderbird: 20:30m-25: Promo: 26:30m-27:21m Ogopogo: 27:21m-32:42m Bandage Man: 32:42m-35:20m Guest Believer/Skeptic: 35:20m-37:54m Skeptic: 37:54m-42:01m Believer: 42:01m-44:43m Sasquatch Vs. Batsquatch: 44:43m-47:19m Plugs/Sign Off: 47:19m-49:18m Outro Music: 49:18m-49:50m Rolling Misadventures: Twitter: @RMisadventures Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rollingmisadventures/ Website: https://www.rollingmisadventures.com/ Original Music: “Berghain” by Monkey Warhol Links: Raven: https://spiritsofthewestcoast.com/collections/the-raven-symbol Totem: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Totem_pole Ogopogo: https://www.livescience.com/42399-ogopogo.html https://ogopogoquest.com/sightings.php Bandage man: http://pnwonder.com/2019/01/16/the-cannon-beach-bandage-man/ https://westsideportlandinsurance.com/bandage-man-cannon-beach/

The clues in this minisode for the next episode are pretty far fetched, so good luck guessing! First, Chris talks about a creepy place in a cemetery called the 13 Steps to Hell, named because the legend says they will lead you there. Next, you've heard of Sasquatch, but have you heard of Batsquatch? Cody tells us all about one of the weirdest cryptids around!

In this episode, Cody and Chris pay tribute to the late Ed and Lorraine Warren (RIP), the paranormal investigators responsible for the Conjuring movies (among others). In Chris’ first story, he tells of everyone’s favorite creepy ass doll, Annabelle. Cody then talks about the Perron family (no relation to Evita) who was the inspiration for The Conjuring and maybe The Babysitter’s Club. Chris’ second story is a little less known and is about Ed and Lorraine’s involvement in a diabolical - and possessed - true crime case. BS Weekly tells of strange human specimens found under a hotel. This weeks drinks are Vintage Crush Moscato and Instigator Red Blend. Advisory: 0:00s-0:13s Intro Song: 0:13s-0:40s Topic: 0:40s-3:40m Drinks: 3:40m-5:32m History: 5:32m-11:50m Annabelle: 11:50m-17:38m Promo: 17:38m-18:13m Perron Family: 18:13m-31:30m Arne Cheyenne Johnson: 31:30m-37:03m Promo: 37:03m-37:35m Skeptic: 37:35m-43:49m Believer: 43:49m-46:32m BS Weekly: 46:32m-47:55m Plug: 47:55m-48:44m Outro Music: 48:44m-49:16m Original Music: “Berghain” by Monkey Warhol Links Biography: https://answersafrica.com/ed-and-lorraine-warren-cases-family.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ed_and_Lorraine_Warren https://frightfind.com/a-biography-of-the-ghost-hunters-in-the-conjuring/ https://frightfind.com/history-of-the-conjuring-ghost-hunters/ Annabelle: https://birthmoviesdeath.com/2013/07/23/the-true-story-of-annabelle-the-haunted-doll-from-the-conjuring Arne Cheyenne Johnson: http://www.the13thfloor.tv/2016/10/18/the-demon-murder-case-of-arne-cheyenne-johnson/ BS Weekly: https://www.cnn.com/videos/us/2019/04/19/crescent-hotel-artifacts-find-orig-vstan-bdk.cnn

Creepiness abound! In this minisode, Cody and Chris tell two very different stories that both hint at next week’s topic. First, Chris tells (another) an overly descriptive Creepy Pasta story involving a doll that sits up on its own . . . and kills! Cody then talks about a falsely accused murdering witch closely related to our upcoming episode (don’t you dare look her up!).

In this episode, Cody and Chris are joined by LGBTQ paranormal/horror enthusiast, R.L. Terry to talk about Chupacabra, a famous southern cryptid. After an informative history, Cody talks about Chupacabra sightings in Texas and discusses a couple who actually kept one as a pet (and fed it cat food). R.L. then talks about the Chupacabra sightings in his home state of Florida. Then, Chris shares a man's creepily descriptive encounter with a creature that had spirit fingers on its back. R.L. finishes the stories off with a real newspaper article from Miami about people accusing the Chupacabra of animal murder. After our normal believer/skeptic, we end the episode by playing the game Chupacabra or Chewbacca. Drinks this week are Space Goat and Dogfish Head Ale. Advisory: 0:00s-0:11s Intro song: 0:11-0:40s Guest Intro: 0:40s-4:15m Topic: 4:15m-7:36m Drinks: 7:36m-8:47m History: 8:47m-12:02m Cody’s Story: 12:02m-18:27m Promo: 18:27m-19:13m Ryan’s Story: 19:13m-24:08m Chris’ Story: 24:08m-32:40m Ryan’s Second Story and Belief: 32:40m-36:28m Promo: 36:28m-36:45m Skeptic: 36:45m-42:20m Believer: 42:20m-45:30m Chupacabra or Chewbacca: 45:30m-48:42m Plugs/Sign Off: 48:42m-50:39m Outro Music: 50:39m-51:12m Ryan L Terry: Twitter-@RLTerry1 Instagram-@RL_Terry Website-https://rlterryreelview.com/ BSP: Twitter-@BSPodPhx Instagram-@BSPodPhx Facebook- https://www.Facebook.com/BSPodPhx Website: http://www.BSPodPhx.com Email: BSpodPhx@gmail.com Original Music: “Berghain” by Monkey Warhol Links History: https://www.chupamacabre.com/chupacabras/legend-el-chupacabra/ http://www.animalplanet.com/tv-shows/lost-tapes/creatures/nasa-experiments-gone-wrong/ Connecticut Encounter: in http://blog.tmcnet.com/blog/tom-keating/personal-and-humor/my-encounter-with-a-chupacabra.asp Tucson Encounter: https://www.unexplained-mysteries.com/forum/topic/17969-was-chupacabras-in-arizona/ Theories: https://www.llewellyn.com/journal/article/2530

This week’s minisode topic is a lot less conspicuous than usual! Cody starts us off by telling us about a ridiculous cryptid that comes from the Fort Worth, TX area. Its photograph proves that puffs of smoke exist! Next, Chris tells of a creature of unknown origin that has red eyes and seems to track people who are high af. Can’t get more mysterious than that! If you can guess our topic, the winner will get something sent to them. So send your responses to @BSPodPhx on Twitter or Instagram!

In this episode, Cody and Chris are inspired by the film Us and talk about doppelgӓngers. After some drinks and a fun history, Cody talks about the famous French author Guy de Maupassant and his interesting encounter with himself. Chris then tells about Emilee Sagee, the teacher who had a very hard time keeping a job because her students saw her everywhere...at the same time. Cody’s second story is about Sister Jesus Maria de Agreda, her potential bilocation (being in two places at once) and incorruptability (throwback to episode 7!). Finally, Chris talks about the broodiest of poets, Percy B. Shelley and how his self-encounter might have foretold his death. BS weekly is about Peter Dinklage’s “brother” from another (Pakistani) mother. Drinks this week are Red Vin Sweet Red and two boxes of Liberty Creek Sweet Red (reaching much?). Advisory: 0:00s-0:13s Intro Music: 0:13s-0:41s Topic: 0:41s-3:39m Drinks: 3:39m-5:52m History: 5:52m-13:24m Guy de Maupassant: 13:24m-18:27m Emilee Sagee: 18:27m-23:33m Promo: 23:33m-24:01m Jesus Maria de Agreda: 24:01m-32:30m Percy B. Shelley: 32:30m-38:05m Skeptic: 38:05m-42:30m Believer: 42:30m-45:04m Promo: 45:04m-45:34m BS Weekly: 45:34m-46:50m Sign off: 46:50m-47:31m Outro music: 47:31m-48:04m Original Music: “Berghain” by Monkey Warhol Links History: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doppelg%C3%A4nger https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends/doppelgangers-and-mythology-spirit-doubles-001825 Emilie Sagee: https://panicamongus.wordpress.com/2018/04/19/the-case-of-emilie-sagee-her-doppelganger/ https://www.freaklore.com/emilie-sagee-and-her-ghostly-doppelganger Percy B. Shelley: https://www.quotev.com/story/5984706/Scary-legends-you-maybe-never-heard-of/19 http://mentalfloss.com/article/65624/mary-shelleys-favorite-keepsake-her-dead-husbands-heart Believer https://scienceline.org/2014/03/do-doppelgangers-exist/ https://www.sciencealert.com/here-s-the-chances-of-you-having-a-doppelgaenger BS Weekly https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/pakistani-waiter-finds-fame-as-tyrion-lannister-doppelganger-but-11370556