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Talking With Shadows

123 Episodes

50 minutes | Jun 3, 2023
TWS Episode 122 - ”The Point Pleasant Timeline Part 2”
Our hosts continue to look at the events of The Point Pleasant Incident. They examine the events of the Mothman sightings leading up to the Silver City Bridge collapsing. The hosts examine the behaviors of John Keel during his investigations. Marcus and Vic debate the reports of strange phone calls people reported getting during this time. Marcus makes the case that the phone calls could have been related to intense psychic activity.  Marcus and Vic discuss the Mothman and try to identify exactly what kind of entity they think it is. Is the Mothman at Point Pleasant due to random circumstance or possibly as a omen to impending catastrophe.  The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. While examining the topic of whether the government responded to the Mothman sightings similar to other paranormal phenomena Marcus discovers it goes far deeper than anyone realizes.  Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
51 minutes | May 15, 2023
TWS Episode 121 - ”The Point Pleasant Timeline Part 1”
The Point Pleasant Disaster is a situation many paranormal investigators are familiar with. Around the time of the Silver Bridge collapse sightings of the famous Mothman began to occur. While many are familiar with the story most are not familiar with several other paranormal events and sightings surrounding the area at the time. Vic following the work of John Keel outlines a distinct timeline for listeners to follow along with.  Our hosts tackle interesting concepts such as a possible territory radius for the Mothman. They discuss the age old question of whether the entity is a biological entity, an alien, or possibly from another plane of existence. Of course our hosts always tackle these age old questions in a modern unique way. Finally Vic decides to fat shame the great California condor. How does he do this? Listen to find out!   The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. 2020 saw the rise of a particularly dangerous Tik Tok challenge that saw the rise of sightings of an OG entity for the channel. Marcus discusses how Hatman sights are on the rise with a dangerous challenge involving Benadryl. Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
51 minutes | Apr 4, 2023
TWS Episode 120 - ”Mothmomma Wants No Drama”
Since 1966 (and likely way beforehand) individuals across the world have reported sightings of the elusive Mothman. One of the most famous crytpids in the world, the Mothman brings fear and intrigue to anyone who discusses this mysterious cryptid. Although if you watch most of the documentaries that have come out since 1966 the vast majority of them gloss over several of the sightings reported since then. Marcus and Vic invite their guest "Mothmomma" into the One Candle Studio to discuss a few of her encounters in the paranormal. She shares stories such as a strange synchronicity with the number 4, orbs appearing in photographs, and ends with an amazing story of a Mothman sighting right here in Indiana. Listen as discuss some of Mothmomma's amazing stories and give some of their thoughts on The Mothman. The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to you our patrons. Vic and Marcus discuss a fun mini 5th edition adventure they discovered at EvilleCon this year. An amazing adventure where you attempt to photograph sexy cryptid pin ups. Yes, you read that right. Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Check out their work at http://www.lorillustration.com/curvy-cryptids Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
53 minutes | Mar 11, 2023
TWS Episode 119 - ”The Jersey Devil”
In 1735 on a dark and stormy night, Jane Leeds was giving birth to her 13th child. Many stories go she gave birth to a monster with an elongated face, bat like wings, and cloven hooves. The creature let out a terrible scream then crawled up the chimney taking flight into the nearby Pine Barrens. This creature would live the rest of it's life terrorizing people all across the Northeastern parts of the United States and become known as "The Jersey Devil".  Listen as our hosts break down this story and compare it's legend across folklore against similar paranormal entities. Vic discusses wyvern folklore and falls down a few rabbit holes. Marcus discusses how this legend spread along similar lines of other cryptids such as the Van Meter Monster. Listen as our hosts take the conversation of The Jersey Devil to new heights like only they can.  The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Vic and Marcus discuss the phenomena of humanity anthropomorphizing their political adversaries as it relates to the paranormal. Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
51 minutes | Jan 28, 2023
TWS Episode 118 - ”The Marine Kingdom Part 2”
Marcus and Vic continue to breakdown the story of a woman who allegedly fell into the world of The Marine Kingdom. Vic breaks down some of the aspects of the story to give some parts context. Marcus draws a parallel in the real world that he notices. This story takes some dark turns involving isolation, magic, and climaxes in a religious battle for the narrators soul! The Marine Kingdom story comes to a conclusion in this episode and our hosts give some of their final thoughts on this rollercoaster of a story.  The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Vic and Marcus discuss the culture of the Marine Kingdom. Marcus discusses two "documentaries" that are out there on the topic. Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
53 minutes | Jan 7, 2023
TWS Episode 117 - ”The Marine Kingdom Part 1”
WE'RE BACK SHADES!!! After a couple months hiatus Marcus and Vic return to the studio to kick off 2023 with a fresh new episode. To say this story is a doozy would be an understatement. The story of The Marine Kingdom involves a satanic kingdom under the sea. Vic and Marcus break down the text to speech story of "Sister Careen" as she shares her first hand account of her recruitment into this underwater demonic kingdom.  Listen as Marcus and Vic critique the story and share some mead with each other as they fall down this aquatic rabbit hole. Although the original source material is difficult to understand our hosts try to provide some clues that may explain a few pieces of the story. This is only part 1 of a very large story and this video centers more on what the initial recruitment of the author looked like.  The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Vic and Marcus discuss the story of the Micro-Mermaid. In 1997 in Makati City in the Philippine Islands 15 year old Sophia reported seeing a half inch creature that still puzzles scientists from around the world. Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
50 minutes | Nov 6, 2022
TWS Episode 116 - ”The Barghest”
Through out English folklore there have been stories of large black shaggy dogs that have stalked the darkness. They have gone by many different names such as The Barghest, The Black Shuck, Paddfoot, etc. These phantom creatures are often seem as an omen of bad fortune and even death by some. Listen as our hosts break down a typical encounter with these creatures in different setting.  Vic draws parallels from other paranormal entities from around folklore. Marcus Marcus makes a case for a possible medical explanation that might be causing the behaviors of the The Barghest. Listen as these two hosts break down this legend like only OCS can.  The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Vic and Marcus discuss whether the Dogman encounters we've heard of could be Barghest stories as well.  Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
46 minutes | Oct 9, 2022
TWS Episode 115 - ”Our 2022 Virginia Sasquatch Festival Experience”
Vic and Marcus review and talk about their experiences at the 2022 Virginia Sasquatch Festival. They discuss the other guest speakers at the festival and what some of their greatest takeaways were from the festival. They go over what they found unique about each presenter and what they thought of the festival overall.  The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Vic and Marcus discuss the weird experience they had on the drive up to the festival. They go over an exciting announcement and seek advice from their patrons. Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety Follow These Amazing Bigfoot Investigators: E.C.B.R.O: https://www.facebook.com/EcbrEastCoastBigfootResearhers Cook Cryptid Research: https://www.facebook.com/chefmichaelcook Nighthawk High Stragness : https://www.facebook.com/lakotaman333 Fred Segula: https://www.facebook.com/fsaluga Hometown Haunts: https://www.facebook.com/HometownHauntsSeries
43 minutes | Oct 9, 2022
TWS Episode 114 - ”Bigfoot: How To Debate The Skeptics Live From 2022 VA Squatch Fest”
LIVE FROM THE 2022 Virginia Sasquatch Festival in Weyer Cave, Virginia Marcus and Vic give a presentation on how to debate Bigfoot with skeptics. Ever been arguing with a skeptic about Bigfoot and they stump you with an argument? Don't worry Marcus and Vic got your back. Marcus and Vic discuss 5 classic skeptic arguments you'll likely hear and give arguments to counter them.  Marcus and Vic discuss how to address arguments such as where's the body, how come we haven't found a live Bigfoot, and even a silly argument they found from a famous Bigfoot research organization. We had such an awesome at this festival! Thank you so much to the Daniel Benoit from E.C.B.R.O for inviting us out!  The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Due to this being a live appearance and due to time restraints we don't have bonus content for this episode.   Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
52 minutes | Sep 5, 2022
TWS Episode 113 - ”Nuclear Doomsday Cults”
For as long as there have been cities there have been cults that people have flocked to for various reasons. Everything from faith, security, and friendship has driven people to do some extreme things in the same of their cults. Nuclear energy and the fear of nuclear Armageddon only added fuel to this fire. Nuclear energy saw the ranks of some cults swells and even caused the creation of more.  Listen as our hosts discuss two of these nuclear doomsday cults. Aum Shinrikyo was a cult formed in Japan in 1987 by Shoko Asahara. Responsible for two major sarin gas attack in the early 90s the cult was fearing nuclear Armageddon in 1997. Listen as our two hosts discuss how nuclear energy effected the cult phenomena and they give their insight on this rarely discussed topic.  The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Vic and Marcus discuss the cults compound that was raided in western Australia in 1993. Residents of the area reported a strange flash of light. Conspiracy theorists have speculated the Aum Shinrikyo was trying to get their hands on nuclear material.  Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE For more information about our appearance at the 2022 Virginia Squatch Festival on October 8th in Weyers Cave, Virginia check out their website at www.vabigfootcon.com. Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
50 minutes | Aug 23, 2022
TWS Episode 112 - ”The Malmstrom UFO Incident”
In the wee hours of the morning of March 16, 1967 soldiers at both the The Echo Flight Launch Control Center and the Oscar Flight Launch Control Center near Malmstrom Air Force Base reported seeing red glowing UFOs hovering above the base. Staff at both sights reported that shortly after the UFOs appearance the ICBMs at the facilities began randomly shutting down in quick succession. To this day it's never been officially reported what caused the system malfunction that night.  List as Vic and Marcus break down the story and discuss the facts we know about the case. Marcus discusses the history of the Minuteman Missile and how that might impact the cause of the UFO's appearance. Listen as Marcus and Vic discuss one of the wildest stories in nuclear history.  The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Vic and Marcus discuss the the idea the incident was caused by domestic forces and Vic brings up the idea the UFO might have been psychically created. Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
51 minutes | Aug 14, 2022
TWS Episode 111 - ”The Silver Man of Risley”
Hey Shades! It's August so we are kicking off talking about Nuclear Paranormal Phenomena by talking about The Silver Man of Risley. On March 17th, 1978 at 11:30pm Ken Edwards was driving down the road near the Risley Atomic Energy Complex when he encountered a 7 foot tall humanoid in a dull silver suite with a black face and yellow glowing eyes. The creature emitted light beams from it's eyes and even melted through a chain link fence. This story is a roller coaster ride involving tons of strange phenomena.  Marcus and Vic break down the entire story and give their thoughts on every explanation from nbc suits to alien life forms. They discuss the strange coincidences surrounding this kind of phenomena in other stories through out the paranormal.    The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Vic and Marcus discuss the story of The Metal Man of Falkville. Often compared to the story of the Silver Man this encounter occurs in 1973, 5 years prior to the events near Risley. Our hosts given a rundown of the story and compare and contrast the two encounters. Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
52 minutes | Aug 1, 2022
TWS Episode 110 - ”Stroudsburg Rain Man”
In February 1983 Don Decker was released from jail to attend his grandfather's funeral. Traumatized by his family celebrating a man who caused Don so much pain Don decided to stay with some family friends for the night. For the next several days multiple witnesses reported strange paranormal behaviors occurring when Don was around. People reported household items rattling, strange smells of death, and even rain materializing inside buildings when Don was present.  For several days family friends, a landlord, and even local police all witnessed strange unexplainable phenomena associated with Don. He reported crucifix's burned him, he levitated in the air, and even reported he could control manifesting rain inside buildings. This case is a roller coaster ride from start to finish. Listen as Marcus and Vic discuss this strange case. They cover all the old theories such as demonic possession and ice dams. They even add a few theories of their own to this strange case.   The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Vic and Marcus discuss the work of Jennifer Laclaire and Daniel Duval. They dive into their ideas of underwater civilizations of advanced technology, mysticism, and Christianity that numerous times leaves Marcus speechless. Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety  
53 minutes | Aug 1, 2022
TWS Episode 108 - ”Tentacle Cryptids”
Our hosts dive into the world of Underwater Paranormal Phenomena and what better theme for the first episode than Tentacle Cryptids.  Before they dive fully into the topic they discuss the most recent paranormal news such as the vandalism at the Georgia Guidestones.  Our hosts dive into one of top underwater hall of fame cryptids first by discussing the story of "The Lusca". Half-shark and half-octopus our hosts break down it's biology, habitat, and well as give some of their unique thoughts on this strange cryptid. They compare it to the St. Augustine Monster, one of the oldest known globsters out there. They then dive into some unique underwater cryptids so this is one episode you don't want to miss.  The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Our hosts dive into the story of the USS Stein Monster and give their thoughts on this strange monster attack. Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
44 minutes | Jul 24, 2022
TWS Episode 109 - ”Corfu Island Creature”
In 2015 Harvey Robertson was on a boat cruise off the coast of Parga, sailing through sea caves with his family taking photos on his phone. Robertson discovered he had captured a grey creature that resembles an elongated manatee. The strange animal appears to pop out of the water in one photo, then disappears under the greenish water in the next. The picture was posted on Twitter and caused big discussions, with many theories as too what it may  be.  Listen as our hosts discuss their favorite explanations as to what it may be. Vic goes down a list of possible ancient animals thought to be extinct. Marcus questions why scientists are so resistant to believing an animal thought extinct could still be alive.  The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Our hosts dive into the story of the Hook Island Sea Monster. A strange black shaped monster sighted off Hook Island in 1967. Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety Corfu Island Creature Hook Island Sea Monster
48 minutes | Jul 7, 2022
TWS Episode 107 - ”Entombed Animals”
Since the fifteenth century there have been over 210 cases of living animals being found in solid substances such as rock, concreate, and even trees! Construction workers report they crack open these solid substances and living toads, lizards, and even a mouse have been found alive inside! Science continues to dismiss these stories and impossible, but stories of these encounters continue to roll in.  Listen as Marcus and Vic discuss some of their favorite stories. Marcus discusses the most famous scientific experiment on the subject and Vic discusses a biomechanical function that might explain the phenomena.  The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Our hosts dive into the most bizarre story from France surrounding a dinosaur coming to life out of solid rock.  Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
49 minutes | Jun 28, 2022
TWS Episode 106 - ”Indiana Mud Mermaid”
In October of 1891 in Vevay, Indiana a town located on the Ohio River in Switzerland County. Witness reported seeing creatures four feet high and covered with a light coat of chestnut-colored hair." They were also described as having a yellowish skin color and webbed feet at the end of their four limbs. Accounts of these creatures reached a newspaper all the way in Cincinnati, OH.  Listen as Marcus and Vic break down the story and go over all the basic explanations of this creature as well as adding a few of there own. The cover globsters, dolphins, and even prehistoric creatures. Our hosts take this simple cryptid story and raise it to new heights like only our hosts can. The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Our hosts dive more into the idea of the Indiana Mud Mermaid being an actual mermaid. Vic and Marcus then compare the story of the Indiana Mud Mermaid to another famous Indiana aquatic cryptid.  Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
49 minutes | Jun 17, 2022
TWS Episode 105 - ”WHAT THE F#%K IS AOIMSG?”
Marcus and Vic come roaring back after a recording hiatus to bring you a new episode where they do some of their favorite things, ripping on the government while talking about aliens. On May 17, 2022 the House Intelligence Committee held a public hearing on the Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) where they discussed the soon to be created Airborne Object Identification and Management Synchronization Group (AOIMSG). Marcus and Vic break down the entire hearing. They cover all the bizarre times senators and the witnesses leave out information. They dissect strange phrases said by those at the hearings. They theorize what this new task force is actually suppose to do. Check out this episode as our hosts look at this new milestone in UFO history.      The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Vic and Marcus delve into story of the Google software engineer named Blake Lemoine who was placed on leave after claiming Google's chat box has obtained sentience. Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
53 minutes | Apr 29, 2022
TWS Episode 104 - ”The Conspiracy Iceberg Tier 5”
 Marcus and Vic reach a deeper level of the conspiracy iceberg as they descend into tier 5. Rations are running out and they resort to drinking Flaming Cheeto Mountain Dew. Our hosts discuss some of their favorite conspiracies from tier 5. They discuss stories of monsters sighted by truckers, a conspiracy theorist who died under bizarre circumstances, and mind control experiments from the government. In typical OCS fashion our hosts take these theories and build on them to address possible hidden conspiracies hidden in plain sight.  The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Vic and Marcus delve into cat nuns and possible countries that secretly may still exist.  Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE   Check out the Conspiracy Iceberg here: https://i.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/001/370/706/cb0.436251   Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
52 minutes | Apr 23, 2022
TWS Episode 103 - ”The Conspiracy Iceberg Tier 4”
Ahoy Conspiracy Iceberg explorers! Marcus and Vic delve deeper down the conspiracy iceberg into tier 4. These theories start unveiling more sinister aspects of humanity. Our hosts dive into theories surrounding comic cons, TOR, the SCP universe, and Falun Gong. They explore each conspiracy and challenge the basis for some and give possible evidence of others. They explore the dark possibilities of our world with only the light they bring with them.  The extended episode of our shows is EXCLUSIVE to our patrons. Vic and Marcus argue out a conspiracy surrounding Myziam, an alleged 4chan user who claimed to be an alien.  Sign up to become a patron and get access to this great content by clicking HERE   Check out the Conspiracy Iceberg here: https://i.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/001/370/706/cb0.436251   Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneCandleSociety Twitter: @1candlesociety Instagram: 1CandleSociety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneCandleSociety
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