Spooky Coop

SC-EP-43: ALIEN-MILITARY EXPERIENCES AT AREA 51 AND MORE

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul & Michelle) — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 01:41:18 +0000

Episode Overview

In this intense yet engaging episode, Michelle opens up about her most detailed memories of time spent at Area 51 and other alleged joint extraterrestrial–military facilities. Paul guides the conversation, asking clarifying questions and connecting Michelle’s experiences to broader themes discussed in previous episodes.

Key Topics Covered

1. Michelle’s Early Memories

First impressions of being transported to a desert facility with massive hangars and blinding floodlights.

The sense of being “guided” rather than forcibly taken.

Fragmented recall of alien escorts, advanced equipment, and an underground complex where military personnel receive them.

2. Area 51 Encounters

Michelle describes corridors beneath the surface lined with alien ships.

Recollections of humanoid ETs interacting with military personnel.

A huge underground where both human and non-human figures appeared to communicate—sometimes verbally, sometimes telepathically.

3. Other Bases & Hidden Locations

Paul asks about facilities outside Nevada.

Michelle and Paul recall experiences in an old city in the desert that is part of a joint alien/military base.

Descriptions of training exercises to develop mental and physical acuity.

Recurrent themes of secrecy, compartmentalization, and a combined ET–military presence.

4. Emotional Impact

Michelle and Paul reflect on the fear, confusion, and awe these experiences brought.

Discussion about missing time, recurring dreams, and attempts at memory recovery.

Listener Takeaways

Episode 43 gives a deep dive into Michelle and Paul's personal encounters.

Sets the stage for future episodes exploring the human side of extraterrestrial contact.

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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SC-42 : The Halloween Special of 2025

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 20:16:44 +0000

👻 Join us for these Stories:

The Last Porch Light

A modern Halloween ghost tale about a boy named Charlie who knocks on the one house everyone avoids.

When the porch light flickers, it means the house is ready to claim another soul.

Dark ambience, slow-building suspense, and a chilling ending.

Sound cues: creeking doors, flickering bulb, whispering female voice (“It’s your turn to keep the light on…”).

The Ghost at Spider's Gate

Based on a true account of a real cemetery in Massachusetts, known for its eerie legends and supposed portal to the afterlife.

Two teenage girls sneak in after dark on Halloween night, only to witness a pale apparition approach from among the tombstones.

The ghost tells them to wait and then passes through them and then, something impossible happens.

More stories and annecdotes follow in this podcast. Tune in to hear them all!

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

LINKS:

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SC-41 : Karl Denke - The Cannibal Of Munsterberg

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:39:53 +0000

In this chilling episode of Spooky Coop, Paul and Michelle uncover the horrifying crimes of Karl Denke, a seemingly harmless elderly man from Münsterberg who was secretly one of history’s most disturbing serial killers. Denke preyed on society’s most vulnerable, luring them into his home under the guise of offering food and shelter—only to brutally murder them. His dark secret came to light when one victim, Vincent Oliver, escaped a deadly attack and alerted the police, leading to the gruesome discovery of human remains processed into everyday goods.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Who Karl Denke was and how he maintained his seemingly innocent reputation

• The terrifying details of his crimes and how he selected his victims

• The shocking moment when authorities discovered his house of horrors

• The disturbing evidence that suggests he may have been selling human flesh disguised as pork

• The role of Vincent Oliver in exposing Denke’s murderous spree

• An additional story about a demon priest

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Until next time, stay curious—and a little bit creepy. 👻

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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SC-40 : Killers of the Open Road: Long-Haul Serial Killers and Ghostly Hitchhikers

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Tue, 4 Mar 2025 21:15:24 +0000

In this chilling episode of Spooky Coop, Paul and Michelle take you on a dark ride down America’s highways — exploring both the terrifying and the paranormal.

🚚 Part 1: Long-Haul Terrors

We kick off with the real-life horrors of serial killers who used the open road as their hunting ground:

• Keith Hunter Jesperson — Known as the Happy Face Killer, Jesperson was a long-haul trucker who murdered at least eight women between 1990 and 1995. His twisted signature? Taunting authorities and the media with confessions signed with a simple smiley face.

• Adam Lane — Dubbed the Highway Killer, Lane’s brief but brutal spree in 2007 left a trail of random, violent murders along the East Coast. His capture was only possible after a botched home invasion — but how many more victims might there have been?

👻 Part 2: Ghostly Hitchhikers

Then, we shift gears into the world of the supernatural with two of America’s most famous ghostly hitchhikers:

• Resurrection Mary — The legendary ghost of Archer Avenue in Chicago, Mary is said to be a young woman in a white dress who hitches rides only to vanish near Resurrection Cemetery — leaving drivers shaken and confused.

• Lydia, the Dancing Hitchhiker — In Jamestown, North Carolina, Lydia roams the roadside near a bridge where she died in the 1920s. Witnesses report picking her up, hearing distant music… and watching her disappear before their eyes.

🎙️ What you’ll hear:

• The dark reality of long-haul trucking as a cover for violent crimes.

• The eerie similarities between ghostly hitchhiker legends across the U.S.

• Thought-provoking moments as Paul and Michelle discuss why highways — both physical and spiritual — seem to attract such darkness.

Hit play now for a ride through true crime and the paranormal — and remember… not every passenger is heading to a destination.

Stay spooky! 👻

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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SC-E39 : The Life and Crimes of Cleo Green | The Language of Bigfoot

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 18:08:33 +0000

🎙️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

The Crimes of Cleo Joel Green III:

His early life and criminal escalation

The chilling details of his most heinous acts

The bizarre events that finally brought him down

The Language of Sasquatch:

An introduction to the Sierra Sounds — Bigfoot vocalizations recorded in the 1970s

Linguistic analysis by Scott Nelson and theories about Sasquatch communication

UFO Experiencer's eyewitness accounts of Bigfoot and their eerie sounds from across North America

👻 Join the Conversation: Have thoughts on Cleo Joel Green III or the secret language of Bigfoot? We want to hear from you!

Email us at sendittospookycoop@gmail.com

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Thanks for tuning in, and remember — stay curious, stay spooky! 🌲💀

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

LINKS:

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SC-E38 : The Dark Secrets Of The Infamous Cecil Hotel

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul & Michelle) — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 21:02:55 +0000

Welcome back to Spooky Coop! In this episode, we’re checking into one of Los Angeles’ most infamous hotels—the Cecil Hotel. With a past filled with crime, death, and eerie paranormal encounters, the Cecil’s reputation is as unsettling as the stories that surround it.

🕵️‍♂️ What’s Inside This Episode?

🔪 Richard Ramirez & The Cecil’s Connection to Serial Killers – How the “Night Stalker” and other criminals made the hotel their home.

❓ The Mystery of Elisa Lam – A look at her bizarre elevator footage, conspiracy theories, and eerie death that still haunts the internet.

👻 Paranormal Activity & Ghost Sightings – Strange noises, shadowy figures, and chilling encounters reported by guests and staff.

💀 Is the Cecil Hotel Cursed? – Examining the dark energy that has surrounded the building for decades.

🛎️ Stay the Night… If You Dare

With its history of suicides, murders, and ghostly occurrences, is the Cecil Hotel just another rundown L.A. landmark, or is something more sinister at work?

🎧 Tune in Now! Available on any of your favorite podcast platforms.

👻 Share Your Spooky Stories!

Have you stayed at the Cecil? Or do you have your own haunted hotel story? Email us at sendittospookycoop@gmail.com .

💀 Stay Spooky, Stay Curious!

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

LINKS:

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SC-E37 : Ghosts of the White House

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Tue, 4 Feb 2025 19:29:54 +0000

In this episode we talk about:

• Abraham Lincoln’s ghost: The most famous White House specter, spotted by everyone from Winston Churchill to Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands.

• Mary Todd Lincoln’s séances: Did she summon spirits within the White House walls?

• The mischievous ghost of Andrew Jackson: Still laughing from beyond the grave in the Rose Room.

• The Demon Cat: A mysterious feline apparition that appears before national tragedies.

• Phantom footsteps, cold spots, and ghostly whispers that still haunt the building today.

• A secret service agent who encountered the ghost of President Lincoln and was given a dire warning.

Is the White House the most haunted house in America? Tune in and decide for yourself!

🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share with your fellow ghost lovers!

👻 Got a spooky story? Email us at sendittospookycoop@gmail.com —we want to hear your haunted tales!

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

LINKS:

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SC-E36 : The Widows Watch | Haunted Lighthouses of Maine

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 01:08:23 +0000

Welcome back, spooky listeners! This week, we’re diving into two maritime mysteries that are sure to give you chills. 🌊👻

Story 1: The Widow’s Watch

Our first tale takes us to the edge of a windswept shore, where a devoted wife spends her days gazing out to sea, waiting for her husband’s return.

Story 2: Haunted Lighthouses of Maine

Next, we explore the eerie histories of Maine’s iconic lighthouses. From restless keepers who refuse to leave, to strange lights flickering in the fog, these lonely beacons are steeped in ghostly lore. We’ll uncover the tales behind these haunted towers and the spectral secrets they guard.

🎧 What to Expect:

• Bone-chilling ghost stories 🕯️

• A deep dive into coastal folklore 🌫️

• The perfect mix of eerie history and lighthearted banter!

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🐦 Tweet us your ghost stories: @SpookyCoopPC

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Thanks for tuning in, and remember: the line between the living and the dead is thinner than you think. See you next time, spooky friends! 👻Catch us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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SC-E35 : Jackalopes, Ghostly Brothers, and Jimmy Carter’s UFO Encounter

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 22:32:41 +0000

Episode Description:

Get ready for a wild ride through three spine-tingling and fun stories! In this episode of Spooky Coop, we explore:

1. The Jackalope Chase – A deep dive into the quirky history of the jackalope, followed by the chilling and hilarious tale of a young couple in Wyoming who encounter one of these mythical creatures while it’s being hunted by two coyotes.

2. The Phantoms of the Lake – A haunting legend of two drowned men whose decayed spirits lure passersby into their watery graves. Could the legend of this lake be more than just a ghost story?

3. Jimmy Carter’s UFO Encounter – We examine the fascinating UFO sighting reported by former President Jimmy Carter and discuss what it could mean about alien pilots and their advanced technology.

Episode Highlights:

• A fun and whimsical discussion about jackalopes and their place in American folklore.

• Chilling ghost lore with a touch of historical mystery.

• A peek into a presidential UFO sighting and its implications for extraterrestrial life.

Call to Action:

Have you ever encountered something you can’t explain? Whether it’s a cryptid sighting, a ghostly encounter, or a brush with the extraterrestrial, we want to hear your story! Send us your tales at sendittospookycoop@gmail.com.

Where to Listen:

Catch us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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SC-E34 : The Ghost in the Machine

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Mon, 6 Jan 2025 00:19:44 +0000

In This Episode, We’ll Discuss:

• The bizarre and escalating activity surrounding the haunted computer.

• The physical manifestations of the haunting: flying objects, eerie noises, and more.

• How a seemingly random book became the key to unlocking a spirit’s message.

• The emotional story behind the haunting—a woman’s final wish for her grieving husband.

• The fascinating ways spirits may communicate with the living through modern technology.

Highlights:

• First-hand accounts of the inexplicable office events.

Part II

• The New Jersey UFO sightings continue!

• Officials seek help in unraveling the problem.

• Private citizens take to the sea to help identify the orbs flying in from the ocean.

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Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

LINKS:

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SC-EP 33 : The Ghost In The Chair

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Wed, 1 Jan 2025 23:06:41 +0000

In This Episode, We’ll Discuss:

• The background of the haunted chair and its origins.

• The reason the chair is haunted.

• The paranormal events experienced by the chair’s owner.

• The ghost’s emotional connection to the chair and their living partner.

• The challenges and emotional weight of delivering a message from beyond the grave.

Highlights:

• First-hand accounts of the chair’s strange behaviors.

• The reactions of the woman's family, will they ever believe her?

• Chilling descriptions of the ghostly presence attached to the chair.

• A heartfelt conclusion that brings closure—or does it?

Grab your favorite seat (just make sure it’s not haunted!) and join us for a story that blends the paranormal with the power of human connection.

👻 Have a haunted object story of your own? We’d love to hear it! Send your story to Spooky Coop for a chance to be featured in an upcoming episode.

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

LINKS:

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SC-EP 32 : Spooky Ouija Board Tales!

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul & Michelle) — Sun, 29 Dec 2024 23:27:53 +0000

In this episode of Spooky Coop, we’re stepping into a tale that’s equal parts daring and spine-chilling. Two young friends, a late-night adventure, and the irresistible pull of a Ouija board—what could go wrong?

As the night unfolds, what begins as a playful attempt to summon spirits leads to an encounter neither of them could have anticipated. A silent Ouija board isn’t the end of their story; it’s only the beginning. On the misty, frost-laced window of their trailer, they see the ghostly image of a grandmother long passed. Is it a message from beyond or a trick of their imagination or a simple case of pareidolia?

Join us as we recount this eerie experience, explore the questions it raises, and dive into the mysteries that linger in the space between the living and the dead.

In This Episode, We’ll Discuss:

• The friendship and bravery that led them to experiment with the Ouija board.

• The chilling discovery on the trailer window.

• Theories about the ghostly apparition—spiritual, psychological, or just pure coincidence.

Grab your coziest blanket, turn down the lights, and settle in for a story that will make you question what’s really out there.

👻 Have your own spooky story to share? Send it our way to sendittospookycoop@gmail.com, and it might just end up on the next episode of Spooky Coop!

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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SC-EP 31: Christmas Special - Holiday Encounters

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:10:56 +0000

Whether you’re celebrating or simply enjoying the season, this episode promises a delightful mix of humor, mystery, and holiday magic.

Join the Coop:

• Share your own spooky holiday stories at sendittospookycoop@gmail.com.

• Rate and review to help Spooky Coop spread its wings!

From all of us at Spooky Coop, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Keep it spooky and keep believing. 🎄👽👻

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Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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SC-EP 30: Shapeshifters Among Us: Human to Animal Transformations

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul & Michelle Wedel) — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 20:48:26 +0000

In this episode of Spooky Coop, Paul and Michelle guide listeners through three remarkable stories of human-to-animal shapeshifting, each coming from separate tribal backgrounds:

1. Animals in the desert - An experience told to us by a Hopi Elder where, as a boy, he watched as his father, uncle and their friend perform a ceremony that transforms them. Plus, his father explains to him the reasons for pursuing such an incredible feat of what can only be described as pure magic.

2. The Miraculous Bear - From the Great Plains, this chilling account tells of a man changing into a massive bear in front of a group of tribal members during a special ceremony in the 1930’s.

3. Careful where you camp - A haunting experience by an Ojibwa man and his friends during a camping trip in Algonquin Park in Ontario, Canada. While out traveling through the broad wilderness of the park, Steve and his friends encounter a group of other-worldly bipedal creatures and are attacked during the night at their campsite.

As Paul and Michelle unpack these incredible accounts, they discuss the shared themes of sacrifice, spirituality, and the thin boundary between the physical and the supernatural. Could these stories hold clues to a forgotten connection between humans and the animal world? Or are they cautionary tales, warning us of the consequences of tampering with forces beyond our understanding?

Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, these stories will make you question just how much we truly know about the mysteries of the human spirit. So, grab a seat around the campfire and prepare to be both enchanted and unsettled.

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Stay curious, stay spooky, and remember—some things are more than meets the eye!

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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SC-EP 29: SPECIAL: Drones or UFOs? East Coast Sightings Under the Microscope

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:12:44 +0000

Welcome back, fellow seekers of the strange and unexplained! In this thought-provoking special episode, Paul and Michelle tackle a perplexing phenomenon making headlines across America: the mysterious drone sightings sweeping through New Jersey and beyond. On the surface, these sightings appear to involve ordinary drones, but are they truly what they seem? Or could something far more extraordinary be at play?

As UFO experiencers and alien contactees, Paul and Michelle bring a unique perspective to this growing mystery. They start by breaking down recent news reports, eyewitness accounts, and video footage of these so-called “drones.” From their unusual flight patterns to their inexplicable ability to hover silently and suddenly disappear, many of these sightings seem to defy the limits of current drone technology.

Could these drones be a cover for UFO activity? Paul and Michelle share intriguing theories, including:

• Camouflage in plain sight: Are UFOs disguising themselves as drones to avoid scrutiny?

• A human connection: Could this surge of sightings be linked to secretive government operations or experimental military technology?

• Communication attempts: Are extraterrestrial intelligences using drone-like appearances as a way to subtly interact with humanity?

Drawing from their own UFO encounters, Paul and Michelle add a deeply personal layer to the discussion. They explore how their experiences shape their interpretation of these sightings and why they believe this isn’t a random coincidence. Could these sightings indicate a blending of human and extraterrestrial technology? Or are we witnessing a deliberate effort to blur the lines between the two?

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Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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SC-EP-28 The Ghost Hunters Who Found Something… Alien

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Sun, 15 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

What to Expect:

• The Ghost Hunt That Wasn’t: Follow the story of a group of amateur ghost hunters who venture into a derelict farmhouse, armed with equipment, courage, and a sense of adventure. Little do they know, their investigation will veer far off course.

• The Encounter: Hear the details of their startling run-in with what they describe as alien beings in an underground base.

• The Missing Time Phenomenon: After the encounter, the group realizes they’ve lost hours of time with no memory of what transpired. What could account for this?

• Exploring the Evidence: Paul and Michelle discuss the group’s experience and possible explanations.

• Listener Stories: Stick around for tales from our listeners, who share their own brushes with UFOs, ghosts, and the unexplained.

Connect With Us:

• Follow us on Facebook to share your theories about this mysterious event.

• If you’ve experienced missing time, UFOs, or paranormal activity, email your story to SendItToSpookyCoop@gmail.com —it might be featured in an upcoming episode!

• Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review to keep Spooky Coop alive and thriving.

Content Warning: Some of the content in this episode touches on themes of abduction and trauma, which may be sensitive for some listeners.

Get ready for a story that blurs the line between ghosts and the great unknown!

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

LINKS:

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EP-27 Spooky Coop - The Jersey Devil

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Picture your driving with one of your children down a dark, rural roadway. There isn't much in the way of houses or road lights, simply forest and marshes. Suddenly, a large wild animal appears out of the darkness in front of you. After screeching to halt you realize it is something your mind cannot identify. In fact, its something that should not exist in this physical reality. The first sound you hear is your child screaming, "It's the Jersey Devil!"

What’s in Store:

• The Encounter: Hear about the moment the two witnesses saw a creature that defied explanation—its glowing red eyes, leathery wings, and unearthly screech that pierced the night.

• The Legend of the Jersey Devil: Explore the origin story of this mysterious cryptid, said to have been born from a curse in the 18th century.

• Skepticism vs. Belief: Paul and Michelle debate the possible explanations—could this be a cryptid, a misidentified animal, or something else entirely?

• Listener Thoughts: Stay tuned for a few listener stories and theories about their own brushes with the unexplained.

Join us as we examine the fine line between folklore and reality, weaving together spine-tingling accounts, historical context, and a dash of humor. Don’t miss this fascinating eyewitness account of one of America’s most enduring paranormal legends!

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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EP-26 Spooky Coop - The Monster In The Closet

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Sun, 8 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

A young child is babysat by her grandparents through the week. Everything is wonderful with the exception of sleeping in a certain room, one that holds a terrifying and monstrous apparition in the closet capable of pulling her favorite toys into the darkness. How would you feel if no one, not even your own grandparents believed you? What type of evil takes joy in scaring a child half to death? The monster in the closet is one woman's story of a terrifying childhood memory that many of us may be able to relate to.

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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EP-25 Spooky Coop - Fairies In The Forest

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul and Michelle) — Thu, 5 Dec 2024 18:43:35 +0000

Imagine you're sitting in a diner studying for an important college exam. A bohemian looking stranger comes into the diner and sits down near you only to engage in a conversation you don't really want. Somehow, you find yourself being drawn into his words. There's something odd, yet strangely attractive about the man's presence. He offers you a reward in the form of a rare gift in return for buying him breakfast. What would you do? Most people would likely walk away. Nevertheless, the woman can't seem to help herself. Would you do as she did and drive off to some unknown forest with a stranger who offers you the promise of seeing something incredible?

What We’ll Discuss:

• The Setup: A young college student, preoccupied with the stress of an upcoming exam, finds herself in an unassuming diner late at night. Enter the stranger—a bohemian man with a peculiar charm and an offer that feels impossible to resist.

• The Stranger’s Offer: Breakfast in exchange for a mysterious reward. Sounds harmless enough, but there’s something unnervingly captivating about his presence and his words.

• The Decision: Against all logic, she agrees to follow the stranger into the unknown, venturing into a secluded forest. What she finds there defies her wildest expectations—and raises more questions than it answers.

• The Theories: Paul and Michelle dive into the possible explanations for this surreal encounter. Could he have been:

• A time traveler?

• A mystical being?

• A manipulative con artist?

• Or something beyond human understanding?

Listener Engagement:

• Would you have gone with the stranger? Is this a cautionary tale or a testament to human curiosity? Share your thoughts with us on social media!

• Have you had a similarly inexplicable encounter? Email your story to sendittospookycoop@gmail.com —we’d love to feature it in a future episode.

Episode Highlights:

• Michelle draws parallels to urban legends and folklore involving strangers who grant gifts?

• Paul explores the psychology of charm, persuasion, and the allure of the unknown.

• Together, they debate whether the woman was foolish, brave, or simply a victim of forces beyond her control.

Why You’ll Love This Episode:

This story taps into a deep human fear: the uneasy balance between temptation and danger. It’s a tale of mystery, suspense, and the thin line between caution and curiosity—all served with Paul and Michelle’s signature humor and insight.

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Buckle up—it’s a wild ride from the diner to the deep, dark woods!

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Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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EP-24 Spooky Coop - UFO PIzza Anyone?

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Sat, 30 Nov 2024 21:38:57 +0000

In our first story can you imagine being with friends you trust and know when suddenly all of you are exposed to something extraordinary? What would you do if half the people later denied seeing anything at all? That's what happened to two young ladies and their boyfriends. Ask yourself the question, why do some people see the obvious while others see nothing at all. Who's the true experiencer?

In our second story a wondrous display of technology is witnessed by a couple of grandparents in their backyard. Beyond anything they could imagine, they witness an out of this world, out of their paradigm manifestation unlike anything seen before.

#ufo #uap #ufosighting #alien

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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EP-23 Spooky Coop - The Apartment

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul & Michelle) — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 17:23:22 +0000

While in college a student finds an off campus apartment with all the amenities for a price she cannot refuse. The only catch is the apartment has it's "quirks". If she can deal with them, she's welcome to stay. Despite the bizarre happenings, can she deal with them for her perfect apartment. At first it doesn't seem so bad, but their cause is something out of this world that she struggles to resolve. Could saving money be worth it to you?

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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EP-22 Spooky Coop - The 1952 Washington UFO Flap

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Sat, 23 Nov 2024 17:57:17 +0000

Enter the Spooky Coop to hear Paul and Michelle explore one man's experience of seeing multiple ufos flying over the White House of the United States back in 1952. Though much has been written about the flap, including radar evidence, photographs and even video, this episode contains a first hand witness description of what he saw from the gates of the White House one evening in July of that year. Though he says there were other people who witnessed the event, his story is unique in it's detail and what happened to him afterward when he was approached by two mysterious men, demonstrating once again how suppression of information is a consistent staple of the UFO phenomenon.

Welcome to the Spooky Coop, or are you chicken?

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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EP-21 Spooky Coop - The Great Barrington UFO

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul & Michelle) — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 18:22:53 +0000

As a young girl living in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, Pat recounts an evening of fear and terror as she and her parents encounter something they have never seen before. A large flying object descends out of the sky toward them, surrounding their car in a beam of blue light. The next thing Pat remembers is being in a strange, surreal room surrounded by the unknown. This story describes how a families spiritual beliefs are challenged by something non-human and unstoppable.

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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EP - 20 - The Lovers And The Zodiac Killer

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul and Michelle) — Sat, 16 Nov 2024 19:21:49 +0000

Michelle returns to join us in this episode as we discuss an intriguing and scary legend from the coast of California. In this episode we see how the paranormal sometimes does more than just appear in front of us, sometimes it reaches out with a warning.

Acknowledgements:

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Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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EP-19 Spooky Coop - The Lake

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul & Michelle) — Sat, 9 Nov 2024 00:33:39 +0000

During a canoe trip, a man and his son encounter an evil spirit that quickly leads the father down a dark path, deceiving him into joining a ceremony that quickly evolves into a heinous act where he does everything to save his son from a demon's violence.

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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EP-18 Spooky Coop - The Not So Itsy Bitsy Spider

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul and Michelle) — Sun, 3 Nov 2024 17:32:01 +0000

Are you afraid of spiders? Can you imagine living in a house that's actually a hotel for your worst nightmare? Come and listen to this weeks true story of terror, "The Not So Itsy Bitsy Spider".

A woman and her husband move into a seemingly normal house in South Carolina. It's their first house and everything seems wonderful until they find a venomous creature that they must get rid of. Once gone, they discover the reason for it's presence, a hidden city of something much worse living in their home. A woman with a fear of spiders, a dismissive husband and a house with a shady past all converge to one horrible moment.

Join us and hear what happens next.

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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EP-17 Spooky Coop - Halloween Special: The Haunted Bailey House

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul & Michelle) — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 22:25:35 +0000

Kyle takes on a bet with his friends that he can stay in the notorious haunted Bailey house all night, alone. The site of a brutal family homicide by two brothers whose motivations were hate of their family and a lust for violence. The echos of the horrendous event come to visit Kyle through the night and leave him shaken to the core.

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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EP-16 Spooky Coop - A Near Death Experience

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 16:07:13 +0000

In this episode we recount the story of a man whose life is transformed after a near death experience when he is struck by lightning in a canoe on a lake and leaves his body. It's not simply about what happens in the place he sees while he transitions through death, but what occurs when he returns to his body and is alive again. We call this episode, Lightning, Death and Resurrection. Episode Credits: Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul Music written and produced by I.C.D. LINKS: Listen to us here: SpookyCoop , find us @ spookycoop.com and follow us on: FaceBook | BlueSky | X (formerly Twitter) | Threads | Instagram | TikTok

EP-15 Spooky Coop - UFO Triangles, A sighting and terrifying memories

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul & Michelle) — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

This weeks story involves a witnesses account of a fantastic UFO sighting, followed by the terrifying and fascinating memories it unlocks for them involving their interactions with the craft occupants. Episode Credits: Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul Music written and produced by I.C.D. LINKS: Listen to us here: SpookyCoop , find us @ spookycoop.com and follow us on: FaceBook | BlueSky | X (formerly Twitter) | Threads | Instagram | TikTok

EP-14 Spooky Coop - Walter, The Possessed Parrot

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode we recount the story of Walter, a lonely forgotten parrot who lost his owner during the Covid pandemic. At first, a seemingly innocent and friendly bird, night time revealed something far more sinister. Episode Credits: Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul Music written and produced by I.C.D. LINKS: Listen to us here: SpookyCoop , find us @ spookycoop.com and follow us on: FaceBook | BlueSky | X (formerly Twitter) | Threads | Instagram | TikTok

EP-13 Spooky Coop - The haunting of Julia

SpookyCoop@proton.me (offthesky on freesound.org, Julia, Michelle and Paul) — Sat, 12 Oct 2024 13:44:48 +0000

Julia and her family encounter a terrifying poltergeist and the possession of her sister by a sinister force while living in an old building when she was young. Episode Credits: Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul Music written and produced by I.C.D. LINKS: Listen to us here: SpookyCoop , find us @ spookycoop.com and follow us on: FaceBook | BlueSky | X (formerly Twitter) | Threads | Instagram | TikTok

EP-12 Spooky Coop - The creepy story of 'THE SPINE'

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Michelle and Paul) — Wed, 9 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

The week in the Spooky Coop we recount a story submitted to us by Kyle of a spine he and his girlfriend found in the woods and the horrifying events that happen after. Episode Credits: Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul Music written and produced by I.C.D. LINKS: Listen to us here: SpookyCoop , find us @ spookycoop.com and follow us on: FaceBook | BlueSky | X (formerly Twitter) | Threads | Instagram | TikTok

EP-11 SPOOKY COOP - UFOs, Bigfoot And the Bizarre Rev Moody

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul and Michelle) — Wed, 7 Sep 2022 16:52:22 +0000

Our first story is about UFOs two friends witnessed while on a canoe trip. For several nights they saw multiple UFOs fly and hover over the lake they camped on. The next is of an unusual encounter with a family of bigfoot during a hike in the White Mountains that shook the hiker to his very core. Our last story is a chilling, and said to be historically true, recounting of Reverend John J. Moody of York,Village, ME who, in 1732, begins to cover his face with a black handkerchief whenever he's in public. The terrifying reason for his bizarre choice of garb is only revvealed on is deathbed. This confession will horrify you. Episode Credits: Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul Music written and produced by I.C.D. LINKS: Listen to us here: SpookyCoop , find us @ spookycoop.com and follow us on: FaceBook | BlueSky | X (formerly Twitter) | Threads | Instagram | TikTok

EP-10 SPOOKY COOP - A family's haunted chicken coop, Psychic child Rachel sees the future. Steve endures a haunted house. A child who remembers a previous life.

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Steve from Ohio, Michelle and Paul) — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 16:06:00 +0000

This time we start with a story of an actual haunted chicken coop! Then a listener's tale of ghostly events he endured from childhood. And we wrap it up with two intriguing stories about unusual preschoolers: one who can see the future, and one who can see the past. Episode Credits: Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul Music written and produced by I.C.D. LINKS: Listen to us here: SpookyCoop , find us @ spookycoop.com and follow us on: FaceBook | BlueSky | X (formerly Twitter) | Threads | Instagram | TikTok

EP9 - SPOOKY COOP Earth lights on Lake Ontario, Grandpa loses Grandson camping, Haunted farm

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul and Michelle, Kyle, Ed) — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 00:59:54 +0000

We start with Paul telling the story of unusual lights witnessed over Lake Ontario. Then, Michelle tells the story of Ed and his grandson who were separated on a wilderness camping trip and were mysteriously saved by an unworldly event. We finish with the story of a mysterious farm that seems to come from nowhere. Episode Credits: Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul Music written and produced by I.C.D. LINKS: Listen to us here: SpookyCoop , find us @ spookycoop.com and follow us on: FaceBook | BlueSky | X (formerly Twitter) | Threads | Instagram | TikTok

EP8 - SPOOKY COOP Haunted Clam Shack, Close Encounter Honeymoon, and more

SpookyCoop@proton.me (John, Mary, "The Anonymous Waitress", Michelle, Paul) — Thu, 4 Aug 2022 00:34:56 +0000

This week's episode starts with a story we got from a haunted restaurant in Maine. We also tell the story a honeymoon in Vermont that suddenly turns bizzare when unexpected phenomenon manifests. Michelle tells several short stories about mysterious hauntings as well. Episode Credits: Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul Music written and produced by I.C.D. LINKS: Listen to us here: SpookyCoop , find us @ spookycoop.com and follow us on: FaceBook | BlueSky | X (formerly Twitter) | Threads | Instagram | TikTok

EP-7 SPOOKY COOP Men In Black, Ghost that never shut up, UFO & Powerlines, Family Curse Thru Generations

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul & Michelle Wedel) — Sat, 30 Jul 2022 22:41:24 +0000

This episode brings you 5 awesome stories about unusual paranormal events. You will meet Blanche the Ghost that would not shut her mouth and eventually drove a family from their home. A mysterious UFO that visits a quiet cul-de-sic and startles many as it connects itself to a telephone transformer. The curse on a family that started when the village witch asked for shelter in a storm, and was refused. But that's not all. You also get 2 amazing stories from people who had actual first hand encounters with the mysterious Men in Black. Episode Credits: Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul Music written and produced by I.C.D. LINKS: Listen to us here: SpookyCoop , find us @ spookycoop.com and follow us on: FaceBook | BlueSky | X (formerly Twitter) | Threads | Instagram | TikTok

EP-6 SPOOKY COOP Cursed Antique Lamp - Cult in the Attic?

SpookyCoop@proton.me ("Sandy's" sister Cathy D., Tom L, Michelle and Paul) — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 18:03:48 +0000

Do you believe in cursed objects? You just might after hearing the story of Tom and what happened to him after he found himself the owner of an antique Indian lamp. The second story might just confirm the idea that dogs really do know much more that humans do about the energy around us. The dog in this story leads new home owners to a previously unknown area of their home where evil is found. Episode Credits: Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul Music written and produced by I.C.D. LINKS: Listen to us here: SpookyCoop , find us @ spookycoop.com and follow us on: FaceBook | BlueSky | X (formerly Twitter) | Threads | Instagram | TikTok

EP-5 SPOOKY COOP The Ghost of Elvis, Mysterious Earth Lights, and a Cemetery Apparition

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Grace, Cody, Michelle and Paul) — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 03:15:40 +0000

Spooky Coop brings you 3 great stories this week.

We begin with a firsthand story from a listener who is a college student from Michigan State and has a terrifying run-in with an angry full body apparition on his way home for summer break.

The second Is an amazing story Paul recounts of strange glowing Earth Lights flying around a person in the middle of winter that causes a most bizarre effect you won't believe, but it's all true.

Lastly, we have the story of a woman named Grace who told us of her visit to Graceland just before it was closed because of the Covid quarantine, where she had a life changing visit from the Ghost of Elvis Presley himself. We also tell you a few other Elvis ghost stories from Graceland.

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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EP-4 SPOOKY COOP Ever Get the Willies? Special guest tells of ongoing haunting.

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Special guest Kayla from Maine, Paul, Michelle) — Thu, 7 Jul 2022 00:07:41 +0000

The true story behind what it means to get the Willies and where the expression comes from. We also have a special guest join us to tell an amazing true story of a haunting that has followed her for years. Episode Credits: Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul Music written and produced by I.C.D. LINKS: Listen to us here: SpookyCoop , find us @ spookycoop.com and follow us on: FaceBook | BlueSky | X (formerly Twitter) | Threads | Instagram | TikTok

EP-3 SPOOKY COOP Greenville Demon Haunted House. Earliest documented UFO sighting in America

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Paul & Michelle) — Sat, 2 Jul 2022 23:40:40 +0000

From the files of the Northeastern Paranormal Research Society (NEPRS) we bring you one of their most interesting reports which they shared with us about a haunted demon house in New England where they were confronted with moving objects, slamming doors and actual possession of the owner of the home. It's a must hear story! Our second story comes from the actual diary of the Governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, John Winthrop, in 1639, describing the first recorded UFO encounter in America. Episode Credits: Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul Music written and produced by I.C.D. LINKS: Listen to us here: SpookyCoop , find us @ spookycoop.com and follow us on: FaceBook | BlueSky | X (formerly Twitter) | Threads | Instagram | TikTok

EP-2 SPOOKY COOP Bronx Haunted Apartment Building : Evil Eye Grandma

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 04:05:00 +0000

In the Bronx, New York there is an apartment that has many residents, not all of them pay rent; At least not anymore. Some apartments in this building have unwanted guests. We introduce you to 3 of these unusual stories from the residents of this building.

Also, we tell you the story of a woman, who told us first hand of an event that happened to her when she was a young teenager and life with her dying grandmother who gave her the evil eye from her death bed.

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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EP-1 SPOOKY COOP Killer Ghost at Vale End Cemetery and More

SpookyCoop@proton.me (Spooky Coop, Paul, Michelle) — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 22:58:13 +0000

Vale End Cemetery is located in Wilton NH, Please be respectful if you go there. And please, please, please, remember we take no responsibility if you decided to do the Blue Lady chant and you die.

Episode Credits:

Written, edited and produced by Paul & Michelle

Artwork created by MIchelle & Paul

Music written and produced by I.C.D.

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